Between 2001 and 2004, roughly 500,000 people were injured in dirt biking accidents, 75% of which required hospitalization. If you or your children want to start dirt biking, these statistics can be unnerving. While you will likely crash at some point, there are ways you can safely enjoy this activity. In fact, by following a … Continued

Chances are that someone at your gym, on your kickball team, or in your running club has asthma. More than 26 million Americans do — and while it’s an entirely treatable disease, it can also be scary to watch someone having an asthma attack. Whether you have asthma or someone you love has just been … Continued

Sports encourage physical activity, strategic thinking, teamwork, and fun. However, the CDC reports that collision sports, like basketball, generate 80% of sports-related emergency room visits for children aged 5-14. Though both children and adults can suffer injuries from playing basketball, this does not mean that you should refrain from participating in the sport. Instead, you should learn about … Continued

Every year, around 136.9 million children visit the ER for various issues. It’s the last thing you ever want to imagine as a parent: something happening to your child while you have no idea what to do about it. That’s why learning about first aid and basic life support for people of all ages is … Continued

Dealing with the inconvenience of a sprained ankle can definitely take a toll on you if you don’t handle it correctly. It can also leave you in a lot of pain that you’ll be wishing you could ease immediately. But you don’t have to sit in that type of misery for long. If you’re dealing … Continued

Have you developed an ear infection and plan on waiting until it goes away by itself? Unfortunately, it’s not always that easy. The most common cause of ear infections is a blockage of the estuation tube, which controls pressure in the middle ear. Trapped bacteria results in an infection. Although it’s possible for this to … Continued

You’ve just been in an accident. You’re shaken up from the shock and you’re worried about the financial and practical hurdles that lie ahead. Despite your car’s damage, you don’t feel any pain. Why does everyone keep suggesting that you go to see a doctor? No matter how much you might want to move on … Continued

Summer may be over, but injuries from outdoor play know no season. Kayak safety is necessary to heed, especially because adding water to anything can cause all sorts of unexpected obstacles to arise. Kayak Safety Tips Kayaking often makes the list as a very dangerous water sport, with the possibility of capsizing, getting exhausted, or … Continued

For kids, summer is a blissful respite from teachers, homework, and tests — and a time to climb trees, swim, ride bikes, and explore. Many adults take time off from their jobs during the summer, too, to vacation with their families or simply enjoy the great outdoors. Yet the increased activity during summer months can … Continued