The Henry and Stark County Health Departments, together with First Choice Healthcare, are encouraging families to make safety the top priority this Halloween. Parents are urged to keep sick children at home and to promote frequent hand washing or hand sanitizer use. Most accidents arise not from spooky mischief but from trips, falls, and traffic. Motorists should be alert for young trick-or-treaters, especially at dusk. Costumes should be short to prevent tripping and feature reflective tape for visibility. Children under 12 should be accompanied by adults, visit familiar neighborhoods, and avoid entering strangers’ homes. More tips are available at henrystarkhealth.com or on Facebook, Instagram, or X (Twitter).
