CELEBRATE THE 4th OF JULY SAFELY
CELEBRATE THE 4th OF JULY SAFELY
A few precautions can help protect your family this holiday
CELEBRATE THE 4th OF JULY SAFELY
A few precautions can help protect your family this holiday
The Fourth of July means spending time outdoors at cookouts, parades, and fireworks shows, which means fun for everyone; however, Patient First physicians would like to remind you to take a few precautions that can help you celebrate the holiday safely.
Protect your skin from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays using these tips:
Always use a broad spectrum sunscreen with a minimum of 30 SPF, even when it is cloudy. Reapply at least every two hours.
Avoid uninterrupted sun exposure between 10am and 4pm whenever possible.
Cover up when you can with long-sleeved shirts and pants.
Hats are fine, but remember baseball caps won’t protect your ears and neck from the sun.
Fireworks are spectacular, however, they can cause serious injuries. Here are 5 tips from the National Safety Council to help protect yourself.
Sparklers cause most fireworks injuries. They burn at high temperatures, and can cause severe burns. Do not let small children handle sparklers, and dispose of burned out sparklers in a bucket of water.
Stay away from ground based “sparkler” devices. If one does not go off as expected, douse the device with water before approaching.
Distance is important at public fireworks displays. Do not get too close to the launch site in case something goes wrong.
Do not pick up fireworks debris at these displays.
Just like drinking and driving, fireworks and alcohol do not mix.
All Patient First Medical Centers are open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. every day of the year, including holidays. Patient First provides non-appointment urgent care for routine injuries and illnesses, primary care for patients who do not have a regular physician, as well as telehealth services. Each Patient First center has on-site digital x-ray, on-site laboratory, and on-site prescription medication. Patient First currently operates medical centers in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland and Virginia.
Contact: George Yanoshik
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George.Yanoshik@patientfirst.com
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