Read on to learn preventive steps to protect children from drowning in homes, pools, and open waters, such as lakes, rivers, and oceans.

Because children's bodies are still growing and their coordination is still developing, children are more at risk for sports injuries than adults.

Detailed information on car safety.

With the correct care, most women can enjoy a healthy pregnancy--even with health challenges, such as diabetes, high blood pressure, infectious diseases, or sextually transmitted infections. Read on to learn more.

Definitions of terms related to the anatomy of a fetus in utero.

Detailed information on fire and burn safety.

A fever is a body temperature that is higher than normal. It usually means there is an abnormal process occurring in the body.

Every year, millions of adults fall, leading to injuries and emergency room visits. Many of these falls and injuries can be prevented.

Detailed information on bicycle, inline skating, skateboarding, and scooter safety

What is a contusion? A sprain? A strain? Find out more about these common sports injuries.