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From blocks and dolls to puzzles and games, toys can be fun and educational for children. But they can present safety hazards as well. As a parent, you need to be aware of toy safety issues for children of all ages. This sheet explains these issues and suggests ways to keep your children safe while playing with toys.

You want your home to be a safe haven for your kids. Yet thousands of children are hurt or killed in home incidents. With a little care, many incidents can be prevented. This sheet gives you tips on keeping all areas of your home safe for children.

Always supervise your child in the water, even if he or she knows how to swim. And if possible, learn CPR.

This sheet describes possible tests used to diagnose and gather information about neurologic disorders in children. Your child’s doctor will tell you which of these tests your child's needs.

Transferring means moving between two surfaces (such as a bed and a wheelchair). Safe transferring is crucial to preventing falls. The type of transfer you will use depends on your overall health and strength. This sheet will describe one type of transfer, using a transfer board.

Blood thinners or anticoagulants are medicines that help prevent blood clots from forming. Your doctor will help you decide which medicine is best for you. Read on to learn more about safely taking blood thinners.

After having a baby, your body may be very tired and it can take time to recover. You may stay in the hospital or birth center from 1 to 4 days. In some cases, you may be able to go home the same day.

Pain management is the careful use of treatments to reduce pain. Every person has a right to have relief from pain. The main goal of pain management in hospice is to improve quality of life. Pain management can also help improve a person's physical and mental functions.

Obesity can increase your risk for many serious health issues. These include problems with your heart, lungs, blood vessels, brain, and joints.