Health Matters: Common summertime injuries and how to prevent them

Health Matters on Midday, where we dig into health topics you might be curious about. 

The weather is getting warmer and kids will soon be out of school for summer. While that sounds like a lot of fun for younger folks, that combination can also set the stage for a lot of preventable injuries.

In this segment of Health Matters on Midday, Dr. Richard Ferguson, President-Black Physicians of Utah joins Maria Shilaos to share his experiences as an emergency department physician -- including which injuries he sees the most -- and ways to keep your families safe as you get out and enjoy the summer.

As a respected journalist, Maria Shilaos has earned the trust of listeners across Utah. Her show isn’t just about the news—it’s about the people behind it. Join her each weekday as she digs deeper, asks the important questions, and shares the stories that connect us all.