Trauma Injury Prevention Program Archive — Page 4 of 8
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April 22, 2020
How to make “safer at home” safe for children
“As kids get bored they start getting into things they shouldn’t be getting into because they have nothing else to do," says Children's Hospital safety expert. -
January 27, 2020
Children’s Hospital warns about the danger of unsecured TVs tipping over and hurting children
“During the excitement and distractions of an exciting game or a noisy gathering, it is easy for a quick-moving child to pull over an unsecured television.” -
January 23, 2020
Children’s Hospital, Allstate team to enhance teen driver safety
The Allstate Foundation along with the Pediatric Trauma Injury Prevention Program at Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt are working to increase awareness among young drivers about the dangers of distracted driving through the “Be in the Zone — Turn Off Your Phone” campaign. -
November 21, 2019
Children’s Hospital urges caution in toy selection this holiday season
As shoppers search for sales this season, injury prevention advocates want to raise awareness about the need to check for safety standards for toys — especially those purchased online. -
November 21, 2019
Toys are fun! Some can also be dangerous. How to give safe and age-appropriate toys for the children in your life.
Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt urges caution in toy selection this holiday season -
September 4, 2019
Kohl’s grant supports child passenger safety initiative at Children’s Hospital
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July 29, 2019
Child-pedestrian incidents increase with start of school year
Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt offers safety tips to prevent injury.