Drowning is fast and quiet: stay alert to stay safe.
Injury Prevention
Let’s raise awareness to prevent injuries & save lives. Information from Sunnybrook experts in injury prevention and trauma care:
Top 6 tips to help prevent brain injury this summer
Heading out for summer fun? Check out expert advice on ways to stay safe and prevent brain injuries.
How to protect yourself from frostbite
As temperatures plunge in Toronto, Dr. Marc Jeschke, Director, Ross Tilley Burn Centre at Sunnybrook, has a reminder for those planning to spend time...
Cancer treatment increases risk of falling. Here’s help.
Occupational therapist takes on some FAQ about falls risk and prevention.
Refresh your driving safety in time for the summer sun
If I asked you to close your eyes and imagine a car crash, it might play out like a movie scene in your mind: a car skidding down the road on dark...
Are you a ‘weekend warrior’ of fitness? Tips to help you avoid injury
While some exercise is better than none at all, intense periods of physical activity can increase the risk of bone and joint injury.
Why you shouldn’t take the salt and ice challenge
The latest viral "challenge" could leave you with permanent scarring and nerve damage
How to keep older adults safe from burns
Is there an older adult living with you? They are at higher risk for burn injuries. Keep them safe with these tips.
When should you replace your smoke alarms?
Smoke alarms don’t last forever. Is it time to replace yours?
Patio season is here- 5 tips for enjoying it safely
Before you spend a few hours out on a patio to watch your favourite sports team’s playoff game (go Raptors!), read our five tips and enjoy the patio...