Category Archives: Child Safety
Toddler Drowning Is Sad Reminder
Spring is here which means summer isn’t far behind. This means longer days, warmer weather, and more outside activities. But while kids get a break from school, the recent death of a toddler in North Vancouver reminds us that swimming … Continue reading
Car Seats Bought in USA Not Legal in Canada
Car seat safety is once again in the news, reminding buyers that US seats are illegal to use in Canada. CTV reports that a happy new grandmother received an unhappy reminder when she was told she couldn’t bring her grandchild … Continue reading
Warm Weather Increases Risk of Injuries
With Spring in the air, it’s time to shake the dust from our bikes, rollerblades, and recreational vehicles. But we need to be careful when getting active outside. According to a report by the US Centers for Disease Control, warm … Continue reading
Concussion Care Mandatory in Schools
Last week, Mike Holroyd commented on the challenges involved when getting a student back into the classroom after suffering a concussion. His post encourages teachers and school professionals to be involved in the student’s recovery. A bill was introduced last … Continue reading
Concussions in Soccer
Here in BC, we are getting used to hearing about the long term effects of concussions caused in hockey and football. But are we overlooking the head injury risks coming from “non-contact” sports like soccer? The L.A. Times recently shed … Continue reading
Back to School after a Concussion: Know Your ABCs
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) defines a concussion as a type of traumatic brain injury caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head. Although healthcare professionals may describe concussions as “mild” brain injuries, the … Continue reading
Concussions Worse for Youth
Last week, The Vancouver Sun gave us a first-hand account of the impact that concussions have on youth. The story is about an 11-year-old hockey player named Jason who has suffered two concussions this season. Most recently, Jason took a … Continue reading
Paediatricians on concussions: if in doubt – sit out
In a recent press release, the Canadian Paediatric Society (CPS) draws attention to the seriousness of concussions in youth sports. An official statement made by Dr. Laura Purcell explains that the brains of children and adolescents are more vulnerable to … Continue reading
Skiing & Snowboarding Injuries Top the Charts for Winter Sports
CTV reports that skiing and snowboarding tops the list of winter sports causing injury. Every winter, more than 5,600 Canadians get seriously injured while on the slopes – significant, considering only 1,100 serious hockey injuries were reported in 2010-2011. Head … Continue reading
Child Car Seat Manufacturers Must Meet Stricter Safety Requirements
Car seat manufacturers must now meet stricter testing requirements aimed to increase safety for children. Some of the updates align with rules in the U.S., and some are specific to Canada. Transport Canada lists the major changes in a recent news … Continue reading