‘Tis the season for holiday gatherings, delicious treats and special
traditions. Unfortunately it’s also one of the busiest times for
urgent care and emergency rooms too. “Amidst the craziness of the
holiday season, parents might fail to notice something that may lead to
injury that could have been prevented,” said Nurse Practitioner,
Carrie Herman of
Catawba Valley Family Medicine – Taylorsville. “Naturally there is an increase in activities for a family this
time of year, but we encourage parents to stay aware of the potential hazards.
Here are 6 tips Carrie Herman recommends to help keep your family safe
and healthy this holiday season:
- Never leave children in a room with lighted candles; keep candles at least
12 inches away from anything that can burn
- Keep matches, lighters and all flames out of reach of children
- If you have a live tree, make sure the stand stays filled with water; artificial
trees should be marked “fire-resistant”
- Keep all alcohol out of the reach of children
- Keep mistletoe and holly berries out of the reach of children; they can
be toxic if too much is ingested
- Choose the prefect toy for the right age and keep an eye on small pieces
, like button batteries that may be included in electronic toys
Following these safety tips can help insure you spend your holidays injury-free
but still festive. For more information on Holiday Safety or to make an
appointment with Carrie Herman of
Catawba Valley Family Medicine – Taylorsville located at 50 Macedonia Church Rd Suite A , please call 828.632.7076.