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Don't feel the burn: Stay safe from heat injuries
In 2021, U.S. emergency rooms treated more than 193,000 burn injuries caused by an array of products, ranging from cooking devices to fireworks and space heaters.
Feb 13, 2023
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News tagged with fire safety
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Why we need to treat wildfire as a public health issue in California
Deadly fires across California over the past several years have shown how wildfire has become a serious public health and safety issue. Health effects from fires close to or in populated areas range from smoke exposure to ...
Oct 15, 2019
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Put fire safety at the top of your to-do holiday list
(HealthDay)—A horrific 2011 Christmas Day fire killed five people, including three young sisters, in their Stamford, Conn., home.
Dec 22, 2018
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Staying warm, cozy and safe by the fire
(HealthDay)—Holiday gatherings might not seem complete without a warm crackling fire, but when a get-together includes kids, safety needs to be on everyone's mind.
Dec 25, 2017
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Don't spoil the holidays by ignoring fire safety
While the holidays should be a time of joy, there are many potential fire hazards that could ruin them if people don't take adequate precautions to protect themselves, said Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service experts.
Nov 23, 2016
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Play it safe cooking the Thanksgiving feast
(HealthDay)—While cooking your Thanksgiving feast this Thursday, remember that the risk of fire and burns is high during the holiday, an expert says.
Nov 24, 2015
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Simple ways to prevent fireworks injuries
(HealthDay)—Many Fourth of July fireworks-related injuries could be prevented with some common sense, according to experts who advise people to avoid using fireworks at home—even if they're legal.
Jul 3, 2013
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