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The National Center for Health Statistics says that children under 14 are seven times more likely to die
from an accidental injury than a homicide. However, many parents have the misconception that violent
acts (things over which they have no control) such as kidnappings, shootings and drugs pose greater
dangers to their children than injuries, according to polls. Nonetheless, injuries are the number one killer
and disabler of children.

Worry though you will, the only truth about childhood safety
that you have to remember is that ACCIDENTS DO HAPPEN.
The normal, active, physically healthy child will occasionally
have some cuts and bruises.

• The National Crime Prevention Council recommends that you teach your
• children to:
• Use the telephone properly in case of emergencies. Practice
• making emergency phone calls with them.
• Memorize their name, address and phone number (including area
• code) and your work number.
• Walk confidently and stay alert to what’s going on around them.
• Walk and play with friends, not alone.