Springtime is often known for rain showers and wild flowers, but in Alaska Spring is usually a bit different. Spring, more commonly known as Breakup in Alaska, brings a number of weather changes. With extreme variations in temperatures, extended daylight, and the occasional snow storm comes a medley of seasonal obstacles. Expanding potholes, flooded yards and ditches, and a mix of … [Read more...]
Pediatric Electrical Burn Injuries
With public schools across Alaska closing for the remaining portion of the 2019-2020 school year, child burn injuries are an increasing concern. The most common burn injury for children involves scalding hot water but another major concern is electrical burns. It is up to parents to be educated and alert to protect children from all types of burn injuries. Electrical Injuries From … [Read more...]
Distracted Driving Awareness Month
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month and attempts have been made to change driver behaviors through legislation, enforcement, public awareness, and education. We've all seen signs or heard the commercials reminding drivers that using a cell phone while driving is both dangerous and against the law. Using a cell phone while behind the wheel is absolutely one of the biggest … [Read more...]
Stress Awareness Month
April is Stress Awareness Month. It is to raise awareness about how to deal with stress and anxiety. The Health Resource Network, Inc. has sponsored Stress Awareness Month every year since 1992. Each year, healthcare professionals all over the country use April as a time to increase public awareness about causes and treatments of stress. What is Stress? Stress is the body’s … [Read more...]
Pediatric Burn Injuries From Scalding Water
The pediatric unit of a burn center makes it evident that many burn injuries experienced by young children are due to scalding hot water. Statistics support this conclusion, since 85% of burns for children under four years old are from two causes: scald burns or contact burns. Since the coronavirus has children all over the country out of school and in quarantine, burn injuries are an … [Read more...]
Z – National Alcohol Facts
National Drugs and Alcohol Facts week provides education and awareness of harmful substances to youth in America. In support of alcohol awareness and education week, we encourage you to become knowledgeable of the consequences of alcohol abuse. Share any information you find on social media by using the hashtag #ShatterTheMyths. Alcohol Facts Alcohol has many negative impacts when … [Read more...]
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