Trauma

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Ear Trauma Emergencies

Most ear emergencies result from some form of trauma. This trauma can be self-induced--a child's putting a foreign object in the ear-- or accidental--exposure to the blast from a firecracker or gun.
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Drowning prevention is a team sport

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Dog Bites

At times, even friendly dogs and cats can bite and scratch if approached in a threatening way. A pet bird, reptile, or hamster can also bite or scratch. Young children are especially at risk.

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Could it be a concussion? How to tell

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Child Safety for All Ages

Some safety hazards apply to all children. But many problems are especially dangerous for children at a particular age or stage of development.
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Car seats

Here are a few safety tips about car seats according to the Société de l'assurance automobile du Québec (SAAQ) and other useful information

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Button Batteries

A button battery is the small lithium round battery found in watches, hearing aids, remote car starters, toys, musical books, LED flashlights and more. The batteries are shiny, round and enticing to young children who may stick them in their nose, ears or mouth. This is extremely dangerous. If the lithium battery is swallowed, it erodes and causes serious tissue damage. Immediate medical attention is vital.

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Burn Prevention - Fire

Don’t forget to check the batteries in your home smoke detectors. 

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Bunk beds

The Emergency Department of the Montreal Children’s Hospital sees approximately 40 children each year with injuries related to the use of bunk beds. Read more to learn how to prevent bunk bed injury.

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Broken jaw

A broken jaw is medically known as a jaw fracture. Read on to learn more about this type of injury and its treatment.

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