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Safety on the Slopes: Sledding and Snow Tubing Tips

January 14, 2016

Wintertime activities, like sledding or snow tubing, can lead to injuries. Discover some sledding safety tips to keep your kids out of harm's way. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine
Categorized as: Family Health, Safety, Sports Medicine
Tagged with: concussion, frostbite, head and neck injuries, head injury, hypothermia, serious injuries, significant head injuries, skull fractures, sledding, sports medicine
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How to Prevent Hypothermia: Symptoms and Causes

January 9, 2016

Hypothermia can strike at any time: Ensure your first aid kit is ready. Learn about hypothermia symptoms and causes and how you can treat it with first aid. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Trauma & Emergency Medicine
Categorized as: Safety
Tagged with: cold-weather injuries, CPR, frostbite, hypothermia
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Keeping Your Kids Active In the Winter

January 19, 2015

See our tips below for fun indoor—and a few outdoor for those who wish to brave the cold—ideas for keeping your kids active in the winter. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics
Categorized as: Fitness, Pediatrics
Tagged with: active, basketball, bowling, energy, exercise, frostbite, gymnastics, ice skating, kids, skiing, snowboarding, soccer, swimming, wellness center, winter, winter sports teams
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How Cold Weather Affects Your Heart and Circulatory System

October 29, 2014

Wonder why your chest hurts or heart rate changes when it gets cold outside? Find out why and learn how to protect your heart in the chilly winter months. Read More

Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute
Categorized as: Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness
Tagged with: circulatory system, cold weather, depression, frostbite, frostnip, heart, hypothermia, non-alcoholic beverages, shiver
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Tips for Frostbite Prevention: Staying Safe in Extreme Cold

January 10, 2014

Read this guide to understand the risks and warning signs for frostbite and learn how to perform first aid on someone who is frostbitten. Watch Now

Medically Reviewed by Pediatrics
Categorized as: Pediatrics, Safety
Tagged with: below freezing, burning sensation, cold weather, dress in layers, early frostbite, frostbite, frostbitten skin, hard skin, moisture-reducing winter sportswear, moisture-resistant outerwear, numb, risk, severe frostbite, snow, sweater, thermal underwear, warm clothing

Safety on the Slopes: Sledding and Snow Tubing Tips

How to Prevent Hypothermia: Symptoms and Causes

Keeping Your Kids Active In the Winter

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