{"id":9191,"date":"2016-10-28T18:45:41","date_gmt":"2016-10-28T18:45:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/idsunmedia.com\/?p=9191"},"modified":"2016-10-28T18:45:41","modified_gmt":"2016-10-28T18:45:41","slug":"lets-have-a-safe-halloween","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/woodriverweekly.com\/index.php\/2016\/10\/28\/lets-have-a-safe-halloween\/","title":{"rendered":"Let\u2019s Have a Safe Halloween!"},"content":{"rendered":"

BY ST. LUKE\u2019S WOOD RIVER<\/span><\/p>\n

H<\/span>alloween is a fun holiday for the whole family. But safety should always be your top concern as little witches, zombies, and superheroes roam the neighborhood after dark. Follow these tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics.<\/span><\/p>\n

Get ready.<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Make your home safe for trick-or-treaters. Replace outside burned-out lightbulbs, and remove anything a child could trip over such as toys, bikes, and lawn decorations.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Place your pumpkin on a sturdy table, away from curtains and other flammable objects, and not on a porch or any path where visitors may pass close by. Consider using a flashlight or glow stick instead of a candle.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Consider giving out non-food treats, such as coloring books or pens and pencils.<\/span><\/p>\n

What to wear?<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Wear face paint or makeup instead of a mask, which can restrict vision.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span>\u2022 Wear a light-colored, flame-retardant costume decorated with reflective tape or stickers.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Wear sturdy shoes that fit well to prevent trips and falls.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 If a sword, cane or stick is part of a costume, make sure it\u2019s not sharp or long. <\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Don\u2019t use decorative contact lenses without a prescription. They can cause pain, inflammation, and serious eye disorders and infections.<\/span><\/p>\n

Trick-or-treating<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Only trick-or-treat in familiar areas that are well lit.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Carry a flashlight or glow stick to increase visibility.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Only go to homes with a porch light on, and never enter a home or car for a treat.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Carry a cellphone for quick communication.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Review with children how to call 911 if they have an emergency or become lost.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Walk\u2014don\u2019t run\u2013\u2013and never dart out into the street.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Cross streets at corners; use signals and crosswalks. <\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Walk on sidewalks or paths, or as far to the left as possible.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Make eye contact with drivers and watch for cars that are turning or backing up.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 If you\u2019re driving, slow down and exercise even more caution than usual.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 If older children are going alone, plan and review their route, and agree on a specific time when they should return home.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Inspect your children\u2019s treats before they eat them.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2022 Ration treats for the days and weeks following Halloween.<\/span><\/p>\n

It\u2019s your life. <\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

We help you live it.<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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