4 Reasons People May Visit the Doctor During the Holidays

FIRE! Don't burn yourself...or the turkey

Burns

There are a lot of things cooking at once, it's crowded and now the pot is boiling over! Always be aware of your surrounding and try not to burn yourself this year and save a trip to the doctor. Here are some burn prevention tips! 

Slice the turkey not your finger

Cuts

Help to lessen the risk of cutting yourself or others this holiday season. Many utensils you are using are sharp and it would be a "bah humbug" moment if you touched the wrong end of the blade. Here are some Careful Cutting: Knife Safety Tips!

Your Place-card Shouldn't be Next to the Toilet

Food Poisoning

Boy, would food poisoning put a damper on your holidays. If you are preparing the food, make sure you do so safely. Here are some tips on avoiding you or your guests getting food poisoning:

• Food Safety Info 
• Be Food Safe: Protect Yourself from Food Poisoning 
• Food Safety Tips for your Holiday Turkey 
• Thanksgiving food tips from USDA: When it comes to the bird, safety’s the word

Deck the Halls without the Falls

Decorating Related Injuries

Most everyone loves the glow of holiday lights and decorations. It's easy to go overboard to make your house the brightest of them all. Just remember to to take in account your safety, especially if you are trying to reach places high up. Check out these Holiday Decorating Safety Tips.