Rising Hospitalizations: Ceiling Fans Pose Risk to Children, Doctor Warns

A study published in Pediatrics reveals that over 20,500 children have been injured by ceiling fans between 2013 and 2021, with approximately 2,300 children treated for head injuries caused by ceiling fans in US emergency rooms each year. The study found that injuries occurred most frequently in children under 1 year old and at 4 years old, with children under 3 years old having twice the risk of injury. Lacerations were the most common injury, but more serious injuries like concussions and skull fractures were also reported. Experts warn that many ceiling fan injuries likely go unreported, emphasizing the importance of monitoring children for signs of head injury and seeking medical attention when necessary.