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Why are Sparklers so Dangerous?
Playing with sparklers requires great care. Sparklers seem like the perfect "starter" firework for kids. The joy on children's faces as they write their names in the dark makes them a tempting treat. June 1 through July 4 is National …
Five Tips for Travel Health and Safety
Keep travel an enriching experience by staying well. Summer is almost here, and a lot of us take advantage of the warm weather to visit family or explore new places. What could keep us from having a blast? Illness or …
Three Water Safety Rules to Share with Children
Help put a stop to swimming accidents by communicating rules to your kids. We love to watch our children splash and play, but swimming also comes with the risk of drowning. The following rules apply to pools, the beach or …
Do I Need to See a Neurosurgeon?
Learn more about the conditions and disorders neurosurgeons treat at Denton Regional Medical Center. A quick guess about neurosurgery and most assume it involves surgery on the brain. But you might be surprised by how many conditions are treated by …
What to Expect from Stroke Rehabilitation
After stroke, neurological rehabilitation can help make you stronger and more independent. When a stroke patient regains skills, both they and their caretakers benefit enormously. This May is National Stroke Awareness Month, so let's take a look at the neurological rehabilitation …
How Can Stretching Reduce Arthritis Pain?
Defy arthritis pain by staying limber. When you experience arthritis pain, it's tempting to roll up in a ball and go back to bed. Although the pain in your body may be screaming for you to sit down and remain …
What Should I Do if I am Bitten by a Snake?
Be prepared in case of a snake bite with these helpful guidelines. Snake bites are rare because, typically, snakes flee at the sight of humans. That said, it's important to know what to do in the event of an accident. …
Grill Safety Checklist
Grilling should mean juicy meals on warm summer days, not danger. Protect your family with these tips. Where there's fire, there's safety risk. A simple mistake during a moment of distraction can be life threatening. Be deliberate and think twice …
Medication Safety Tips: Dosing, Labels and Directions
Use these guidelines to navigate medications with confidence. Pharmaceutical products solve many health problems, but they require careful attention. Here are some top tips for making medications work for us. Organize. Keep a list of all current medications inside your …
Pregnancy Pains and Symptoms: When To Worry
When it comes to the health of you and your baby, listen to your body. It's normal to become extra sensitive to our bodies' feelings when we're pregnant. When a bad case of the flu feels more like a pregnancy-related …

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