Safety

As the new school year approaches and many pupils will be cycling to school, research sparks concern for the safety of teenage cyclists, prompting cycling advocate and injury specialist Mark Hambleton to share advice on the overlooked signs of concussion that parents should be aware of, the places where teenagers are most at risk, and the impact helmet-wearing has on making an injury claim.

Brits planning to celebrate Bonfire Night this November are being urged to follow eight simple do’s and don'ts to ensure a safe evening. It is important that everyone takes great care on Bonfire Night, which is why experts at Garden Buildings Direct are offering their advice for bonfire and firework safety.

Current government guidelines suggest we should limit socialising indoors over Christmas and, if we do, to make sure we ventilate our homes. Here are some tips on keeping our families and guests safe.

On Safer Internet Day Steve Wilson, UK & Ireland Director at NortonLifeLock, encourages parents to talk to their children about keeping safe when when online. 

As the opportunities for women to reach out and access support are so limited, every woman needs to know this number – 0808 2000 247  and understand they can call us for help 24/7, 365 days of the year. Can you help us get the message out? It might save a woman’s life.

Bringing the outdoors in has always been hugely popular. Not only do houseplants brighten up the living space, and can feel therapeutic when caring from them, but they also improve air quality. However, some are poisonous and should be avoided. ClearItWaste details the 10 most harmful plants which may be a danger to children.

As children return to school, parents may be wondering how they can protect their children from COVID. Here are some from  tips from the health science company ZOE. 

So, you have saved the money necessary for your child’s college education throughout the years, and your son or daughter has studied diligently for this opportunity. Now that the date is almost here for your precious child to leave home and go to university for a higher education from a prestigious institution such as the Universidade de Lisboa, the question is, have you covered all the basics to ensure your child’s safety abroad? asks Emily Roberts. 

Child Safety Week 3 to 9 June, 2019 – Accidents can be prevented says the Child Accident Prevention Trust.

With an ever-growing family, Christine Mayle was delighted to be asked to review the latest upgrade of their existing BRITAX child’s car seat, the ROMER series ADVANSAFIX IV R. 

For mother of two, Jenny Sneyd, the Britax DUALFIX M i-SIZE has proved to be the perfect car seat.

Britax Romer DualFix i-Size child safety seat was reviewed by Jack McDavid. Here is his grandfather's tale.