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Grandparents & Medication Safety
November 2014 • #87
A Note from the Medical Editor
With the holiday season underway and many families visiting, remind loved ones that medicine storage is an important part of children’s safety.
 
Grandparents, take a minute to walk through your house and check where you have stored your medication and vitamins. Make sure they are out of sight, out of reach, and secured in a safe area that is not accessible to children. Another danger is keeping medication in suitcases when visiting, as suitcases are typically left on the floor or on a low piece of furniture.
 
We encourage you to share the information in this newsletter with your families.
 
~Jennifer Shu, MD, FAAP
Medical Editor, HealthyChildren.org
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