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Sports Safety—Identifying High-Risk Situations in Sports Safety

Playing sports has many benefits for a child. But the correct safety measures need to be taken. Read on to learn more. ...more

Preventing Sports Injury in Children in Sports Safety

Detailed information on sports safety for kids, including safety gear and equipment...more

Cheerleading Safety in Sports Safety

A safe cheerleading program has direct adult supervision, proper conditioning, skills training, and warm-up exercises. ...more

Sports Safety in Sports Safety

Because children's bodies are still growing and their coordination is still developing, children are more at risk for sports injuries than adults. ...more

Eye Protection Critical in Sports in Sports Safety

Sports is 1 of the leading causes of school-age children's eye injuries, but most of those injuries are preventable. ...more

Mouthguards in Sports Safety

Mouthguards are important to help protect your child's mouth and teeth from serious injury. ...more

Sports and Children with Special Needs in Sports Safety

Children with special needs are sometimes not encouraged to exercise, because their parents or guardians fear they'll be injured. But physical activity is as important for children with special needs as it is for any child. ...more

Workouts to Help Prevent Sports Injuries in Sports Safety

It may not always be possible to avoid injury when playing sports, especially physical contact sports. But there are things kids can do to protect themselves. Preparing before and after a game or practice session by warming up muscles and then stretching can help. ...more

Sickle Cell Disease in Children in Sports Safety

Sickle cell disease is an inherited blood disorder that is present at birth. Children with SCD make an abnormal type of hemoglobin. This is the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen to all parts of the body. ...more

Preventing MRSA in Athletes in Sports Safety

MRSA most often causes minor skin infections in young athletes. But if untreated, the bacteria may invade the bloodstream and become a life-threatening infection. Read on to learn more. ...more

Eating Disorders and Young Athletes in Sports Safety

Playing competitive sports can boost self-esteem and teach teamwork and leadership lessons. But sometimes being on a team that focuses too heavily on performance--or appearance--may trigger an eating disorder. ...more

Contact Sports and Kids: How to Keep Your Children Safe in Sports Safety

Kids are more susceptible to sports injuries than adults because they are still growing and developing. The risk for injury is even greater if the child plays a contact sport, such as basketball, football, or soccer. ...more

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