Most children struck by cars due to jaywalking, darting into street |
It's among every parent's worst nightmares: You turn your back for just a second, and suddenly your child is in the middle of the street. According to a new study, those worries are not unfounded: Jaywalking and darting into the street are the most common reasons children are struck by vehicles, according to a study released at the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) National Conference and Exhibition in New Orleans.
More than 5,000 Americans of all ages are struck and killed by cars every year, and many more accidents lead to significant head injuries. And according to the California...
Advertisement |
|