ER doctors reveal the most common July 4th injuries and the simple steps you can take to stay safe this holiday. Don’t let your celebration end in the ER. Rosalyn Sphinx and her stepdad Dick Chibble are hosting a Fourth of July bbq for Dick's friend and his stepdaughter Whitney Wright. Medical experts warn about July 4th health hazards, as ERs see peak visits from fireworks injuries, alcohol accidents, burns, heat exhaustion and drowning. Long summer days, sparklers in little hands, and fireworks lighting up the night sky — there’s nothing quite like the 4th of July with family! Whether you’re looking for big booms, patriotic parades, or unique local events, Cincinnati and Dayton are bursting with kid-friendly fun. Concerts, fireworks, and family fun with live music to celebrate Independence Day around Winston-Salem and Forsyth County. Here’s what we learned. Only 5% of respondents said that they (or someone in their immediate family) had been injured on the 4th of July. Of those over 6% required hospitalization, 35% were treated in the ER, and over 25% were treated in an urgent care. Barmparas says heat stroke, drowning, motor vehicle trauma and face and body trauma from improper use of fireworks are the most common ailments and injuries he has seen over the July Fourth Events Fourth of July 2025 in Houston: Here are 10 celebratory events around the region The slate of local events features live music, food and drinks, family-friendly activities and, of course WEST VIRGINIA (WVNS) – The Fourth of July can be one of the busiest days of the year, particularly for first responders. While most folks will be enjoying their Independence Day celebrations on According to the Pew Research Center, more than 45,000 people visit the emergency room between July 4 and 5, more than at any other time of the year, and it's not just because of fireworks injuries. Last Fourth of July alone, four children were admitted with injuries so severe they required amputations. While burns are the most common fireworks-related injuries, the hospital also sees blast wounds, shrapnel-like punctures, eye trauma, and ruptured eardrums. Staying Out of the Emergency Room This 4th of July The Fourth of July holiday is a time for fireworks, fun and freedom — and it’s also a good time to make safety a priority. Emergency Medicine Physician Jon Femling, MD, PhD, at The University of New Mexico Hospital said Fourth of July is one of the busiest times in his line of work, because as dazzling as fireworks appear, they can also be July Fourth brings increased emergency room visits due to fireworks injuries, food poisoning, and heat-related illnesses, posing challenges for Long Island doctors. The Fourth of July is a blast for people. But for pets, it can be a dangerous time of year. From the loud fireworks, to potentially killer picnic food – even a fun celebration can quickly turn The Fourth of July is a time to celebrate, but it’s also statitically the most dangerous day of the year. While families gather for fireworks, barbecues, road trips, and beach outings, thousands end up in emergency rooms due to preventable accidents.
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