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Falls: Over 330,000 children hospitalized in Brazil in 10 years

In the first half of 2026 alone, nearly 15,000 children under the age of 10 were hospitalized following falls. From 2016 to 2025, the total reached 330,000 hospitalizations, an average of 33,000 per year. The data stem from a survey by the Brazilian Society of Pediatrics (SBP) based on records from the Hospital Information System of Brazil’s national public health system, the SUS. Notícias relacionadas:Brazil: Hypertension affects 28% of children, adolescents.Over 30 million Brazilian children are exposed to climate risks.According to the SBP, accidents are among the situations that require the greatest attention from families and caregivers, as most can be prevented by adopting simple safety measures. The organization recommends focusing on the early identification of risks in every environment where children play, study, and move about. In this regard, it is essential to consider the different stages of child development and implement safety measures appropriate to each child’s age and abilities. Taking extra precautions The data show that, from 2016 to 2025, falls were most common among children aged 5 to 9, with 193,800 cases recorded. According to the Brazilian Society of Pediatrics, children at this age become more active, running, playing in parks, using playground equipment, and participating in sports, even though their balance and motor coordination skills are still developing. Children aged 1 to 4 accounted for 110,100 hospitalizations, while 26,700 cases were recorded among infants under 1 year of age. For this youngest age group, the organization highlighted falls from beds, which accounted for 3,700 incidents.