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CBC
a day ago
- Health
- CBC
How speed cameras make streets safer for kids
A new study by SickKids hospital shows speed cameras make the streets safer for kids. The hospital's head of orthopedic surgery, Andrew Howard, spoke to CBC's Metro Morning about the study findings and how they can improve kids' safety.
Yahoo
20-07-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
'I'm an ER Doctor—Here's the One Activity I Would Never, Ever Let My Kids Do'
'I'm an ER Doctor—Here's the One Activity I Would Never, Ever Let My Kids Do' originally appeared on Parade. When you're a parent, your child's happiness is everything to you. You wish you could give your kids everything they want—and have the most fun in the world—but you also want to keep them safe. Unfortunately, during the warm, school-free summer months, there's more potential for kids to be injured during to Johns Hopkins Medicine, kids' injuries are more common during summer due to more free time and outdoor activities. Certainly, part of the joy of summer as a kid is the many hours spent playing outside or in the pool, diving onto Slip N Slides, jumping off of diving boards and chasing fireflies. It's a blast, and it creates so many wonderful memories for us to look back on when we're that in mind, there's one very specific, very popular outdoor activity ER doctors and pediatricians warn against. Are you kids or grandkids doing it? Read on to find out.🩺SIGN UP for tips to stay healthy & fit with the top moves, clean eats, health trends & more delivered right to your inbox twice a week💊 The Recreational Activity for Kids Doctors Warn Against We talked to ER physicians and pediatricians, and they are in agreement that trampolines are dangerous for kids of all ages, and they warn against them. 'According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, trampolines are associated with over 100,000 injuries each year in the U.S. alone,' says Dr. Alicia Bazzano, MD, MPH, an emergency room doctor with MedStar 3 Things That Happen to Your Body When You Don't Eat Enough FiberDr. Somya Dunn, MD, a pediatrician with MedStar Health, agrees. 'Trampolines are a classic backyard fixture—and also a classic cause of emergency room visits. We wouldn't call trampolines safe, especially without close supervision and some structure. They combine height, velocity and unpredictable landings, which is a dangerous trio for a growing body,' she Christopher Gaw, MD, MPH, MBE, an emergency room doctor with Nationwide Children's, says that he's seen his fair share of trampoline-related injuries. 'We have good data from several studies that describe how trampolines can be dangerous to children. Between 2009 and 2018, there were over 800,000 trampoline-related injuries involving children across the US,' he explains, adding that injuries can occur even with safety nets, padding and adult of the high number of injuries caused by trampolines, Dr. Gaw says that the American Academy of Pediatrics strongly warns against recreational trampoline use for kids of all ages. 'This recommendation covers both home trampolines as well as sport or commercial trampoline parks,' he adds. Deanna Lynn Bridge Najera, PA-C, a physician's assistant with MedStar Health, says that some of the injuries that can occur from trampoline use are minor, such as abrasions from sliding across the material or cuts from the spring or frame. But other types of injuries are more serious. 'Fractures can happen from landing awkwardly, falling off the trampoline and even from becoming tangled in safety netting. Head injuries from colliding with other people or falling can result in concussions or other brain trauma. Even more dangerous are neck injuries, both the spinal cord and the arteries of the neck can be affected from landing or whiplash-type movements,' Najera Dr. Bazzano and Dr. Dunn say that the most common trampoline injuries are head and neck injuries, dislocations, dental trauma and concussions. Dr. Joshua R. Resa, MD, a pediatrician with Hoag Medical Group, adds to this, saying that trampolines are one of the leading causes of accidental injury in the home environment and can lead to sprain, fracture, dislocation or head explains that the type of trampolines causing the aforementioned injuries are different from trampolines used for gymnastics, diving or figure skating training, which are likely safer than ones often found in people's backyards. 'On the other hand, public recreational trampoline parks include larger, bouncier surfaces, with many jumpers using the mats at the same time. This results in more collisions, higher jumps and harder landings,' he adds. Tips for Safe Trampoline Use If you want to allow your child to jump on a trampoline, there are ways to minimize the risk of injury. All of the doctors say to limit use to one child at a time. 'More than three-quarters of injuries occur when multiple children are jumping at the same time,' Dr. Resa explains. All of the doctors also recommend using a safety net enclosure and making sure it's installed properly. They also warn against doing somersaults or flips. 'This is a major cause of spinal injuries.' Dr. Bazzano says. Related: When using the trampoline, Najera says that all the jumping should occur on the trampoline; it shouldn't be used to jump off of, onto the ground or into a pool. Along those lines, Dr. Gaw says that kids should not jump off of other objects (like a roof) onto a also recommend adult supervision anytime a child of any age is using a trampoline.'If taking your child to a trampoline park, the jumping surfaces may be designed differently than backyard trampolines,' Dr. Gaw says. He recommends kids test out a surface before trying any big jumps. 'Since trampoline parks often allow multiple jumpers at a time, families should try to avoid peak hours at trampoline parks to reduce the risk of collision-related injuries,' he adds. If you are going to let your child jump on a trampoline, it's important to know the risks. 'Trampolines aren't evil, but they're not harmless either,' Dr. Dunn says. 'As with all recreational activities, parents should weigh the pros and cons, know the statistics and make an informed choice,' she says. And as with any recreational activity with a high risk for injury, adult supervision is a must. Up Next: Sources Dr. Alicia Bazzano, MD, MPH, emergency room doctor with MedStar Health Dr. Somya Dunn, MD, pediatrician with MedStar Health Dr. Christopher Gaw, MD, MPH, MBE, emergency room doctor with Nationwide Children's Dr. Joshua R. Resa, MD, pediatrician at Hoag Medical Group Deanna Lynn Bridge Najera, PA-C, physician's assistant with MedStar Health 'I'm an ER Doctor—Here's the One Activity I Would Never, Ever Let My Kids Do' first appeared on Parade on Jul 20, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jul 20, 2025, where it first appeared. Solve the daily Crossword
The Sun
05-06-2025
- Automotive
- The Sun
Lidl is selling a £4.99 accessory that helps protect kids in your car – and it's perfect for sunny weather
LIDL is selling a £4.99 accessory that can help protect kids in your car. This bargain buy is perfect as the weather gets hotter. Shoppers are rushing to buy the Ultimate Speed Roller Sunshades. They come in a pack of two, providing both privacy and sun protection. The neat accessories are selling for just £4.99 in-store. The sunshades automatically roll up and lock into place when pushing a button. They're also equipped with suction cups or hooks. And what's more, there's a three-year warranty on the handy car item. Alternatively, Aldi are selling sunshades for £4.99 for a pack of two. They come in either Unicorn print or Dinosaur. In other car news, Lidl shoppers are rushing to buy the Crivit Car Air Bed, which is compact and convenient for cars and SUVs. The neat napping tool is selling now for just £14.99 - available either on Lidl's website or in stores. Five Lidl rosés you need this summer, according to a wine expert - a £6.99 buy is as light & crispy as £22 Whispering Angel The item has a handy stabilising support base, meaning it can sit comfortably on the backseat of any car. Happily, this base can also be removed so the bed can double up as a sleeping aide while staying in a tent. Even more handy for campers, it has a quick release valve which means it can deflate quickly - perfect for a quick campsite exit. The air bed also comes complete with a comfortable velour coating and two pillows. The airbed is 135cm in length, 80cm in width and 10cm in height when inflated. The pillows are suitably sized at 35cm in length, 20cm in width and 33cm in height. The bed is light and easy to carry around at just 1.95kg, and can cradle sleepers of all sizes with a maximum load of 250kg. The bed comes in grey, and boasts a three year warranty. IF you've ever shopped in Aldi or Lidl then you'll probably have experienced its ultra-fast checkout staff. Aldi's speedy reputation is no mistake, in fact, the supermarket claims that its tills are 40 per cent quicker than rivals. It's all part of Aldi's plan to be as efficient as possible - and this, the budget shop claims, helps keep costs low for shoppers. Efficient barcodes on packaging means staff are able to scan items as quickly as possible, with the majority of products having multiple barcodes to speed up the process. It also uses 'shelf-ready' packaging which keeps costs low when it comes to replenishing stock.
The Verge
23-05-2025
- Business
- The Verge
Apple is hitting back in the war over internet age-gating
Apple CEO Tim Cook personally intervened in an attempt to stop a Texas age verification bill, The Wall Street Journal reports. SB 2420 — passed by the legislature but awaiting a signature by Governor Greg Abbott — would require app store operators like Apple to verify the age of users accessing their stores. The company's opposition puts it in conflict with social media giant Meta in an escalating fight over whether and how the internet should be age-gated. In a statement to The Verge, Apple expressed its opposition to the bill. 'We share the goal of strengthening kids' online safety but are deeply concerned that SB 2420 threatens the privacy of all users. If enacted, app marketplaces will be required to collect and keep sensitive personal identifying information for every Texan who wants to download an app, even if it's an app that simply provides weather updates or sports scores,' says spokesperson Peter Ajemian. As the Journal notes, several states have proposed sweeping age verification measures, at least nine of which specifically place the burden for checking ages on app stores; one state, Utah, has such a law already passed. These measures are frequently accompanied by plans to ban minors from accessing social media, either without parental consent or entirely, as in a Texas law that's on the verge of passing. Texas, among other states, already requires age verification for adult websites; the law implementing that requirement has become the center of a Supreme Court battle over age verification that's expected to be resolved in the coming months. According to the Journal report, Cook and Abbot had a 'cordial' conversation in which Cook asked for either amendments to or a veto of the bill. An Abbott spokesperson told the outlet that the governor will 'thoughtfully review this legislation, as he does with any legislation sent to his desk.' Civil liberties advocates staunchly and consistently oppose mandating digital age verification systems, which tend to either pose significant privacy problems or be ineffectual. But over the past couple of years, the fight has evolved into a game of ping-pong between web services and device makers. Meta and some others — including the Free Speech Coalition, which filed the suit against Texas' porn age verification law and represents the operators of adult websites — support making companies like Apple and Google build age-check systems into their products. Both phone makers already offer voluntary parental control systems, but a legal requirement would create substantial risk for them in the case of failure, on top of privacy concerns for users themselves. Apple's statement on SB 2420 instead pushed for the passage of the Kids Online Safety Act: a federal bill that would place liability on web platforms to prevent young users from harm. Google, meanwhile, has reportedly backed lobbying against both bills — as owner of the Android operating system and video platform YouTube, it's stuck in the middle.
