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Before long, winter weather will be setting in, and the roads will be covered with snow and ice. As always, if the roads are bad, it's best to delay your trip. However, if you must travel, follow these safety tips:
- Slow down and give yourself plenty of time
- Be sure windows are clear of ice and snow
- Check vehicle fluids and tire pressures
- Fill gas tank often - don't let your gas tank run too low
In addition, be sure you and your family are prepared for winter travel - whether it be here in Cincinnati or across the country - so that everyone stays safe. Below is a list of a few items you may want to have in the trunk along with you for the ride in the event you get stuck or stranded:
- first aid kit
- jumper cables
- flashlight
- batteries
- ice scraper
- blankets and warm clothes
- boots
- gloves
- bottled water and snacks
- cell phone charger
In the event you do become stranded, do not walk away from your car. Put your flashers on and call for help with your cell phone. While waiting for assistance, assure your car exhaust pipe is clear from snow piles so that carbon monoxide doesn't back up into your car. Last but not least, keep calm as best as you can - you and your family's safety is the most important thing. Safe travels to you and your family this winter! |
Safe Sledding
One of the fondest memories of winter for a child is often heading to the neighborhood hill after the first big snow for an afternoon of sledding with friends. There is no doubt that barreling down a snow-covered hill is fun for a child, but being safe while doing it should be the top priority.
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, more than 20,000 children and teens under the age of 19 are treated in emergency rooms for sled-related injuries each year in the United States. The most common injuries are fractures, followed by contusions and abrasions. The head is the most injured body part.
Just because injury is a possibility, doesn't mean you should keep your kids cooped up inside this winter. But, there are things you can do to help them stay safe.
Dress For Success
Dress your children in layers for extra warmth, and if their clothing becomes wet, bring them inside. Watch out for signs of frostnip and frostbite. Frostnip can turn the skin white or blue-white and typically affects the face, feet or fingertips. Frostbite is literally the freezing of the skin. The skin can feel waxy, frozen, and numb, and can cause blisters.
Wear a Helmet
Sleds can easily reach speeds of 20-25 miles per hour when headed down a steep hill. You wouldn't let your child ride a bike at those speeds without a helmet, so why should a sled be any different?
Be With Your Kids
Adult supervision is the key to reducing sled-riding injuries. American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) statistics show that 71 percent of unsupervised sled outings result in injuries.
Don't Use Sled Substitutes
Cafeteria trays and cardboard boxes can seem like cheap alternates to sleds, but you need to keep in mind they're not designed with any steering mechanism. This can lead to preventable collisions that can be avoided with the right equipment.
Happy (safe) sledding!
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Dayspring Church of God, located in Forest Park, Ohio, is known for their vision of serving others and making a positive difference in their community. From children to adults, there are countless ways to be involved in the work that Dayspring is doing within the walls of the church, and the community at large; opportunities ranging from greeting and making meals for those in need to teaching and leading a life group. Within Dayspring is the Agape Children's Center, whose mission is "the heart of the child comes first." Agape Children's Center helps with children from infants to preschool. The center also has a summer camp for school aged children.
The Comprehensive Children's Injury Center (CCIC) has partnered with Dayspring Church of God by using their site to hold our community car seat classes. Since the inception of our partnership two years ago, over 130 participants have signed up to attend the class to learn more about child passenger safety and how to keep their children safe riding in cars. The CCIC looks forward to growing a lasting partnership with Dayspring to continue to keep children safe.
For more information about Dayspring Church of God, visit their
website.
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Help us raise money to build a new playground!
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Playgrounds offer kids a way to get fresh air, improve social and motor skills, exercise and gain new and inventive-but not necessarily safe-ways to play. It's important to make sure that kids are playing on safe equipment and safe surfacing to prevent serious injuries. Unfortunately, more than 200,000 children are treated at the hospital each year due to a playground injury. In order to provide children with a safe place to play, the Comprehensive Children's Injury Center at Cincinnati Children's is looking for your support through donations to help build a new, safe community playground with safe surfacing to help reduce the risk of unintentional injury to countless children in Hamilton County. Every dollar donated will go directly towards the $35,000 needed for the playground build. Please donate today!
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| To keep you and your family safe this holiday season |
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Space Heater Safety
Space heaters are a leading cause of home fire deaths. Remember to keep space heaters at least 3 feet away from children and flammable materials.
Learn more.
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Bulky Coats and Car seats
Children should not wear bulky coats in their car seats because it doesn't allow the harness to fit them properly.
For any car seat questions, please call us at
513-803-RIDE (7433).
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Poison Prevention
Are there children in your home? Are you expecting little ones to visit for the holidays? Investigate your home for potential poisons and secure them!
Learn more about poison prevention.
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Winter Health and Wellness
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Ask An Expert
Gina Croft, RN
Public Health Nurse
Norwood Health Department
Q: What can be done to remain healthy during the winter months?
A: There are plenty of ways to remain healthy during the winter months that keep us cooped up inside. First, it is recommended by the Center for Disease Control, that everyone 6 months or older get the flu vaccination to avoid getting the flu. It is also important to remember to wash your hands often with soap and water. This includes all parts of the hands, the backs, in between fingers, and under nails. If soap is unavailable, an alcohol-based hand sanitizer will be sufficient. Be conscience of your environment if you happen to be "under the weather" or sick. Maintain your distance from others! This includes staying home from work or school, if possible. It is important to cover any cough and/or sneeze with a tissue to prevent the spread of germs. Disinfecting regularly used items such as laptops, phones, remotes, and game controllers is another way to prevent the spread of microbes. Along with avoiding the cold and flu during the winter months, it is also important to continue to be active and manage stress. The cold is harsh on our bodies, so we want to remember to eat balanced meals, stay hydrated, get out and exercise, and soak up some sunshine if possible.
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