Clinic in the Park

06/18/2026

Summer is here! Staying hydrated and drinking plenty of water is always important, but it matters even more when it’s hot outside. Here are a few tips to help make drinking water fun for the whole family. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3xeeEZT

06/16/2026

06/16/2026

Join us on Tuesday, June 30th via Zoom from 1:00-2:00 PM about The Youth E-Bike Health and Safety Crisis.

This presentation provides an overview of the growing youth e-bike health and safety crisis. It reviews current trends in e-bike injury incidence and common injury patterns, including trauma severity, high-risk populations, and factors contributing to emergency department visits and hospitalizations.

The session also explores underlying reasons for e-bike crashes, such as increased speeds, rider inexperience, distracted riding, infrastructure limitations, and inconsistent helmet use. Finally, participants will discuss evidence-based injury prevention strategies and community resources, including safety education, helmet promotion, policy initiatives, and approaches to counseling patients and families on safe e-bike practices

06/16/2026

📣 Look before you lock! Never leave infants, children or pets in an unattended parked car, especially during hot summer days. Even if the windows are open or it feels cool outside, temperatures inside a car can rise almost 20 degrees within the first 10 minutes. Always check to make sure everyone is out of the car before locking the door and walking away.

📲 Learn more: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/EPO/Pages/Extreme%20Heat%20Pages/Children-and-Heat-Related-Illness.aspx.

06/05/2026

Summer is upon us, and playgrounds are a great place for children to stay active, build confidence, and have fun, but they can also be a common source of injuries.

Falls, cuts, sprains, and even head injuries can happen when equipment isn't used properly or when play areas aren't adequately maintained. Fortunately, a few simple precautions can go a long way in helping keep kids safe.

Before your next trip to the playground, take a moment to review these important safety tips. Supervising children, choosing age-appropriate equipment, checking playground surfaces, and ensuring proper footwear can help prevent many common injuries.

If your child experiences a playground injury or you're concerned about a bump, fall, or sports-related injury, ActiveKidMD is here to help keep them healthy, active, and ready for their next adventure.

06/05/2026

06/04/2026

Read a new article that has just been published in the American College of Surgeons regarding e-bike safety. One of the authors is Clinic in the Park founder Dr. Phyllis Agran.

Rising pediatric e-bike injuries mirror motor vehicle trauma due to gaps in US federal regulations.

06/04/2026

June is National Safety Month!

E-bikes are fun and make getting around easier, but they’re heavier and faster than regular bikes. That means less time to react, slow down or stop, and a greater chance of losing control. If your teen rides an e-bike, a regular bike helmet might not protect them at these speeds. Choose a helmet with extra coverage, thick padding, a strong shell and increased impact protection such as MIPS to help reduce the risk of brain injury.

💡DYK: In California, riders under 18 must wear a helmet on all bikes.

Learn more:
https://www.healthychildren.org/English/tips-tools/ask-the-pediatrician/Pages/are-electric-bikes-e-bikes-safe-for-children.aspx

05/31/2026

Ready for Summer Adventures?

Summer is the perfect time for kids to stay active, explore, and make memories—but safety matters too. With a little preparation and awareness, many common summertime injuries can be prevented. Encourage kids to stay hydrated, fuel their bodies with healthy snacks, wear proper safety gear, listen to their bodies, and take breaks when needed.

A few simple habits can help keep your child safe, strong, and ready to enjoy every summer adventure.

For simple and effective tips to help prevent common summertime injuries, visit: https://activekidmd.com/preventing-common-summertime-injuries/

Have questions or concerns? The team at ActiveKidMD is always just a phone call away.