We all want to keep our children safe and secure and help them live to their full potential. Knowing how to prevent leading causes of child injury, like drowning, is a step toward this goal. When most of us are…
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Safe Sleep Program
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is the leading cause of death of infants between 1 month and 1 year of age and claims the lives of approximately 2,500 infants each year. SIDS is the sudden unexplained death of an infant…
Car Seat Requirements
Three out of four child safety seats are not used correctly. Call today and set an appointment with a certified car seat technician at Oneida County Health Department at 369-6111. Car seats, booster seats and seat belts are the law…
Fireworks Safety
With warm weather and family events, the summer can be a fun time with great memories. But before your family celebrates, make sure everyone knows about fireworks safety. If not handled properly, fireworks can cause burn and eye injuries in…
Child Passenger Safety
Parents and caregivers are urged to verify that their child safety seats are properly installed and correctly used. Certified technicians areavailable to inspect and verify your child seat installation, free of charge. Below, you will find the answers to the most commonly…
