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• Poison Centers Report Rise in Preteen Medication Injuries

  September 12, 2025

  Martha Garcia

  A new study finds rising medication exposure injuries among minors, with many cases linked to suspected self-harm or suicide attempts.

• CPSC Issues New Standards for Water Bead Toys to Prevent Child Injuries, Deaths

  August 22, 2025

  Irvin Jackson

  The CPSC has put in place new restrictions on water beads, including size restrictions, chemical composition, and requiring them to carry more prominent safety warnings.

• CDC Warns Flu Virus This Year May Cause Neurological Injuries in Children

  March 6, 2025

  Martha Garcia

  Federal officials warn that children are suffering from a higher rate of neurological injuries linked to the flu this year than in previous years.

• Toy-Related Injuries Linked to at Least 10 Child Deaths Last Year: CPSC Warns

  November 27, 2024

  Martha Garcia

  A new CPSC report reminds parents and caregivers that they need to remain vigilant with the gifts they give during the holiday season, as many toys carry significant risks.

• Oxbryta Lawsuit Filed Over Vaso-Occlusive Crisis (VOC) from Recalled Sickle Cell Disease Drug

  October 28, 2024

  Irvin Jackson

  Illinois man indicates he suffered a stroke, vision loss and hospitalization due to the side effects of Oxbryta, which is a sickle cell disease medication recalled last month.

• Water Beads Linked to Increasing Number of Child Injuries: Study

  October 3, 2024

  Martha Garcia

  Thousands of children have been treated for severe injuries caused by water beads, after swallowing the small absorbable gel spheres that expand up to 400x in size. However, a new study suggests that a bowel prep formula could help shrink the beads after they're swallowed, offering a possible treatment option in the future.

• NHTSA Releases School Transportation Safety Tips Amid Rising Bus Stop Fatalities

  August 27, 2024

  Grace Muller

  The NHTSA has released a number of safety guidelines to prevent child injuries and deaths due to school transportation accidents, which have risen significantly in recent years.

• CPSC Warns About Magnetic Toy Set Injury Risks Associated With 3 Products That Violate Federal Safety Standards

  July 25, 2024

  Grace Muller

  The CPSC is warning consumers not to purchase or use three different toy magnet sets that could be swallowed and cause severe injuries or death.

• CPSC Report Warns About Increasing Rate of Child Drowning Deaths in U.S.

  June 12, 2024

  Jenna Saiontz

  In recent years, there has been a rise in child drowning deaths, leading federal regulators to warn parents to be particularly aware of safety around residential swimming pools.

• CPSC Reports Increase in Off-Road Vehicle Deaths, Often Involving Children

  June 7, 2024

  Grace Muller

  A new CPSC report warns of a growing number of off-road vehicle injuries and deaths in recent years, particularly among children 12 and under and older adults.