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E-Bikes Are Not Toys: An Appeal From a Law Enforcement Leader

August 28, 2026

This article was originally published in the State of Our Children 360 newsletter, a publication from the Guilds Center for Community Health that shares some of the most pressing issues facing kids through the lens of those who are involved, impacted or providing…

Children ride e-bikes and e-scooters at a press conference in Fresno.

E-Bikes: Addressing an Increasing Concern in Pediatric Trauma

August 21, 2026

This article was originally published in the State of Our Children 360 newsletter, a publication from the Guilds Center for Community Health that shares some of the most pressing issues facing kids through the lens of those who are involved, impacted or providing…

Child playing in the pool. Wearing orange life jacket, smiling with thumbs up.

Experts Warn of Drowning Risks Ahead of Holiday Weekend

May 18, 2026

MADERA, Calif. – Experts at Valley Children’s are emphasizing the need for families to take proactive steps to keep children safe around pools, lakes, rivers and other bodies of water. The push for awareness comes ahead of Memorial Day weekend, when…

Valley Children’s Coordinator Honored for Safety Work With Fresno Students

May 15, 2026

FRESNO, Calif. – Kristina Pasma, an injury prevention coordinator with Valley Children’s Healthcare, was honored for her impact in the community at the 29th Annual Fresno Compact Luncheon. Pasma, who has worked at Valley Children’s for 24 years, was honored…

Officials Urge E-Bike Safety as Youth Injuries Rise in Central Valley

May 6, 2026

FRESNO, Calif. – As youth injuries from e-bikes continue to rise on both a national and local level, health and safety leaders gathered at Bullard High School to bring attention to the dangers of riding without proper preparation and protection. Officials…

Carlist Harbin holds his "Friend of Safe Kids" award outside of Valley Children's Hospital.

‘Hidden Gem’ of Valley Children’s Earns Special Honor for Injury Prevention Work

January 29, 2026

MADERA, Calif. – Safe Kids Central California has recognized Carlist Harbin, a unit aide at Valley Children’s, with the 2025 Friend of Safe Kids Award for his ongoing work to support child passenger safety in Fresno and Madera counties. The award…

Students at Bullard High School participate in the Stop the Bleed event.

Valley Children’s and Bullard High Team Up for Lifesaving Schoolwide Training

November 26, 2025

FRESNO, Calif. – More than 1,500 students and 30 staff members at Bullard High School were trained in lifesaving bleeding control techniques during a three-day event, part of the Stop the Bleed initiative. Held November 12-14, the event was a…