What are the leading causes of accidental deaths of children?
Water is a dangerous place for children. According to SafeKids —drowning is one of the leading causes of death in children under 4 years of age and diving into shallow water is the leading cause of death for older children. Children are more likely to have boating and water skiing accidents if the adults are drinking. Remember these important water safety tips: Never leave children unattended, check water depth, avoid ponds or gravel pits, don’t drink alcohol while supervising children, learn CPR, keep a cell phone near by and enroll your child in swimming lessons. What about bike riding? Seven out of ten bike injuries that occur while bike riding are the child’s fault. Most accidents happen at intersections. Keep in mind that a bike is a vehicle, not a toy. Teach your child the rules before you teach him to ride. A good safety tip is to make sure the bike is the right size for the child. What about helmets and street riding? Insist that your child wears a helmet, or not ride at all. T
