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Summertime childhood injuries are unfortunately common with the increase in outdoor activity. Of these, it’s important to understand which can be treated at an urgent care clinic. Summer’s around the corner, and here’s what you need to know!
Summer is a season many look forward to each year, and for good reason! From vacations and outdoor activities to sunny weather and beach trips, there is certainly no shortage of thrills to engage in. However, summertime is statistically more riddled with injury than most seasons. Various reports show a 20-25% increase in injuries between the months of June and September compared to any other season, most of which are from children. The good news is if you’re reading this, you’re already on track for a fun and safe 2023 summer!
Summertime has been referred to as “trauma season” in the United States due to the influx of reported emergency room visits. In fact, of the estimated 130 million ER visits that take place annually in the U.S, the CDC estimates that roughly 25% of these occur during the summer. Before we highlight which of these can be handled at your local Next Level Urgent Care, here’s a list of the most common summertime childhood injuries you should be aware of.
As noted above, emergency rooms are extremely busy during the summer months with these types of injuries. However, a considerable number of these injuries could be treated at an urgent care clinic for a fraction of the cost and time. This season, should you or your child contract one of these injuries, Next Level is equipped and ready to treat the following:
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