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Serious Falls at Work Are Common, Here’s How to Avoid Them

Sep 28, 2022 | Primary Care

We all slip up every now and then. But falls can be serious business in the workplace—for you and for your place of work, too. According to the U.S. Department of Labor Statistics, 15% of all accidental deaths are due to some sort of slip or fall. Michael Brown, APRN,...

Our Lady of the Lake Is Now a Level I Trauma Center … So, What Does That Mean?

Sep 21, 2022 | About Us

In August 2022, Our Lady of the Lake Regional Medical Center’s Trauma Center was upgraded from a Level II adult trauma center to Level I by the American College of Surgeons, making it the first and only trauma center in the Capital Region and one of only three in...

When to Use Heat or Ice for Muscle Aches or Injuries

Jan 31, 2022 | Being Active, College Health

When to Use Heat or Ice for Muscle Aches or Injuries Hot and cold therapy is a popular treatment recommended by primary care providers at our health system for aching muscles and joints. If you decide to try this therapy, it can be difficult to know when to use heat...

Bring Down the Lights – Injury Prevention Tips for Winter

Dec 29, 2021 | Seasonal

Even though we don’t typically have snow or ice-covered sidewalks in the South, we still need to stay mindful of fall prevention during winter. Whether it’s pulling down Christmas decorations or walking on a cold, wet, uneven sidewalk, take care to avoid injuries....

Serious Falls at Work Are Common, Here’s How to Avoid Them

Our Lady of the Lake Is Now a Level I Trauma Center … So, What Does That Mean?

When to Use Heat or Ice for Muscle Aches or Injuries

Bring Down the Lights – Injury Prevention Tips for Winter

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