Updated on 12/28/2022 at 11:09 am
- The German Red Cross (DRK) urged the careful use of fireworks.
- Handling fireworks repeatedly leads to injuries, according to DRK federal doctor Bernd Böttiger.
The German Red Cross (DRK) urged the careful use of fireworks. “Unfortunately, handling fireworks repeatedly leads to serious injuries, and on New Year’s Eve there is a lot of activity in emergency rooms every year,” federal physician DRK Bernd Böttiger said on Wednesday in Berlin. This is also a concern this year because of the already strained supply situation at many clinics.
Only officially approved and certified fireworks should be used
“Even if many after the two-year break finally want to celebrate again and celebrate with private fireworks, caution and consideration must remain the focus,” warned the expert. Only officially approved and certified fireworks should be used. In principle, children should not put their hands on fireworks and young people under the age of 18 should be fully informed about how to use them.
Updated on 11/08/2022 at 12:29 pm
Countless accidents happen every day: at work, at home or on the street. So help is needed quickly. Everyone should be able to use the resuscitation technique. (Photo: Michael Trampert)
The DRK warned against purchasing pyrotechnics from abroad or using homemade fireworks. Also, duds should never be lit again and a safe distance from fireworks should always be maintained.
Most injuries on New Year’s Eve: severe burns, hand and eye injuries, alcohol poisoning and hypothermia
Severe burns, hand or eye injuries, alcohol poisoning and hypothermia are typical emergencies on New Year’s Eve. Torn fingers also occur.
In the case of minor burns, the affected area must be cooled, but not in the case of large area burns, otherwise there is a risk that the injured person will experience hypothermia. In the case of hand injuries, the wound must be immediately covered with sterile clothing. Torn fingers or parts of fingers should be handed over to emergency services if possible. According to information, both eyes must be bandaged in case of eye injuries so that the injured eye does not move. (dpa/mit)
Updated on 10/21/2022 at 5:42 pm
According to Oliver Gebhard of the Bavarian Red Cross, there should be more defibrillators in easily accessible places. This could significantly reduce the number of victims of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest. Gebhard wants to take the fear out of using such a device. (Photo: Michael Trampert)