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Summertime temperatures put all of us at greater risk for heat injury, especially when we exercise. A heat injury can range from mild dehydration to severe and life-threatening heat stroke.
Distracted driving is a growing problem, especially among young people. Of particular concern is the growth of texting while driving. Learn more about the importance of enforcing strict driving rules for your teenagers.
With summer baseball and softball leagues in full swing, the risk for sports injury is at its peak. Learn more about how to keep your team healthy this summer.
Kids love playgrounds. Climbing, swinging, and sliding are fun and healthy activities for children. Of course, kids find new — and not always safe — ways for using playground equipment.
Lawnmowers are a huge help in keeping our yards looking nice all summer. They can also be very dangerous. Each year in the U.S., thousands of people are injured while mowing their lawns.
Every year, many swimmers are injured because they do not pay attention to safety tips. There are many things you can do to prevent swimming and diving injuries.
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