Every year, thousands of children and adolescents in the United States are affected by preventable injuries and violence. We know more than ever about what works to keep them safe. But, how do we take what we know and…
CSN Blog
This page displays all Children’s Safety Network’s (CSN) Blog, where CSN staff and guest bloggers discuss current child safety issues. The views in these posts are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the position of the CSN.
What Happens When States Learn Together? The Impact of the Child Safety Learning Collaborative - May 2026
In 2023, the U.S. Congress appropriated $593.8 million to the Title V Maternal and Child Health Services Block Grant. This funding helped provide health services for an estimated 59 million people in the United States,…
Making Sleep Safer for Infants - Nov 2023
This article was originally published by Education Development Center (EDC) on edc.org. In 2020, there were nearly 3,400 sudden unexpected infant deaths (SUID) in the United States. SUID includes sudden infant death…
High school is a time when many adolescents begin to explore the world of dating. These first romantic relationships are developmentally significant as they can help adolescents build the interpersonal and resilience…
Data-driven approaches are critical to guide child safety efforts. They are useful when you are deciding where to focus resources, the most appropriate program, monitoring progress, and demonstrating to funders and…
Yes! Firearm Injuries Can Be Prevented! - Aug 2022
Just as two of our nation’s major public health concerns– tobacco use and motor vehicle crashes– were once thought to be unchangeable parts of the culture – using a multi-faceted public health approach, firearm injuries…
As we kick off the summer season, families enjoy more outdoor activities such as camping, cookouts, and outdoor celebrations that we want to keep safe and fun. While deaths and nonfatal injuries from fires and burns…
Mental health challenges, including depression and anxiety, and previous suicide attempts are common risk factors in youth suicide; while access to mental health services serves as a protective factor against youth…
Health Disparities in Rural Childhood Injury - Feb 2021
Twenty percent of Americans, one in five, live in rural areas according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Rural areas are found in every region and corner of the country and make up 97% of land in the…
Increased stress and isolation, more time online, and limited availability for adult monitoring during the COVID-19 global pandemic create a ripe context for youth cyberbullying – defined by the Centers for Disease…
Using QI to Navigate COVID-19 Disruptions - Sep 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic has created challenges in every corner of society – injury and violence prevention (IVP) has not escaped this disruption. At the Children’s Safety Network (CSN) we have been working closely…
Stopping the “Invisible Killer” - Nov 2018
Carbon monoxide is a deadly, odorless, tasteless, and colorless gas often referred to as the “invisible killer.” It is released whenever we burn fuels such as gasoline, wood, natural gas, and oil. This gas can build up…
What is Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SUID)? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ([CDC], 2018), sudden unexpected infant deaths (SUID) refers to: Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)…
How Child Drowning Can Be Prevented - Aug 2018
This article originally appeared on edc.org: http://www.edc.org/how-child-drowning-can-be-prevented For many families, summer fun means trips to the beach, pool, or waterpark. But with statistics showing that…
The Facts on Teen Dating Abuse - Apr 2018
It can be hard for pre-teens and teens to know when a dating relationship is unhealthy. How can someone know what is “normal” in a relationship if they haven’t been in one before? When does “teenage drama” turn into…