Safety message from Morecambe’s Bay Medical Group after two children died choking on food

Bay Medical Group said on their Facebook page: “BMG parents, a very important message from the great people over at the Child Accident Prevention Trust.”

The Child Accident Prevention Trust said: “Tragically, two young children have died within days of each other after choking on food. One little boy choked on a grape.

“The size and shape of whole grapes means they can block a child’s airway and can be difficult to dislodge with standard first aid techniques.

“That’s why grapes and other round foods such as cherry tomatoes, blueberries and cherries should be chopped in half lengthways and ideally in quarters before being given to children.”

Visit the choking hub to learn more about common choking hazards and what you should do in an emergency at https://capt.org.uk/choking-prevention/

It offers advice on what foods to avoid for babies and young children.