Category: Injury
Little Spurs Pediatric Urgent Care
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- Burns
Kids and Sun Safety
As the cold winter weather leaves, sunny spring is approaching. Spring break is filled with lots of fun in the sun, and we want children and families to enjoy... -
- Burns
What To Do If Your Child Has A Head Injury
Children often bump or bang their heads and it can be difficult for parents to know whether it is serious or not. Any time a child has a blow... -
- Burns
Children and Minor Burns
One of the most common injuries we see in the urgent care setting is burns. Kids are curious and often try to get their hands on many items they... -
- Burns
Gearing up for Sunburn Season
It’s that time of year… Summer! Time to go swimming, camping, play sports, and all sorts of outdoor activities. And with summer comes the increased chance of sunburns. A... -
- Injury
What to Look For If Your Child Suffers A Head Injury
Head injuries are very common in children. Most head injuries in children are minor and do not cause any serious sequelae. The most common mechanisms of head injuries include... -
- Cuts, Scrapes, and Stitches
Dog Safety
Dogs can be cute and cuddly companions, but they can also pose a safety risk. It is extremely important to remember a few basic safety principles when it comes... -
- Injury
Holiday Safety
Happy holidays! It’s the most wonderful time of the year. It is also a great time to talk about how to keep our kids safe during the holiday season.... -
- Injury
Kitchen Safety
Gobble, Gobble!!! Turkey Day is just around the corner. With the holidays approaching we will be spending more time in the kitchen. Kitchen safety is an important aspect of... -
- Broken Bones
Halloween Safety
Trick-or-Treat! Ghost and goblins, pumpkins and candy corn! Halloween has lots of traditions we enjoy every year. At Little Spurs, we want to make this year’s holiday is safe... -
- Injury
Spider Bites
Insect bites are commonly blamed on a spider bite, but the truth is that most bites are not caused by spiders. Unlike chiggers which feast on the skin, or... -
- Burns
Firework Safety and Children
Next month, Americans across the country will once again participate in the tradition of celebrating Independence Day with fireworks. However, each year roughly 10,000 people, mostly children and teens, are injured from consumer fireworks. These accidents vary from... -
- Injury
Drowning in Children
Drowning is the leading cause of accidental death in children under the age of 5 years old. It is most common in children between the ages of 1-5 years...