Ding-dong. Trick-or-treat! BOO! It’s that time of year again when black cats cross the road and ghosts come out to play. Share these tips with your children and keep them safe this Halloween.
- Travel together and stay with an adult (older kids should be checked on periodically)
- Look both ways before crossing the street
- Don’t enter anyone’s home without parent permission
- Trick-or-treat in well-lit, safe areas
- Try trick-or-treating at a local mall or community center
Beware of hazards:
- Be alert. Cars, motorcycles, and bicycles may not see small trick-or-treaters in the dark
- Do not eat homemade treats made with unknown ingredients or made by someone you do not know well
- Agree on a safe meeting place in case you become separated from your group
- Remember to limit the amount of candy you consume — too much candy leads to cavities and extra pounds
Parents, be sure to remember these tips while you prepare for this spooky holiday!
- Flame resistant material is a great idea
- Make sure the costume has no loose ends to trip over
- Don’t block vision with masks or facial coverings
- Test makeup for allergic reactions
- Include reflectors and flashlights as part of the costume
- Use soft, flexible weapons and accessories
Decorate in safety and style:
- Use appropriate lighting and electrical fixtures indoors and out
- Remove tripping hazards when using strobe lights, fog, or dry ice
- Use flameless candles instead of real fire
- Remember that you will have some young trick-or-treaters, so turn off or cover your scariest decorations when necessary
Eat and enjoy your treats safely:
- Inspect your children’s candy before they eat it
- Provide healthy snacks at home in addition to newly gathered candy
- Limit candy to a small amount per day
Everyone at Medical Center Arlington wishes you a safe, fun, healthy, and happy Halloween this year! We hope we don’t see you in the Emergency Room, but we’re here if you need us.
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