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Injury Response
Centers for Disease Control — InjuriesâEUR"including unintentional injuries, homicide, and suicide, are the leading cause of death for people ages 1 to 44. The consequences of injuries can be extensive and wide ranging. Injuries have physical, emotional, and financial ...More…
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Nerve Injuries
Surgery of the Hand — Nerves are the "telephone wiring" system that carries messages from the brain to the rest of the body. A nerve is like a telephone cable wrapped in insulation. An outer layer of tissue forms a cover to protect the nerve, just like the insulation ...More…
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Splinter, First Aid
Visual Dx Health — Splinter, First Aid: Condition information and pictures for adults - First Aid Guide. First aid and self-care information for a splinter. A splinter, or sliver, is a particle of a foreign object, such as a... First Aid for Splinter: View the ...More…
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Object in Eye or Skin, First Aid
Visual Dx Health — Object in Eye or Skin, First Aid: Condition information and pictures for adults - First Aid Guide. First aid and self-care information for an object in the eye or skin. A foreign object can become embedded in the skin or... Overview A foreign ...More…
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Injury Topics
Centers for Disease Control — Improving Crash Response - Getting Care at the Right Place, at the Right Time Healthy Infants Nurturing Infants Leads to a Lifetime of Health Our mission is to prevent injuries and violence, and reduce their consequences. We strive to help every ...More…
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FreeMD® Chest Injury: Visit Virtual Doctor
Free MD — Do you have a broken rib? As your virtual doctor, I will help you answer this question. I will also tell you: * If you should see the doctor for your chest injury. * How to care for your chest injury at home Do you have a broken rib? If you ...More…
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General Injury and Acute Care
Centers for Disease Control — Injuries Among Children and Adolescents Injuries Among Native Americans Injuries Among Older Adults Parent Leadership Month Overview Intimate Partner Violence Spinal Cord InjuryMore…
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WHO / 10 facts on injuries and violence
World Health Organization — With more than 5 million deaths every year, violence and injuries account for 9% of global mortality, as many deaths as from HIV, malaria and tuberculosis combined. Eight of the 15 leading causes of death for people ages 15 to 29 years are ...More…
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Fact Sheet: Prevent Injury after a Disaster
Centers for Disease Control — To prevent carbon monoxide poisoning, only use generators, pressure washers, grills, camp stoves, or other gasoline, propane, natural gas, or charcoal-burning devices outside and away from open windows, doors, and air vents. Follow chain saw ...More…
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Illness and Injury Abroad
Centers for Disease Control — Before going abroad, you should become familiar with what steps to take and who to contact in case of a medical emergency while you are traveling. The following information will assist you. Are you looking for recommendations for traveling with ...More…
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Trabajando con seguridad: consejos para adolescentes
Family Doctor — Sí, puede tenerlo. Cada años más o menos 70 adolescentes en los Estados Unidos mueren a consecuencia de lesiones en el trabajo. Además de estos, 70.000 adolescentes se lastiman en el trabajo y tienen que ir al hospital o al departamento de ...More…
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Working Safely: Advice For Teens
Family Doctor — Yes, you may be. Every year about 70 teens in the United States die as a result of injuries at work. An additional 70,000 teens are hurt on the job and have to go to a hospital or emergency department. Teens are often injured on the job because ...More…