Child Abuse Prevention/ Guest Post/ Press Release/ Safety/ Screen Time
Child Abuse Prevention/ Guest Post/ Press Release/ Safety/ Screen Time
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 14, 2023Contact: Angela Benander (517) 242-9192  ProtectMIChild Registry keeps kids safe from adult ads online as summer break beginsLANSING, Mich. – Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson today announced that the state’s ProtectMIChild Registry has expanded to include four more online platforms popular with kids and teens. As Internet Safety Month continues through...
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Infant/ Recalls/ Safety
Infant/ Recalls/ Safety
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is warning consumers to immediately stop using Momaid infant loungers because they do not comply with federal safety standards for infant sleep products, posing a risk of suffocation and a fall hazard to infants. The loungers fail to meet the safety requirements...
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Office of the Governor/ Press Release/ Safety/ State of Michigan
Office of the Governor/ Press Release/ Safety/ State of Michigan
As Michigan continues to experience unusually hot and dry conditions for this time of year, the risk of wildfires has increased. That’s why it’s important to be safe and take every precaution while enjoying our beautiful Michigan summers.  Three drivers of fire risk are temperature, humidity/dryness, and wind. We are experiencing...
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Press Release/ Resources/ Safety
Press Release/ Resources/ Safety
LANSING, Mich. – Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson and Attorney General Dana Nessel today encouraged Michigan parents and schools to sign up for the state’s ProtectMiChild Registry in honor of National Child Abuse Prevention Month. ProtectMiChild is a free and secure program that keeps kids safe from adult-oriented advertising via social media, text,...
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Infant/ Parent Education/ Parent Resources/ Resources/ Safety/ Sleep
Infant/ Parent Education/ Parent Resources/ Resources/ Safety/ Sleep
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends a firm, flat sleep surface for your baby. A crib, bassinet, or pack and play that follows the safety standards of the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is recommended. The mattress should be covered by a tightly fitted sheet with no other bedding or...
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Safety
Safety
The VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System is willing to provide gun locks and related resources to agencies who would like to offer a supply to their clients. See attached picture for the specifics of the lock. If you are interested in providing these locks to your clients, or for more information, please reach out to...
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Safety
Safety
Clek, Inc. (Clek) is recalling the following booster seats: Olli boosters seats, model number OL12U2, manufactured between January 20, 2020 and May 10, 2022 Ozzi booster seats, model number OZ11U2, manufactured between March 1, 2020 and May 10, 2022 The installation diagram displaying the proper way to install the...
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Developmental Milestones/ Health/ Outdoor Activities/ Parent Resources/ Play/ Resources/ Safety/ Summer
Developmental Milestones/ Health/ Outdoor Activities/ Parent Resources/ Play/ Resources/ Safety/ Summer
Let the Summer Fun begin. However you spend your summer, here are a few tips to keep your adventures as safe as they are fun. Safe at Home and Play Never leave a child unattended in a car. Hydrate! Take frequent water breaks in the shade to cool off and...
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