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Texas spring is an early indicator of summer. While mornings may begin at a mild 60°F, temperatures often quickly rise into the 80s by midday. To ensure the community stays safe as the heat intensifies, Cook Children's Health Care System experts …

Child Car SafetyHolidays often mean more car trips as families drive to visit relatives. Sharon Evans, trauma injury prevention manager for Cook Children’s Health Care System, explains that during the holidays, there is an increase in motor vehicle …

By Francesca BrownIn 2023, more than 223,000 deaths occurred in the U.S. due to preventable injuries, according to National Injury Prevention Day. This represents a rate 95% higher than in 1992. The message is clear — injuries are not always …