Jellyfish Envenomation
Summer is officially in full swing and we all love it! Well, my kids do get tired of hearing about all of the potential hazards that lurk around every corner, but I just have a hard time turning that part…
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Brown Recluse Spider Envenomation
Children are curious creatures. Yes, they are perplexing (well, at least my kids are), but they are also interested in exploring their environments. This curiosity can place them in harms way at times… and then they come to see you…
Vehicular Hyperthermia
Unquestionably, automobiles pose a significant health risk for both adults and children. Trauma related to car collisions are a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in children. Obviously this deserves much attention (Injury Prevention, Childhood Injury), but let us not…
Hypothermia
Well, for us in the Northern Hemisphere, the weather has finally reminded us that it is December. At times it seems as if going outside can be hazardous to your health. This is particularly true if you are a kid. …