Unintentional injury is the leading cause of death among children ages 14 and under in the United States. The Danger Rangers mission is to create an injury and illness prevention program that kids will understand and find entertaining. The Danger Rangers empower children to Think Safe, Play Safe, and Be Safe because Safety Rules!
Below are a few quick injury facts to prove why it is important to have an injury and illness prevention program
Each year more than 90,000 children are permanently disabled due to unintentional injury.
In 2002, more than 6.6 million children ages 14 and under were treated in hospital emergency rooms for unintentional injuries
For every child injured, the total cost is more than $12,700, including $650 in medical costs, more than $1,000 in future earnings lost and nearly $11,000 in lost quality of life.
It is estimated that AS MANY AS 90% of these unintentional injuries can be prevented
Always swim with an buddy is an important water safety tip to include in an injury and illness prevention program.
Here are some fun games and activities that will help teach injury and illness prevention.
