Playground and Sports Safety

• All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) Safety

  ATVs are off-road vehicles often used for recreation. But kids 16 and younger shouldn’t ride them. Find out why, and more, here.

• Are Electric Bikes (E-bikes) Safe?

  Many kids are eager to ride e-bikes, but parents are concerned about safety. Here’s what you need to know, and how to decide if an e-bike is a good idea for your child.

• Are Electric Scooters (E-Scooters) Safe?

  Many kids are eager to ride e-scooters, but parents are concerned about safety. Here’s what you need to know, and how to decide if an e-scooter is a good idea for your child.

• Bike Safety

  Bike riding is a great way to get exercise and share time as a family. But there’s an important factor that you need to consider – safety.

• Bruises

  Learn about bruises, why they happen, how to make them go away faster, and why they change colors.

• Drowning Prevention

  Drowning is a leading cause of death in children and teens. It happens fast and is usually silent. Here’s how parents can help prevent drowning.

• Helping Your Young Athlete With Type 1 Diabetes

  Kids with type 1 diabetes can play sports and exercise at the same level as other kids.

• How Being Active Helps Kids With Type 1 Diabetes

  Diabetes doesn’t have to get in the way of exercise and sports competition. Like anyone else, kids with diabetes are healthier if they get plenty of exercise.

• How Can Parents Help Prevent Concussions?

  Concussions are serious injuries. Here’s how to help protect kids and teens from them.

• How to Choose & Use Sunscreen

  With all the options out there, choosing a sunscreen for your kids can be tricky. Here’s what you need to know.