5 safety tips to keep you out of the emergency room this summer

As summer heats up, emergency rooms brace for a surge in preventable injuries. According to NPR's reporting on expert guidance, the biggest risks are drowning, accidental fires, and heat-related illness. To stay safe: swim only in supervised areas and never alone; keep fire extinguishers handy near grills; and during heat waves, stay hydrated, take breaks in air conditioning, and check on elderly neighbors. A few simple precautions now can keep you out of the ER this summer.

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