December is firecrakers injury prevention month world. Fireworks accident prevention tips dc metro area personal injury law blog posted on july 15, 2015 by regan zambri long pllc just because independence day one of the most exciting and thrilling days of the year is over does not mean that families and teens are no longer at risk of fireworks related hazards and injuries. Share these everyday ems tips with your community to reduce fireworks related injuries. Eye injuries caused by fireworks doubled in last 3 years. Our caring, skilled doctors will be able to administer the best treatment and patients will benefit from short wait times in a comfortable, stateoftheart environment. On average, 250 people go to the emergency room every day with fireworks related injuries in the month around the fourth of july. Consumer product safety commission cpsc on nonoccupational fireworks related deaths and injuries, there were 600 fireworkrelated ocular injuries in the united states that occurred in the calendar month of june 22 july 22, 2012 alone and on average 230 people per day go to the emergency room in the month. Fireworks safety month injury prevention tips everyday. Dec 03, 2014 december is firecracker injury prevention month, when government agencies and private organizations launch an antifirecracker campaign to reduce injuries caused by the use of firecrackers and other pyrotechnic devices during the holiday celebration.
Read on to know a few of the ways to handle firecrackers safely according to pediatrics safety. We at paris community hospital recognize this month by offering the following facts and tips on protecting your vision. The cdc and other injury prevention partners launch public service campaigns to reduce fireworks related injuries. Contusions, lacerations and foreign bodies were the most common injuries to eyes. One fireworkrelated injury was reported between sept. Firework facts north carolinians for fireworks safety. Magdiwang nang ligtas at masaya sa kapaskuhan at bagong taon, makiisa sa community fireworks display sa inyong lugar.
December is firecrackers injury prevention month november 2226 is national consciousness week against counterfeit medicine november 25 is national consciousness day for the elimination of violence against women and children. Top 10 fireworks safety tips straight from the experts. June 28, 2017 while fireworks can be fun and exciting, they also result in thousands of trips to the emergency room. Injuries caused by fireworks are a national problem in greece too. An estimated 8,000 fireworks related injuries, or 67 percent of people treated, occurred during the one month period surrounding the fourth of july. Pdf analysis of the annual fireworksrelated injury surveillance data collected by the philippines department. Fire marshal urges fireworks safety wilmington news journal. December is firecracker injury prevention month, when government agencies and private organizations launch an antifirecracker campaign to reduce injuries caused by the use of firecrackers and. Jun 29, 2011 lh prime cebu has seen hundreds of injuries every year by the start of december.
Fireworks safety news release prevent blindness ohio. Ppt fireworks safety powerpoint presentation free to. Sep 02, 2015 the national safety council has designated the month of april as injury prevention month. Kids are fascinated with the bright colors and the spark itself, which can get as hot as 1,800 degrees, rengers said. Fireworks are synonymous with our celebration of independence day.
Tuwing sumasapit ang buwan ng disyembre, hindi lamang tayo aligaga sa paghahanda sa pasko kung hindi naghahanda rin tayo sa pagsapit ng bagong taon. Theresa ui, agency unit head at maxicare healthcare corporation. According to nfpa, each july fourth, thousands of people, most often children and teens, are injured while using consumer fireworks. The safest way to enjoy fireworks is to watch the professional displays in and around our communities. Leave fireworks to professionals fireworksrelated injuries are most common on july 4 and new years eve.
International day of person with disabilities in the philippines. For minor burns, let cool water run over the affected area or wash the injured part of the body with clean water. Health officials reiterate their call for a total ban on firecrackers. With injuries on the rise, fireworks safety is a hoi. Do light one firecracker at a time, then move away from them quickly. Fireworks injuries 2015 update by cpsc blogger june 26, 2015. Permanent scarring can occur if an injury is severe enough. Lh prime cebu has seen hundreds of injuries every year by the start of december. Fireworksrelated injury surveillance in the philippines.
Back in 2015, while on vacation in 2015, spencer was badly injured by a shellandmortar style fireworks device and lost several fingers on both hands, undergoing more than 11 surgeries, according to the cpsc report. After fireworks are done burning, douse them with plenty of water to prevent trash fire. In denmark, over a 12year period from 19951996 to 20062007, there were 4447 patients of firecracker related injuries during 2 days of new year. As doh increases the campaign as they celebrate firecrackers injury prevention month on december 1, let us all join in ensuring that this information is shared. Due to the excessive heat generated by fireworks, burns are common injuries, but bruises, bumps and cuts can also occur if you are not careful. June 2015 month alphabetical fireworks safety month junejuly home safety month national safety month weekday chronological national cpr and aed awareness week june 17 mens health week june 1521 lightning safety awareness week june 2127 july 2015 eye injury prevention month fireworks safety month junejuly uv safety month. Injuries from fireworks accounted for 11,900 emergency room visits and 11 deaths in 2015. Injury prevention health observances 2015 below is a comprehensive list of injury preventionrelated both unintentional and intentional health observances for 2015. Although july is usually associated with independence day, it is also eye injury prevention month. If an injury to the eyes does occur, permanent damage or even blindness could result. Make the choice to protect yourself and your family from fireworks injuries. Consumer product safety commission cpsc, 2015 was the worst year for fireworks injuries in at least 15 years. December is firecracker injury prevention month, when government agencies and private organizations launch an antifirecracker campaign to reduce injuries caused by the use of firecrackers.
Skip directly to site content skip directly to page options skip directly to az link centers for disease control and prevention. This site contains a weekly literature update of recent journal articles and agency reports, injury data for every u. Consumer product safety commission says 8,000 people were treated in u. July, 2015 is eye injury prevention month tampa bay eye. Fireworks safety month 1 mens health month 2 3 4 safe kids indiana injury prevention confer. This measure would designate june 21, 2015, through july 21, 2015, as fireworks safety month and would encourage the department of forestry and fire protection and local fire protection agencies to educate members of the public about the risks of improperly using fireworks, including fireworks that have been approved as safe and sane. Sep 01, 2010 show your support for national childhood injury prevention week with promotional products from epromos. Analysis of the annual fireworksrelated injury surveillance data. This celebration can quickly turn into tragedy with the improper use of fireworks. December is firecracker injury prevention month in cavite. Accidental eye injury is one of the leading causes of visual impairment in the united states. President rodrigo duterte has issued an executive order limiting firecrackers to community fireworks displays to hopefully avoid injuries. At least 11 people were killed by fireworks last year, according to the commission, including a 22yearold maine man who died on july 4 after igniting a firework on top of his head last year.
July is eye injury prevention month what you should know. Sparklers yes, sparklers are the most frequent cause of. Pdf fireworksrelated injury surveillance in the philippines. The median wage of a junior firecracker worker was rmb2436 per month in 2014. However, it almost takes the form of an epidemic during diwali. Petersburg area, is offering some tips on how to protect the eyes while. National childhood injury prevention week is sponsored each year by the as safe as possible campaign. The most severe injuries are typically caused by class b fireworks, such as rockets, cherry bombs and m80s, which are federally banned from public sale. Remember, fireworks can cause serious burn and eye injuries.
Here are some facts about eye injuries while on the job. Indiana state department of health, division of trauma and injury prevention body part injured in 2015, of the 181 total cases, 41 individuals experienced injuries to multiple body parts. Doh targets zero firecracker injuries for new year 2018. Fireworks are a in 20, cpsc staff conducted a study of fireworks injuries from june 21 through july 21. Illegal firecrackers represent 29 of all firecracker injuries. December is firecrakers injury prevention month negosentro. Magnitude of the problem firecracker related injuries have been identified as one of the more important causes of burns and these types of blast injuries result in hundreds to thousands of damages annually.
The reported incidence is 7 per 100,000 children annually, out of which 70% are in the age group of 1014 years. Firecrackers and sparklers cause the most injuries, said state fire marshal larry flowers. Recognizes eye injury prevention month horizon health. Firecrackers injury prevention month philippine daily inquirer 12. Consumer product safety commission cpsc fireworks annual report released thursday, in 2015 11,900 people were treated in emergency departments for fireworkrelated injuries. Do light firecrackers outdoors, as they are potential fire hazards. This facility receives the largest number of firecrackerrelated injury patients throughout the year. But if you are going to set off your own fireworks, please remember the following tips. Wrap the wound using clean, dry cloth and bring the victim to the hospital immediately. Cdc focuses on the science behind making people safe working to prevent leading causes of injuries. Some fireworks, such as illegal firecrackertype devices m80s, quarter sticks and professional display fireworks should never be handled by consumers, due to the risk of serious injury and death. Surely he took up our pain and bore our suffering, yet we considered him punished by god, stricken by him, and afflicted.
Cpsc reminds consumers to celebrate safely this fourth of july season. Updated june 30, 2018 who doesnt enjoy fireworks on the fourth of july. These injury estimates were obtained or derived from the consumer product safety commissions 2015 fireworks annual report by yongling tu. Injuries are the leading cause of death for people ages 144 in the us. Public awareness campaigns may have contributed to reducing the injury occurrences. Fireworksrelated injury surveillance in the philippines ncbi. Accidental eye injuries are one of the leading causes of visual impairment in the united states.
Fireworks can cause death and injury, including burns, contusions, lacerations, and foreign objects in the eye. During eye injury prevention month throughout july, we pause to acknowledge the value of our vision. What is the safest way to prevent fireworks injuries. Trece martires city, cavite december is both christmas time and firecracker injury prevention month in cavite in an effort to heighten public awareness of the serious threat posed by firecrackers during this festive time of the year. December is firecrakers injury prevention month negosentro celebrate the holidays with safer alternatives like drums, horns, and tin cans instead of firecrackers injury. It is a wellknown fact that whenever firecrackers are used, there is always a risk of burn and injury.
Type of fireworkrelated injury, indiana, 2015 2015 reporting cycle includes cases from sept. July 4th holiday fourth of july firework safety military holidays roman candle summer safety bottle candles celebration around the world. They light up in bursts of color, celebrating independence. The goal of the week is to inform parents and child caregivers of the simple steps they can take. For children under 10, sparklers are the biggest culprits. Fireworks safety and the prevention of firecracker injuries. Despite the dangers of fireworks, few people understand the associated risks devastating burns, other injuries, fires, and even death. Michael manning and the team here at gulfcoast eye care have some tips on protecting your eyes from harm at work, at home, and at play. We have an updated version of our fireworks injuries infographic. Safdarjung hospital has one of the largest burn care facilities in india. Celebrate the holidays with safer alternatives like drums, horns, and tin cans instead of firecrackers injury that may cause more harm than good. Fireworks can be extremely dangerous, even if they are legal, said spencer. Consumer product safety commission, nearly 12,000 people were treated for fireworks injuries last year, including more than 250 per day in the weeks leading up to and after july 4.
A large number of these injuries cause serious, lifechanging effects including blindness. Dec 18, 2015 according to the department of health doh, december is firecrackers injury prevention month. December is firecrakers injury prevention month via the medical city celebrate the holidays with safer alternatives like drums, horns, and tin cans instead of firecrackers that may cause more harm than good. While accidents can occur from use of fireworks, they can also occur while on the job. Home and recreational safety home and recreational safety. Eye injury registry shows that bystanders are more often injured by fireworks than operators themselves. Facts about fireworks injuries prevent blindness 211 west wacker drive suite 1700. Protection of the public, particularly children, from. It is sponsored by the american academy of orthopedic surgeons american association of orthopedic surgeons aaoc. As you certainly know the busiest time of year for fireworks is midjune through july 4. Research of fireworks and firecrackers industry in china. Illegal and homemade fireworks were involved in all 8 fireworks related deaths reported to cpsc in 20. Five minute weekly tip fireworks family health cdc. According to the american academy of ophthalmology, over one million people suffer an eye injury every year in the united states and ninety percent of these injuries may be prevented just by wearing safety eyewear with the markings ansi z87.
Michael manning, an eye doctor in tampa and the st. Zero unmet need for modern family planning through the strict implementation of the responsible parenthood and reproductive health act. Fireworks safety and common injuries texarkana emergency center. Home and recreational safety home and recreational. Approximately twothirds of these injuries 7,800 occurred during the one month period surrounding the 4th of july holiday. Fireworks accident prevention tips personal injury law blog. Every year, americans celebrate the 4th of july by setting off firecrackers, bottle rockets, and sparklers. For emergencies that may happen, the medical city emergency department is open 247 to attend to your needs. Deped binan citys library hub was established during the term of then mayor marlyn alontenaguiat. We have an updated version of our fireworks injuries. If the victim has swallowed a firecracker or its elements, have them drink raw egg whites. Doh eyes zerofirecracker injury this 2018 department.
Jun 28, 2017 most injuries are caused by firecrackers, bottle rockets and sparklers. We work to ensure that all people have safe and healthy homes and places to play. How to prevent an eye injury while on the job martin. Consumer product safety commission cpsc staffs analysis of data on nonoccupational, fireworksrelated deaths and injuries during calendar year 2015 staff obtained information on fireworksrelated deaths from news clippings and. Celebrate the holidays with safer alternatives like drums, horns, and tin cans instead of firecrackers that may cause more harm than good. Nearly half of all fireworks injuries are to innocent bystanders, many of them children. Department of education division of binan city was established on august 4, 2015. National childhood injury prevention week epromos education. Ang disyembre ay firecracker injury prevention month.
Promotional products are a great way to highlight the importance of keeping every child safe. Following are a few examples of recent deaths caused by legal and illegal fireworks. We also post these infographics on flickr for easy sharing. Despite the dangers of fireworks, few people understand the associated risks devastating burns, other injuries, fires. Some of these observances focus on specific injuryrelated topics, while others are more. However, prevention is always preferable to treatments, so take the time to learn how to safely behave around fireworks. Unfortunately, injuries from fireworks are another tradition that often seems to follow when kids are allowed to play with fireworks. These are 319 cases 34% less than the fiveyear 20112015 average and 292 cases 32% less compared to the same time period of last year. Analysis of the annual fireworksrelated injury surveillance data collected by the. The most important thing you can do to keep your eyes safe is to wear protective eyewear while engaging in certain activities. Jul 02, 2015 in the past three years, eye injuries caused by fireworks have more than doubled, according to the annual fireworks injury report issued last friday. Every three months articles will be batched for a print.
Severe burns, injuries to the hands, eyes and face, and even blindness or hearing loss can. On average, 180 people go to the emergency room every day with fireworksrelated injuries in the month around the july 4th holiday. Maxicare caters to individuals, family, small to medium enterprises and corporate accounts. Develop a regional program and plan of action on prevention and control of lifestylerelated diseases, advocate and provide template for the integration of the said program and plan into the annual health action plans of local government units and other partners.
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