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Proper precautions must be taken in the pursuit of candy.

If you’re planning to take your kids trick-or-treating on Halloween this year, then you already know the potential dangers that can come about. Take a look at these tips and facts to ensure safety and fun the night of Halloween.

Children are two times more likely to be in a traffic accident on Halloween than on any other day of the year. Last year, nearly 16,000 people across the U.S. went to the ER last year for Halloween-related injuries.

Focusing on the simple ways to protect your child will ensure that both you and your kids have a happy Halloween. Roughly 41 million American children will be trick-or-treating this Halloween and it’s estimated that 63 percent of them will not have a flashlight in tow. But there are several other ways to keep your wits about you this upcoming holiday!

  • Make sure the candy your child receives is sealed
  • Be cautious of houses with no lights on
  • Go through the entire bag of candy before you start snacking to avoid allergies or foreign objects
  • Limit trick-or-treating to your neighborhood, a well-known neighborhood, or a neighborhood where you’re familiar with the residents
  • Put a name tag and phone number on your kids’ costumes
  • Kids under 12 should be accompanied by an adult
  • Provide your child with a cell phone that they know how to use or in case they need to dial 911 in the event of an emergency
  • For kids with food allergies, always carry an EpiPen and skip candy that doesn’t come with a label

Regarding food allergies, it’s important to note that fun-sized candy can often have different ingredients than regular-sized candy. And while tampering is rare, throw away any candy that looks suspicious.

Be safe and have a Happy Halloween!