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Water Safety Tips

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

Keep your family safe around water this summer. Always supervise children near water in a pool, tub, bucket or ocean. Designate a “Water...

Snow Sledding Safety Tips

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

Sledding Safety Sledding down a snowy hill has long been a favorite winter activity. While the bumpy ride can be thrilling, it can also be...

Child Safety Tips – Stranger Danger

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

Providing a safe environment when our children are away from home is a parent’s responsibility. One of the best things you can do for your...

Lawnmower Safety Tips

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

Risk for Injury More than 235,000 adults and 17,000 children in the U.S. were injured by lawn mowers in 2010, according to the US Consumer Product...

Auto Pedestrian Safety - Back to School

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

About 100 children in the United States are killed every year while walking to or from school; another 25,000 children are injured as a result of...

My Mom Would Kill Me

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

Talking with Your Parents about Your Sexual Decisions The decisions you are making about your sexual behavior are an important part of becoming an...

Carbon Monoxide (CO) Safety Tips

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

Carbon monoxide is an invisible, odorless, colorless gas created when fuels (such as gasoline, wood, coal, natural gas, propane, oil, and methane)...

Snow Removal Injury Prevention

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

For most people, snow removal is an expected chore. But, for some, the risk of a heart attack or back injury is a reality. If you are not in good...

Distracted Driving & Safety Tips

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

Take the Pledge with Denver Health. The fight to end distracted driving starts with you. Make the commitment to drive distraction-free...

Frostbite Prevention & Safety Tips

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

Winter Sports Injury Prevention Tips: Frostbite It only takes a few minutes for exposed skin to become frostbitten if the temperature is below 20...

Lead Safety Tips

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

What is Lead? Lead is a naturally occurring metal found in the environment. It does not have a particular taste or smell. Human bodies do not need...

Helmet Fit and Safety Tips

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

Wear A Helmet! The best way to reduce injury from bicycle crashes and outdoor recreation is by wearing a helmet. Children should always wear a...

Rattlesnake Bite Prevention

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

You can prevent snake bites by being aware, safe, and cautious. Rattlesnakes are venomous snakes commonly found in Colorado. Be Rattlesnake...

Heat, Sun & UV Safety Tips

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

Beat the heat with these tips from Denver Health. Beating the heat can be challenging when temperatures approach 100º F. Stay inside...

Car Heatstroke Safety

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

It only takes a few minutes to save a life. In today’s world of technology and multi-tasking, it is easy to lose track of time or make a...

Trampoline Safety Tips

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

Trampoline jumping is a common backyard sport and recreational activity. It is now experiencing a resurgence of popularity in commercial recreation...

Bullying

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

Bullying is unwanted often aggressive behaviors, in which someone intentionally and potentially repeatedly causes another person physical or...

Sick of Smoking

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

Sick of smoking and trying to quit? Call the Colorado QuitLine for free support from a Quit Coach and free nicotine patches. Free Support and Quit...

Domestic Violence

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

What is Domestic Violence? Domestic violence is abuse by a spouse or partner. It can be physical or emotional. Things like hitting, constant put...

Folic Acid

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

What is Folic Acid Folic acid is a B vitamin found in multivitamin supplements Folate is the form of folic acid found naturally in foods Who...

Drug and Alcohol Problems

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

If you are concerned that alcohol or drug use may have been a part of the cause of an injury or illness in your life, learn more about how to know...

Snow Thrower Safety Tips

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

Snow Thrower Safety Snow throwers are wonderful devices for helping us clear away the heavy Colorado snow. However, they can also cause serious...

Snowmobiling Safety

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

Winter Sports Injury Prevention Tips: Snowmobiling More than 1.5 million snowmobiles in the United States will venture into the back country each...

Rabies Prevention Tips

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

Rabies is a disease caused by a virus that attacks the nervous system. It is transmitted in the saliva through the bite of infected animals....

Toy Safety Tips

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

Each year in the United States, an estimated 3 billion toys and games are sold. In 2009, an estimated 185,900 children ages 14 and under were...

Backpack Safety

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

Backpacks are wonderful ways to carry our school supplies. But, as helpful as they might be, they can strain muscles and joints and cause back pain...

Button Battery & Magnet Safety

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

Button Batteries Small, coin-sized batteries can be found in products in nearly every home in America. From the flashlight sitting on the table, to...

Halloween Safety Tips

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

Keep your family safe this Halloween with these simple suggestions. Treats Warn children not to eat any treats before an adult has carefully...

Older Adult Fall Prevention

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

Falling down is not just part of getting older. It is serious problem and one that impacts 33% of adults, age 65 and older. Falls are the leading...

Home Heating Safety

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

Using your fireplace, wood stove or other fuel-fired devices can be a great way to provide heat and comfort during the cold winter months. Before...

Winter Fall Prevention & Safety Tips

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

Winter Fall Prevention When winter snowflakes fall, so do people. One of the most threatening winter hazards is the potential to slip and fall on...

Playground Safety Tips

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

Playgrounds can be wonderful places for families to exercise and play. They are also the source of hundreds of thousands of emergency visits to the...

Suicide Prevention

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

A completed suicide occurs when an individual ends their own life. It is a serious public health issue that can have a huge impact on a family, an...

What are Condoms and How do Condoms Work?

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

Condoms are sheaths of thin latex or plastic worn on the penis during sex. Condoms collect semen ("cum") before, during and after a man ejaculates...

Heres How Hospitals and Physicians Can Help Solve the National Opioid Crisis

August 30, 2017

by: Susan Calcaterra, M.D.

Pain management among hospitalized patients can be challenging. Patients may have unrealistic notions about how their pain should be controlled,...

Then & Now: Ambulances

November 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

For more than 150 years, Denver Health has served the Denver metro community – with integrated services and a team-based approach to your...

Snow Skiing Safety Tips

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

Winter Sports Injury: Snow Skiing According to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission, there were more than 144,000 snow skiing-related...

Winter Sports Safety Tips

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

Winter Sports Injury Prevention Winter means cold temperatures, snowstorms, and fun winter sports for millions of people. For most winter sports,...

Zumba Safety Tips

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

Zumba! It’s a high energy aerobic workout that uses dance steps borrowed from the merengue, salsa and other dances. The Zumba exercise craze...

Ice Skating Safety Tips

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

Winter Sports Injury Prevention Tips: Skating Ice skating is a fun winter activity, and also a great exercise! The National Safety Council offers...

Can Buprenorphine Help Hospital-based Providers Treat the Opioid Crisis?

November 01, 2017

by: Susan Calcaterra, M.D.

As a practicing hospitalist in a safety net hospital, I am on the front lines battling the opioid epidemic. In the past five years, I have seen an...

What Guppies Taught Me About Doctoring

December 07, 2017

by: Sarah Stella, M.D.

Editor’s Note: A version of this article first appeared in the December issue of the SGIM Forum. Mr. T* was back in the hospital for the...

Bike Safety Tips

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

Ensure Proper Bike Fit and Always Wear a Properly Fitting Helmet Bring your child when shopping for a bicycle to make sure it's the right size for...

Window Falls Prevention & Safety Tips

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

Each year we hear the unfortunate news of a toddler being injured or killed after falling from a window. A study cited by Safe Kids Worldwide says...

Healthy Weight...Healthy You

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

What are the key steps to a healthy weight? Make Wise Food Choices Follow the Food Guide Pyramid to make wise food choices, including the...

Information About HIV

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

What Is HIV? HIV is the virus that causes AIDS. In the U.S., about 1.2 million people are living with HIV or AIDS. Of those people, about 250,000...

He Made Me Do It

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

What to do when your partner says YES and you want to say NO Sexual activity can be a positive experience that makes couples feel closer to each...

Contraceptive Methods

January 01, 2017

by: Denver Health

Learn more about various contraceptive methods. Type Typical Use Perfect Use How Does it Work? Advantages ...