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How to Protect Your Eyes During the Total Solar Eclipse
A Michigan Medicine ophthalmologist and retinal surgeon shares advice for viewing the total solar eclipse safely, including what to look for in eye protection.
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Don’t Get Burned by These 8 Sunscreen Mistakes
Avoid common sunscreen mistakes with these 8 tips for properly using sunscreen, including how to pick an SPF, when to apply it and how much sunblock to use.
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How Parents Can Help Teens Avoid Distracted Driving
Teens and distracted driving can be fatal. Here are ways to prevent distractions like texting and driving and other teen safe driving tips.
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Stay Safe at Summer Festivals with These Simple Tips
Summer fairs and festivals are in full swing. Two brothers with ties to such gatherings — one an artist, the other an emergency physician — offer tips to safely enjoy alfresco events.
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Watch Out for These 5 Summer Eye Dangers
Discover common summertime eye dangers and get tips for protecting your eyesight when engaging in outdoor activities like swimming, yardwork and more.
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8 Boat Safety Tips That Can Save Lives
Before hitting the lake, keep in mind these 8 boat safety tips including proper boat safety equipment and how to avoid common injuries and hazards when on the water.
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3 Ways Athletic Trainers Help Competitors Perform Their Best
These trained professionals work to prevent and treat injuries during practice and competition and can assist in a variety of other situations.
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6 Water Safety Rules Parents and Kids Should Know Before Diving In
As temperatures warm up, parents should refresh their knowledge of pool safety. These 6 tips from Michigan Medicine will help promote water safety for kids all summer.
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9 Essential Lawn Mower Safety Rules to Know Before You Mow
Follow these lawn mowing safety tips to avoid a trip to the emergency room. Lawn mower safety may seem obvious, but these hazards are often overlooked despite easy avoidance.
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How to Avoid a Heart Attack While Shoveling Snow
People with hypertension or diabetes are at a greater risk of having a heart attack shoveling snow. See our tips to avoid a snow shoveling heart attack.
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Study: Double-Digit Rise in Head Injuries After Michigan Helmet Law Repeal
Since the Michigan helmet law repeal in 2012, motorcycle head injuries are up 14% & skull fractures are up 38%. Get more information on the helmet law change.
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10 Safety Tips for Fall Yardwork
It's the time of year for fall yard work & autumn yard clean up. See our list of fall safety tips like wearing eye protection, gloves, & hearing protection.
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Why Sleep Positioners Put Babies at Risk
U-M pediatrician warns against using sleep positioners & sleep wedges for infants. See her recommendations for SIDS prevention & how to create a safe baby crib.
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6 Reasons Schools Need to Run AED Drills
Automated external defibrillators are in schools around the country, but AED practice is still needed. See the importance of AED drills before a cardiac arrest.