National:

• Choking is the fourth leading cause of unintentional injury death in the U.S. (National Safety Council – Injury Facts)
• 5,553 people died from choking in 2022 (National Safety Council – Injury Facts)
• Among children treated in emergency rooms for non-fatal choking incidents, almost 60% were food-related. (SafeKids Worldwide)
• Overall, 13% of cases involved swallowing coins and 19% involved candy or gum. (SafeKids Worldwide)

Choking Safety Tips and Resources:

• Choking Prevention and Rescue Tips
• Choking Signs and Safety for Parents
• Choking: First Aid and Prevention