We worry about our children, and we know most of the dangers. Sometimes we need reminders, sometimes it's a little known fact that you stumble upon that can save a child.

A young child can DIE from eating one cigarette

The major cause of accidental poisonings is the improper use of medications. In fact, 40 % of poisonings are attributed to misuse of medication.

1 in 3-4 girls, and 1 in 6-8 boys are sexually assaulted before age 18

89% of child sexual assault cases involved persons known to the child.

250,000-500,000 pedophiles reside in the United States

1 in 4 victims of violent crimes are between the ages of 12-17.

200-300 children are kidnapped by strangers each year.

Store household cleaners, cosmetics, medicines, insecticides and garage products out of children’s sight and reach-in locked cabinets or cabinets secured with safety latches. Ask your pharmacist to put all prescription drugs in child-resistant packaging. However, be aware that children can open these containers. NEVER reuse empty household containers. DON’T follow antidote instructions on product labels without first contacting the Poison Control Center. NEVER call medicine candy. NEVER allow children to play with medicine bottles. DON’T take medicines in front of children who tend to imitate adults. Discard all old and unlabeled medicines by flushing them down the toilet. Store food away from household cleaners.

Other common causes of poisonings are:

Chemicals 24%

Cleaning agents 13%

Cosmetics 5%

Plants 5%

Food 5%

Pesticides 4%

Animal/insect bites or stings 2%

Miscellaneous 2%

In case of poisoning, have the following information ready:

Your name and telephone number

Age and weight of poisoning victim

Name of product suspected of poisoning

Degree of exposure or amount swallowed

Time of exposure

Type or point of entry, e.g., inhalation, swallowing, eye, skin

Symptoms

First-aid measures already taken

Do you have a link or a fact for child safety? Please send it to me, the best defense for our children is knowledge!