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Celebrate Independence Day Safely with Tips from Emergency Physicians
WASHINGTON, June 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) urges prioritizing safety while enjoying Fourth of July fireworks, barbecues, and outdoor activities.
'Every year around the Fourth of July emergency departments see an increase in preventable accidents and injuries,' said Alison Haddock, MD, FACEP, president of ACEP. 'Celebrate responsibly to keep your holiday free of firework-related burns and injuries, heat stroke and other medical emergencies.'
Last year, more than 14,700 people went to the emergency department with injuries from fireworks, according to the Consumer Product Safety Commission. Emergency physicians urge you to mind these firework safety tips:
The CDC estimates that each year, 48 million people get sick from foodborne illnesses. Take these precautions to avoid letting a trip to the emergency department spoil your cookout:
If you are planning to celebrate outside, including visiting the pool, lake, or beach, keep these tips top of mind:
'A little planning and some simple precautions will help you and your family stay safe and healthy on Independence Day,' said Dr. Haddock. 'But if an emergency occurs, there are emergency physicians ready to help you 24/7 every day of the year, even on holidays.'
The American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) is the national medical society representing emergency medicine. Through continuing education, research, public education, and advocacy, ACEP advances emergency care on behalf of its 40,000 emergency physician members, and the more than 150 million people they treat on an annual basis. For more information, visit and
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SOURCE American College of Emergency Physicians
