Children’s Safety Health Center
Did you know that kids’ bike helmets can cut the risk of injury by 80%? Did you know that the use of car seats has reduced infant automobile fatalities by 71%? But there’s still more for us to do!
Dr. Greene’s Safety Topic Center provides safety information that is essential for every parent. Here you’ll find tips on fitting your kid’s bike helmet correctly, facts about car seats and what to do when your child grows out of one, and guidelines for keeping dangerous household items safely out of reach.
Articles
Take a look at some of the common concerns for parents, including the affects of heat stroke, lead poisoning, and concussion.
Q&A Guides
Dr. Greene responds to questions from fellow parents, including topics such as car seats, choking risks, and crib safety.
Car Seat Safety
How to properly install a car seat? Is front- or rear-facing preferred? Take a look at our detailed guide to car seat safety to ensure safe, comfortable travel for the whole family.
Kids Travel Safety
From air travel to food allergies, going out of town sometimes poses unique challenges with children in tow. Learn how to best prepare for family travel to ensure clear skies ahead.
Gun & Weapon Safety
The safest solution is to keep a home free of guns, however it is possible that children may come across one anyway. Make sure your children know the risks involved.
Accidents & Injuries
Luckily accidents are deemed, “accidents,” for a reason; They don’t happen frequently, however, they are also unexpected. Here’s what you can do to increase safety in the car, on bicycles and in the home.
Food Safety
From the GMO debate to the many options to source your water, Dr. Greene gives his expert opinion on the food choices that make for the healthiest children.
Our goal is to improve children's health by inspiring parents to become knowledgable partners who can work with their children's physicians in new and rich ways.