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Category Archives: Injury Prevention
Simulation 2.0: A Test Lab for Health Care Transformation
Ted James, MD, Director of the Clinical Simulation Laboratory, provides an update on what to expect from the “Sim Lab” in 2013. What does simulation have to do with health care reform? More than you may think. Health care is … Continue reading
Putting the Freeze on Frostbite
What do ice fishers, small babies and the homeless have in common? They are all at increased risk for frostbite. Anyone with excessive exposure to cold is at risk: ice fishers or hunters sit for prolonged periods in the cold; … Continue reading
Keeping Safety in Mind This Winter
It is still fall according to the calendar, and already the mountain tops to the east and west are covered with a beautiful white frosting of snow. This certainly reminds us of why we love living in Vermont! But, this … Continue reading
Posted in Falls, Head Injury, Helmet Safety, Injury Prevention, Safety Tips, Sports Injury, Uncategorized
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Dealing with Dog Bites: Statistics, Treatments, and Tips for Avoiding Bites Altogether
Some of the most distressing but common injuries that I treat are those resulting from a dog’s bite. Some interesting statistics on dog bites: Every 40 seconds, someone in the United States seeks medical attention for a dog bite. Dog … Continue reading
Posted in Injury Prevention, M.D, Pets, Physicians, Plastic Surgery, Safety Tips
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It’s Flu Season: Protect Yourself and Others – Get Vaccinated!
Editor’s Note: We first ran this post last year, but due to its timeliness we’re running it again today. We encourage Fletcher Allen employees and the general public to receive the flu vaccination to protect themselves and others. Influenza is … Continue reading
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