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  • Article - 3 Minute Read

    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

    snow tubing
  • Article - 4 Minute Read

    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

    Learn how to treat and prevent hypothermia
  • Article - 2 Minute Read

    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

    kids skating
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  • Article - 2 Minute Read

    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

    couple in winter
  • Video

    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

    Learn how to prevent and treat frostbite when you're out in the cold

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