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Emergencies

  • Comminuted Fractures

    A comminuted fracture is a type of broken bone. The bone is broken into more than two pieces.

  • Concussions

    Concussions are serious injuries that can be even more serious if kids don’t get the time and rest needed to heal them completely.

  • Coronavirus (COVID-19): Being Ready to Quarantine

    People who have a coronavirus (COVID-19) infection or are around someone who has it should stay home to prevent spreading the virus. Here’s how to prepare to quarantine or isolate at home.

  • CPR

    Every parent should know how and when to administer CPR. Done correctly, CPR can save a child’s life by restoring breathing and circulation until medical personnel arrive.

  • Dealing With Cuts

    Find out how to handle minor cuts at home – and when to get medical care for a more serious injury.

  • Dehydration in Kids & Teens

    Learn the symptoms, treatment, and ways to prevent dehydration in kids and teens.

  • Emergency Care & First Aid (Topic Center)

    Here’s your one-stop information center for everything you need to know about handling emergencies and keeping kids safe.

  • Fever (High Temperature) In Kids

    Find information on fevers (high temperatures), how to care for kids at home, and when to call a doctor.

  • Fire Safety

    Find out how to prevent – and be ready for – a fire in your home.

  • Frostbite and Frostnip

    You can help prevent frostbite in cold weather by dressing kids in layers, making sure they come indoors at regular intervals, and watching for frostnip, frostbite’s early warning signal.