Burns and fireworks injuries: What to do when seconds count this July 4th
From a barbecue explosion to a severe firework injury, a lot can go wrong when celebrating the Fourth of July.
Jul 3, 2025
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Wounds and Injuries: News and Research on Burns
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An ER doctor's guide to staying safe in summer heat
As summer temperatures rise, a Houston emergency room doctor is sharing important tips to help folks stay safe while outdoors.
Jun 19, 2025
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Sun safety 101: A dermatologist's advice to protect your skin
With the weather finally warming up and tempting people to get outside, a dermatologist is sharing a reminder to protect our skin from serious damage when we spend time in the sun.
Jun 17, 2025
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Floods, fires and even terrorist attacks: How ready are our hospitals to cope when disaster strikes?
Floodwaters have engulfed large parts of New South Wales, with at least one person dead and almost 50,000 evacuated after days of heavy rainfall in a "one-in-500-year" flood event. The scale of the disaster is still unfolding ...
May 22, 2025
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Pediatrician offers advice on lawn mower safety
Lawn care is a common household chore, but it comes with its own set of safety risks—particularly for children. It's important to understand the risks and take steps to ensure that a child stays safe, whether they're operating ...
May 12, 2025
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Sun safety declining in Canada amid rise in skin cancer cases
Despite decades of public health messaging, Canadians are spending more time in the sun and using less sun protection—raising alarms among researchers as melanoma cases continue to climb.
May 2, 2025
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Experts set research priorities for burn treatment in a project spanning 88 countries
Each year, more than 11 million people worldwide suffer serious life-changing burns, affecting both adults and children. The largest-ever project of its kind—the Priorities in Global Burns Research partnership, led by the ...
Apr 24, 2025
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Wildfire-linked ED encounters increased eightfold with onset of LA wildfires
The percentage of wildfire-associated emergency department encounters increased with onset of the Los Angeles County (LAC) wildfires in January 2025, according to research published in the Feb. 6 issue of the U.S. Centers ...
Feb 6, 2025
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Wildfires ignite infection risks by weakening the body's immune defenses and spreading bugs in smoke
Over the past several days, the world has watched on in shock as wildfires have devastated large parts of Los Angeles.
Jan 16, 2025
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Doctors, nurses press ahead as wildfires strain Los Angeles' health care
The rapidly spreading wildfires that have transformed much of Los Angeles County into a raging hellscape are not only upending the lives of tens of thousands of residents and business owners, but also stressing the region's ...
Jan 13, 2025
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