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Dec 31, 2021 · The DOH listed down simple first-aid tips to treat injuries due to firecrackers. For injured or burnt skin: Don’t ignore burns and wounds caused by the fireworks no matter how minor;
Fortunately, in the report of the Department of Health (DOH) at the start of 2022, firework-related injuries in the nation decreased by 11%. Additionally, the 2022 firework-related injury data is 56% lower than the 5-year data by the DOH.
Dec 31, 2022 · Doctors give advice on first aid in case of firecracker injuries. “Titignan mo gaano kalaki 'yung burn na natamo. So kung more than isang palad [ang laki] ay dinadala na sa ospital ‘yan,” he added. (See how big the burn is. If it is more than palm-width, go to the hospital.)
In case of firecrackers/fireworks-related injury, follow these first aid tips: Run cold water on the wound for 10-15 minutes. For burns, apply medicated ointment on the burned area. Cover the wound with kitchen wrap or aluminum foil. Bring the victim to the nearest hospital. In case of amputated fingers, place them in a clean plastic bag with ice.
Dec 22, 2023 · During the holidays, it's important to think about safety first. Doc Z's advice on preventing firecracker injuries and providing quick care gives us a simple guide to keep our festivities safe and fun.
Dec 27, 2022 · In a briefing Tuesday, DOH officer-in-charge Maria Rosario Vergeire enumerated tips to treat firework-related injuries as she called on the public to avoid the use of firecrackers and opt...
Dec 15, 2020 · December is Firecrackers Injury Prevention Month. In this edition of Etiqa Philippines’ Wellness Tickler Bulletin, we present the DOH advice for firecracker injuries, some statistics on injury rates, and the dos and don’ts on firecrackers.
