Field Hockey has been around for thousands of years, but was more recently defined and declared a sport in mid-19th century England, and exported to the United States in 1901. Since the initial development of the sport, it has become more aggressive and fast-paced, and consequently, the injuries obtained by players have become more serious. …
Soccer is another fall sport with a high risk of injury. Alongside football, it is one of the largest team sports in the US. Football has a higher ability to cause injury over the entire body due to the level of contact. Specifically, football sees a higher level of head injuries. However, soccer can cause …
Believe it or not, fall is right around the corner. Summer sports seasons (and the Summer Olympics) are coming to an end. We are slowly closing in on the season of football, soccer, field hockey, and other outdoor sports. As with any sport, there is a high risk of injury. However, these contact sports make …
Zika Virus is a virus that, prior to 2015, had outbreaks solely in areas of Africa, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific Islands. In May 2015, the Pan American Health Association reported the first confirmed diagnosed Zika infection in Brazil, South America. Since May, breakouts have spread across the world and are continuing to appear in …
With summer now in full swing, National Parks and other hiking trails are populated with both experienced and inexperienced hikers and campers. Knowing basic Summer hiking safety and first aid allows you to treat anything from a small blister to a serious fall or severe dehydration. Each trail runs its own risks, and it is …
