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Deaconess Clinic Darmstadt

Urinary tract infections are very common, can be quite painful, and can cause serious complications if untreated. 

Lu Weil, Injury Prevention Coordinator, Deaconess Regional Trauma Center

Summer is synonymous with barbeques, parades and fireworks. But along with all of the celebrations come injuries from fireworks. While many of the injuries come from amateurs attempting to use professional grade, homemade, or illegal fireworks or explosives, about half of fireworks injuries come from legal, less powerful devices. Fireworks are also responsible for thousands of home and other structural fires each year. 

Lu Weil, Injury Prevention Coordinator, Deaconess Regional Trauma Center

The first week of June is ATV Safety Week. Sadly, 90% of all ATV-related fatalities could be prevented, as they are the result of behaviors that are warned about, such as children riding on adult-sized ATVs. 

Lu Weil, Injury Prevention Coordinator, Deaconess Regional Trauma Center

It’s summer, which means swimming and other water-related activities will fill the coming months, especially if you have children. Although playing in the water is fun, there are some inherent dangers. By following the tips below, you can have fun and remain safe at the same time. Simple steps save lives!

Cheryl Arnold, Hospice Manager, Deaconess VNA

There are many questions and misunderstandings about hospice. Hospice can be an emotionally-charged topic, so knowing and understanding the facts about hospice care can help make conversations and decisions easier.

Below, I address some of the most common myths, or incorrect beliefs, about hospice, and share additional information about why hospice is a wonderful service and resource for families when a loved one has a terminal condition.