Though, with what is quickly becoming the norm for this year, you might be wondering what adjustments need to happen to keep the coronavirus spread to a minimum? We will touch on a few safety concerns for this year’s 4th of July celebration. 

Fireworks Safety Tips

As exciting as fireworks can be, there is a risk of using them. Fireworks can cause burns and eye injuries in kids and adults. Lighting fireworks at home isn’t legal in many areas due to this, so if you want to use them, be sure to check with your local police department first.

Keep Things Fun – and Safe

• Kids should never handle any fireworks. Even sparklers, which thought of as safe, can reach temperatures up to 1,800°F. If you give your kids sparklers, make sure they keep them outside and away from their face, clothing, and hair

• Only purchase legal fireworks and store them in a cool, dry place. Most fireworks are heavily regulated and having proper labels with warnings. Even still, many illegal fireworks always find their way into homes and still account for injuries.

• Never build your own fireworks.

• Only use the fireworks outside in an area with space and keep a source of water nearby (bucket of water or hose)

• Steer clear of a fireworks path when lighting them, keeping in mind they can backfire and shoot off in the wrong direction.

• Never throw or point fireworks at someone.

There are many more rules to remember when setting off fireworks on your own. Click Here for a full list of safety regulations.

COVID-19 Reminders

We are still dealing with the coronavirus that has compromised our work and social lives. While things are beginning to open up cautiously, we want to remind you that we aren’t out of the weeds yet.

Maintain the regulations that have been coached into us over the past several months. Wear a face mask when out and around others, keep about 6 feet between yourself and others, wash your hands frequently, and remember that you can transmit the virus while asymptomatic.

Have a great, safe, and food-filled July 4th weekend. With proper precautions regarding both fireworks and COVID-19, you can make a memory-filled weekend with friends and family.

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Now, throw in some social distancing, and it can make for some interesting celebrating this Father’s Day.

We’ve decided to compile a list of things you can do for dear dad to make him feel special on his day. Take a look below for ideas that won’t break the bank, optimize family time, and are great for forming memories.

1. Personalized Gift Basket

You know what dad likes. Maybe he works long hours and wishes to remain horizontal on his day off. Try putting together his favorite snacks so he can stretch out in his recliner for some Netflixing. You can share the best part of the experience, but remember – dad chooses the show.

1. Let Him Sleep In

This is a given for all the dads out there who are busy day in and day out dadding. The charm about this is what you’re doing while he’s sleeping. Corral the kids and make dad his favorite breakfast, complete with a fancy coffee drink. Have the kids tidy their rooms and pick up those pesky Lego pieces sharp enough to take off a toe.

1. Make Dad the Star of the Show

If dad likes to grill out, set things up for him to do what he loves with minimal effort. Marinade the kabobs and prepare the sides ahead of time. All dad has to do is put the meat on the grill and cook it to perfection. The best part is that he takes credit for such a wonderful meal without the prep work. Then help clean up so that dad can relax pool-side or in front of the game.

1. Make Dad a Card

This point pretty much speaks for itself. The significant part is that you can use whatever medium you have on-hand, even binder paper with lines. The charm behind this idea is the IOU card that you put inside your creation. Maybe it’s a fishing day or a foot rub, or one steak dinner to be redeemed in the future. You can be creative and generous as you feel fit. Not all celebrating has to happen right on Father’s Day.

1. Family Game Day/Night

Do you have a family game that you play? If not, then maybe it’s time to dust off one of those board games on your top shelf, like Monopoly. It doesn’t matter what you decide to play as long as you do it together. Make a point of laughing at dad’s corny jokes and take lots of pictures of the family festivities. If you’re extra nice, let dad win so the day can end on a high note.

From our Quick Care Med family to yours, have a wonderful Father’s Day. Remember, we have ten urgent cares across four counties to ensure everyone is well this Father’s Day. We offer office and Telemedicine visits. Click here to schedule a Telemedicine appointment.

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While the telephone is excellent, sometimes it just isn’t enough. Thankfully, there are lots of programs and apps available that we can use to speak with each other and communicate via video.

Skype

One of the first significant services available to us was Skype. It has all the necessary features you need so you can video call anyone on your contact list.

It’s available on all platforms: Apple, Android, Mac, and Windows. Up to 25 people can join in on the Video calls, coming and going as they please.

Skype is free when both parties use it, though it does have a few premium features, like voicemail, SMS texting, or connecting with landlines or mobile phones outside of Skype.

Facebook Messenger Video

Facebook is the current standard for video calling. With its full availability and usage, this will be the most accessible form of communication to use.

Merely selecting the video option with Facebook’s messaging service, either on desktop or mobile, opens the video screen and sends a confirmation to the other party.

Facebook is a free social media platform that you’ll need to sign up to use this service, though it is likely that you already have one.

WhatsApp

WhatsApp is a free cross-platform messaging, calling, and video chatting app, using your internet connection. It gives you all the utility of Facebook Messenger without the need to have a Facebook account.

Discord

Discord was designed with the video game community in mind, so it’s a slightly different program than the others on this list. It allows users to create an account and then join in what they call a “Channel.”

To keep in touch during this time, you can create a channel reserved for your friends and family. It gives you the ability to message and voice chat easily and the ability to join in a video call with other people within the channel.

It’s available on all platforms: Android, Apple, Windows, Mac, Linux, and within web browsers.

Google Duo

Google throws its hat into the video chat game with Google Duo. It’s available on Android, Apple, Desktops, as well as Google’s Nest Hubs.

Duo has a couple of different features available. The Knock Knock feature allows you to see a preview of the person attempting to video call you and the ability to leave a video message if the person you are calling is not available.

If you have an internet connection and a decent electronic device, you can pass the time with friends and family worldwide. It allows you to use the technology available to us. Now, how’s that for six degrees of separation?

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