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Lisa Nicole Sharwood, Public health and injury epidemiologist | Expert Witness, University of Sydney

Giant tube slides and broken legs: why the latest playground craze is a serious hazard

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Child’s play involves risk and challenge, a vital part of development. Failing, falling and picking yourself up again are crucial life lessons. But children also need to be protected from severe and lifelong injury.

As the latest evolution in exciting play, numerous giant tube slides have been introduced around Australia. However, several of them have caused serious injuries within weeks of their installation.

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