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Halloween safety: Tips for trick-or-treaters

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Children love Halloween because of the costumes and treats. But the holiday also brings serious safety risks. Kids are twice as likely to be hit by a car on Halloween as they are other nights of the year. Burns and cuts also are common on Halloween, and then there are problems caused by candy.

Halloween can be safely enjoyed — especially when parents put care into planning and supervision. Follow these tips to keep your family safe.

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