QUEZON City, Philippines (December 30) – After the sweet December holidays, a lot of people already prepare for another occasion- yup, you’re guessing it right- it is the New Year! A day where we gather with our family and friends and eat media noche while counting down the last seconds to 2015. Watching fireworks and firecrackers – or even lighting one – will not be missed, and that’s where the bloody start of the year usually […]
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Firework injuries – how to prevent it
QUEZON City, Philippines (December 20) – As of January 2014, the Department of Health reported 804 fireworks-related injuries from different hospital nationwide. Lower than last year’s reported fireworks- related injuries with the total number of 894. Most of the injuries are due to blast/burn, eye injuries and amputations. Everyone wants to celebrate the holidays with fireworks especially with the new year is coming. Although fireworks are fun to watch, one should remember that they are dangerous and […]
San Marcelino District Hospital expects lower numbers of firework-related injuries
San Marcelino District Hospital expects lower numbers of firework-related injuries. Said hospital had zero casualty during the holiday season and they expect a repeat this new year.
