Dr. Alida Fiamengo, DO, discusses youth mountain bike and eBike safety. Always wear a properly fitted, safety-approved helmet. Children under 12 shouldn’t ride bikes over 10 miles per hour, as recommended by the Consumer Product Safety Commission. Follow road rules, ride on the right, and avoid distractions.
In this episode, Dr. Alida Fiamengo, DO, shares summer safety tips for youth. She discusses sun protection and recommends UPF 50 sunscreen and loose clothing for children six months and up. If a child looks flushed, move them to shade and hydrate. For the woods, she recommends using bug spray with less than 15% DEET and covering up with long clothes.
