Lithuanian Parents Urged to Strengthen Child Safety at Home and Online

Experts in Lithuania stress that a trusting, open relationship between children and adults is the cornerstone of safety, whether online or in health emergencies. Child‑rights advocate Dr Rūta Latinytė advises parents to maintain daily conversations, ask simple questions about a child’s online activities, and teach critical thinking to recognize misinformation and algorithmic bias.

Pharmacists also warn of serious medical signs that require immediate hospital care. They highlight high fever above 39 °C, prolonged illness, dehydration signs such as infrequent urination or lethargy, and breathing difficulties as red flags. Proper dosing of ibuprofen (10 mg/kg) and paracetamol (15 mg/kg) is emphasized, along with the need for regular fluid intake.

Together, the guidance aims to empower Lithuanian families to detect and respond promptly to both digital risks and physical health threats affecting children.