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HSHS Offering Tips For Buying Toys For Kids

With the holiday’s around the corner and Black Friday sales coming up this week, HSHS Good Shepherd Hospital says that you should always do a little research and checking before you buy those toys for your young ones. According to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), in 2018, there were an estimated 166,200 toy-related injuries treated in US hospital emergency rooms. 

 

Toys are getting better, however, with only 12 recalls in 2019 with one of those toys containing lead, whereas in 2008, there were 172 toy recalls, 19 of which were due to lead. The CPSC along with the US Public Interest Research Group has some tips to make sure a child is safe when playing with toys.

 

Make sure toys are age-appropriate and look for quality design and construction in toys. You should also make sure all directions or instructions are clear and to read all labels. Throw away the packaging and gift openings including plastic bags, peanut-style packaging, and ribbons.

 

You should also try to avoid choking hazards by never giving balloons or small balls to young children. The general rule of thumb is to not give toys with parts smaller than the opening of a toilet paper roll. Avoid magnet toys and if it sounds too loud, it probably is. You should listen to toys before purchasing them being careful of toys with sirens or horns. TO learn more visit the CPSC website at https://www.cpsc.gov/safety-education/safety-guides/toys#resources. 

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