Tyson Child Tragedy Raises Awareness
The recent story of the death of Mike Tyson's daughter has brought heightened awareness of the hidden dangers in American households. he recent story of the death of Mike Tyson's daughter. Some dangers are obvious, but others are not. Here are some things to look out for:
Exercise equipment: One organization reports that more than 25,000 children a year are injured by exercise equipment.
Falls from windows: placing furniture near windows allows a child the opportunity to explore. Screens are not enough. Window guards sell for about $30.00 and will keep a child protected.
Window treatment cords: keep cords high and away from children
Heavy furniture: If against a wall, and unsecured, large furniture and can tip onto a child. 15,000 kids were injured by capsized furniture according to one study. This includes flat screen TVs, which are a lot less stable then their predecessors.
Helpful Links:
Home Safety Tips
Children's Safety Network
