What are some of the most common causes for childhood injuries?

Here’s a list of common childhood injuries: Burns and scalds – such as sunburns, electrical burns, burns from hot liquids, steam from pan or even bathwater. Poisoning – from accidentally ingesting medicines, shampoo, and cleaning products Head injuries – falling from highchairs, beds, furniture, stairs, slippery floors, and play structures Choking – on food, small objects Cuts and scratches – caused by sharp fingernails, pets, sharp objects, edges of furniture, or glass Fractures and sprains – from halls Eye injuries – caused by dust, sand, chemical sprays Drowning – in pools or even at home during bath time Bumps, bruises, scrapes and falls are part and parcel of growing up. Usually, a child would recover quickly and be back to his/her active self in no time. Common areas to pay more attention to would be in the kitchen, toilet, at pools or beaches, and around roads.