Funded by The Medical Center Foundation's Healthy Journey Campaigns
Welcome to Safe Kids Gainesville/Hall County
The Problem: Accidental childhood injury
Accidental injury is the number one cause of death among children ages 14 and under in the United States. Also, each year one out of every four children needs medical attention for an accidental injury.
The Solution: Safe Kids
Safe Kids Gainesville/Hall County is one of more than 450 grassroots coalitions in 17 countries that bring together health and safety experts, educators, corporations, foundations, governments and volunteers to educate and protect families. Safe Kids Gainesville/Hall County is a member of Safe Kids Worldwide, a global network of organizations dedicated to preventing accidental injury. We know our efforts are needed because as many as 90 percent of accidental injuries can be prevented.
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Safety InformationGeorgia Child Safety Laws, fact sheets and safety tips for common childhood injuries - more |
Community PartnersOur Community Partners provide the manpower and the brainpower for our coalition - more |
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Safe Kids News
Since the first of the year, the Consumer Products Safety Commission has recalled at least 13 different cribs or bassinets—many of which have resulted in serious injury and deaths.
Children are left unattended for long periods of time in cribs and bassinets, by intent, design, practice and custom. You want to be especially vigilant with these products; they deserve your special attention and need to be completely safe.
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If you have a crib or bassinet that has been recalled, you should
Download Safety Tips To find out if your crib has been recalled and to sign up for recall alerts, please visit the Consumer Product Safety Commission. |
Phone: 770-533-8095
Fax: 770-533-8124
E-mail:kimberly.martin@nghs.com