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… from getting sick or hurt. Immunize cats and dogs. Use flea-, tick-, and worm-control … aggressive behaviour. Train and prepare dogs If you have a dog, train and prepare it … around. Related Information Animal and Human Bites Handwashing Health and Safety, Ages 2 to …
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… swings. bouncers, and jumpers. Use all the safety straps provided. Use sliding gates at … Avoid accordion-style gates, because a child's head could get caught in the gate. … It's best to keep your child off of them. On tricycles: Only allow your child to ride …
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… environment or infected people. Some of these diseases can be passed from your pet to you. What diseases can I catch from my pet? Pets such as … rodents, reptiles and birds can all spread diseases to humans. Disease may spread when …
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… Overview Many parents worry about their child being abducted. You can teach your child how to reduce the risk of being … the police. Related Information Health and Safety, Ages 2 to 5 Years Healthy Habits for …
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… Overview What can you do to help keep your child safe? No one can watch a child's every … balance among supervising your child, taking safety precautions, and allowing your child to … any equipment. Use extra caution when riding bicycles or tricycles. Make sure that you and …
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… Overview What can you expect from your child at this age? Children in this age range … phases. Think about what you can do to avoid safety hazards. If your child is discovering … any equipment. Use extra caution when riding bicycles or tricycles. Make sure that you and …
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… Overview Most childhood drownings occur in swimming pools. … public or private pools, make sure that your children are supervised closely. And make sure that they are familiar with pool safety rules. Hot tubs and spas often are an …
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… babies and young children alone in the bathtub or a swimming or wading pool. A baby who slips or rolls and lands face … Safety: Drowning Prevention in Pools and Hot Tubs Health and Safety, Ages 2 to 5 Years …
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… all cause burns. You can help protect your child by being aware of these hazards and keeping your child away from them. Heat burns Heat burns, … child around your home by using the following safety measures. Place plug covers on all …
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… 59d Eating food contaminated with germs causes foodborne … Children 5 years and under are at a higher risk of getting sick because their immune … is called cross contamination. To reduce the risk: Separate raw meat, poultry and seafood …
