What to do if your child is bitten by a dog?
Large dogs are usually considered dangerous for a child because they can hurt his/her face or neck more easily, but it should be borne in mind that small dogs can be equally dangerous, especially if they are approached abruptly, because they can bite a child out of fear.
How to prevent a dog bite?
Dog bites are more common in children than in adults, and the possibility of severe injuries is especially significant. Most bites come from familiar dogs, which emphasizes the importance of preventive measures.
Sunburn
Sunburn is very common in the summer months. In addition to momentary pain, it may have serious long-term consequences.
A child got burned - what to do?
Children's skin is thinner than adults', so even a short contact with a hot object or liquid can cause deeper burns or affect a larger area of the skin, and the consequences can be more severe and recovery longer. Accordingly, you must react quickly to prevent complications.
Burns in children and how to prevent them - special situations
Hot water, heated objects or pyrotechnics are common causes of burns in children. However, the possibility of burns as a consequence of solar radiation should be kept in mind as well.
How to prevent insect bites?
Most insect stings are mild, causing only limited changes on the skin, itching or swelling at the sting site.
Changes at the insect sting site and allergic reactions - how to recognize them?
Changes and reactions that occur as a result of insect stings usually manifest themselves as changes at the sting site and as reactions affecting the child's entire body.
The child has sunstroke - what to do?
Sunstroke can occur if a child has been active and exposed to the sun for some time. The first symptoms can appear quickly, but "delayed" sunburn occurs more often, a few hours after being in the sun - in the evening before bedtime or during sleep.
Sunstroke and how to prevent it
Sunstroke is a violent reaction of the whole organism to excessive sun exposure, especially the head and neck.
A knocked-out tooth
One or more teeth may be knocked out by a blow or a heavy fall, which can cause heavy bleeding from the mouth. The tooth or teeth can be saved by going to the dentist urgently.