Hot surfaces can be tricky, because it may not be immediately obvious that a surface is hot enough to cause a burn. Learn the ways to prevent and treat contact...
Summer is here and with it is record-breaking heat. Our bodies can overheat and start to break down, just like cars do on hot days. This breakdown is known as...
School is out, the mercury is rising, and swimming season is upon us. Unfortunately, this popular summertime activity is the leading cause of death in children between the ages of...
Staying active in the summer heat can be tricky, especially in many parts of the country with consistent triple-digit temperatures. Here are some injury prevention tips to help keep you...
When you spend time outdoors, remember to wear sunscreen, a hat, and protective clothing. Even in the fall and winter, cooler days do not give us a pass on "screen...
Summer has arrived—and that means long hours of sun and fun at backyard barbecues, water parks, and ballparks. If you're out in the sun, be sure to follow these protection...
Summer is a wonderful time of year. However, fire and burn injuries do not take a summer vacation. Knowing a few safety tips and following these recommendations can help ensure...
Bodies of water—especially lakes and rivers—are contaminated with bacteria and organisms. If you swim in them, you're at a greater risk of developing an eye infection. John A. Moran Eye...
Summer is a wonderful time of year when people tend to spend a lot of time outdoors. However, with more people out and about, summer is also a time when...
The heat of summer has quickly arrived, sending families outside to enjoy the outdoors. Before heading out, it's important to plan ahead according to the activity you are participating in.
When you're enjoying the pool this summer, preventing drowning and protecting your skin from the damaging rays of the sun should be top of mind. But what about chemical burns?
When thinking of falls, many of us tend to think of slipping or falling on the ice or snow. Well, that is not entirely true. Last year, the Ï㽶ÊÓƵ of...
