Recent Posts in Simple Safety

Simple Safety: Choking Posted on October 29, 2019

Of all the things that I worry about as a mom, choking is definitely one of my top worries. As a physician, I know how dangerous choking is. I am very choking conscious: my six year old is still not allowed small LEGO’s since he has a ...

Simple Safety: Fireworks Posted on July 01, 2019

According to a July 2018 Insurance Journal article : At least eight people lost their lives in fireworks mishaps in 2017 while another 12,900 ended up in hospital emergency rooms with injuries. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission ...

Simple Safety: Water safety is about layers of safety Posted on June 05, 2019

As summer nears and temperatures climb, I want to talk about water safety. Drowning is a silent event—it happens quickly and quietly. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention : Drowning is responsible for more ...

Simple Safety: Car Seats Posted on May 24, 2019

We can all agree that car seats are the safest way for kids to travel, but commonly we see car seats improperly used, which can reduce their effectiveness if you are involved in an accident. Common mistakes include: Improper installation. ...