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Like organized sports, recreational activity can improve physical fitness, coordination, self-discipline and teamwork, as well as promote a sense of personal satisfaction and accomplishment.
However recreational activities can also pose the risk of unintentional physical injury. Children are more susceptible to these injuries because they are still growing and gaining motor and cognitive skills.
Follow the links below to find information on injuries resulting from recreational activities and what can be done to prevent them from occurring.
Reviewed July 2009
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Microwave ovens - safety issues
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Better Health Channel
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The microwave oven can be hazardous if not used correctly. Common dangers include unevenly cooked foods and scalds from escaping steam. Radiation leaks are possible from damaged ovens but the risk is small. A microwave oven cannot be used to sterilise jars or bottles, including babies' bottles.
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Oct 2009
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Scooters and safety
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Better Health Channel
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The scooter is a popular toy for children and adults. Falls and collisions with cars and pedestrians are common, especially for children. Essential safety equipment includes a safety helmet and guards for the wrists, elbows and knees. Teach your child road safety rules.
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| Date: |
Jul 2009
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Toy safety
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Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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| Description: |
For children to get the most out of toys they must be safe and the right toy for the child's age and ability.
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| Date: |
Jul 2009
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Video games
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Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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| Description: |
Today's computer and video games are much more complex and interesting to the point where a gamer can become immersed in a multimedia-enabled 'virtual reality'.
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Feb 2009
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| Title: |
Video games
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Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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| Description: |
Today's computer and video games are much more complex and interesting, and the technology has advanced to the point where a gamer can become immersed.
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Feb 2009
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When playing or watching sport
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Cancer Council Victoria
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| Description: |
Many summer sport and recreation activities are played during times when there is a UV Alert.
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Dec 2008
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Sun protection in the snow
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| Publisher: |
Better Health Channel
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Snow activities such as skiing and snowboarding pose a risk of sunburn because ultraviolet (UV) radiation is more severe in alpine regions than at sea level and is reflected by snow. Wear a balaclava or beanie and use sunglasses and broad spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen. 'Snow blindness' (photokeratitis) is sunburn damage to the cornea of the eye caused by UV radiation.
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Sep 2008
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| Title: |
Playing safely
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Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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| Description: |
Injury is the commonest cause of death and disability in the 1 to 3 year age group, and even small injuries can cause children a lot of pain. Most injuries happen at home. Some are caused by adults playing roughly with babies .
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Jul 2008
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Water safety for children
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| Publisher: |
Better Health Channel
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Drowning is the leading cause of death for toddlers. Always supervise a child around any water including swimming pools, baths, dams, creeks, the beach and irrigation channels.Teach your child to swim but remember this is not a substitute for adult supervision. Learn emergency resuscitation techniques including cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
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Mar 2008
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Learn or burn - campfire safety
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Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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| Description: |
Kicking a bit of dirt or sand on the fire to put it out isn't smart, because underneath it stays hot for more than eight hours. If you or your kids later touch the dirt-covered fire for just a second, it can still be extremely hot and it will burn skin!
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| Date: |
Feb 2008
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Child safety - playground equipment
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| Publisher: |
Better Health Channel
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| Description: |
Children using playground equipment are most often injured by falls. You can reduce the risk by always supervising your child, limiting their play to age-appropriate equipment and teaching them to use the equipment sensibly.
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| Date: |
Jan 2008
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| Title: |
Learn or burn - campfire safety
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| Publisher: |
Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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| Description: |
Kicking a bit of dirt or sand on the fire to put it out isn't smart, because underneath it stays hot for more than eight hours. If you or your kids later touch the dirt-covered fire for just a second, it can still be extremely hot and it will burn skin!
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| Date: |
Nov 2007
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| Title: |
Learn or burn - campfire safety
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| Publisher: |
Child and Youth Health - CYH (South Australia)
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| Description: |
Kicking a bit of dirt or sand on the fire to put it out isn't smart, because underneath it stays hot for more than eight hours. If you or your kids later touch the dirt-covered fire for just a second, it can still be extremely hot and it will burn skin!.
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| Date: |
Aug 2007
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| Title: |
Playgrounds: fun without tears
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| Publisher: |
Raising Children Network (RCN)
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| Description: |
Safety in playgrounds, backyards and on trampolines
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| Date: |
Jan 2007
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Water safety - myDr.com.au
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myDr
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| Description: |
Here are some tips for playing it safe in the water.
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| Date: |
Oct 2004
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Water Safety: Frequently asked questions
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| Publisher: |
Multicultural Health Communication Service (NSW)
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| Description: |
Summary: Warnings on dangers of swimming in the sea; information on lifeguards, flags and signs. Safety in backyard swimming pools: supervision of children, learning resuscitation, preventing drowning of children in lakes, rivers and dams. Safe practices on boats and when rock fishing.
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| Date: |
Jun 2002
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| Title: |
How to be safe in and around the water
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| Publisher: |
Multicultural Health Communication Service (NSW)
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| Description: |
Guidelines to help prevent you or your children from drowning
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| Date: |
Jun 2002
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A parents' guide to holiday safety
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| Publisher: |
Multicultural Health Communication Service (NSW)
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| Description: |
Swimming pools, children's toys, bikes, Christmas lights and warm weather are all ingredients for having fun in the summer but they also have the potential to cause harm. Some good advice is offered for keeping children out of trouble.
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| Date: |
Dec 1998
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House fires and scalds: is your family at risk?
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| Publisher: |
Multicultural Health Communication Service (NSW)
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| Description: |
If fire breaks out in your home, chances of survival are twice as good if you have a smoke alarm installed. Scalds from hot water and hot drinks are among the commonest causes of serious injuries in young children.
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| Date: |
Jul 1996
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