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 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. General Hospital 2-week spoilers for June 30 - July 11, 2025 see Drew Cain Quartermaine is going to be doubling down on dastardly and rotten things, and Rocco Falceroni is completely shocked. As the July 4th holiday week kicks off, here's a list of fireworks shows across the Chicago suburbs and beyond. Thursday, July 3 Aurora Fireworks in Aurora will be at 9 p.m. on July 3, with the July Fourth brings increased emergency room visits due to fireworks injuries, food poisoning, and heat-related illnesses, posing challenges for Long Island doctors. The 49th annual Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks show is promised to be the brightest yet. Getty Images More than 30 different colors and patterns are prepared, alongside 11 new effects planned With the Fourth of July falling this Friday, July 4, viewers are wondering if Young and Restless, Bold and Beautiful. Beyond the Gates, General Hospital, and Days of Our Lives will be new Dr. Juthani outlines the top four causes of ER visits seen throughout the Fourth of July holiday. Heat strokes are caused by prolonged exposure to high temperatures and can be life threatening if not treated promptly. ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB) - As the 4th of July approaches, CHRISTUS St. Frances Cabrini Hospital is reminding families that fireworks, while a fun tradition on Independence Day, carry serious risks Several newborns at San Antonio's Methodist Hospital sport patriotic outfits for their July 4th births. PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) – This year, the 4th of July falls on a Friday. There are plenty of celebrations planned across the WAVY viewing area. Featuring everything from live music, food trucks Here are the top 10 product-related dangers during the July Fourth weekend, ranked by increase in hospital visits compared with normal spring and summer weekends, according to our data. Medical experts warn about July 4th health hazards, as ERs see peak visits from fireworks injuries, alcohol accidents, burns, heat exhaustion and drowning. The City of Rogers Fourth of July fireworks display will launch from the Mercy Trailhead and will be visible across much of Rogers. Recommended lots for the best viewing include the Promenade Mall, Mercy Hospital, Rogers Convention Center, and Hunt Tower. NYC’s Top July 4th Fireworks Viewing Spots—Free Events, Rooftop Bars & Secret Locations We've hand-picked the best places to view the patriotic fireworks in NYC this year! 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. Planning out your 2025 Fourth of July? Here's what we know about celebrations happening across the Indianapolis area. HIGHLAND HEIGHTS, Ohio — The Fourth of July holiday is a celebratory time for so many of us. But for our four-legged friends—it can be highly dangerous and stressful. In fact, some local 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. Firework injuries are being more common, which include burns and lacerations. Here are ways to stay safe and avoid a visit to the ER on July 4th.
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