Did you know that the Christmas holiday is actually one of the most accident-prone seasons year in and year out? From house fires caused by Christmas tree lights and faulty wiring to drunk-driving accidents on the road, a host of injuries are reported within this short time frame each year.
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Nothing puts a downer on a feast like Thanksgiving more than food poisoning. If you’re the one in charge of preparing the feast for your loved ones, it becomes a huge responsibility not only to serve them a delicious meal, but also to make sure that nobody has an allergy attack or gets food poisoning from undercooked meat.
The crisp air, colorful trees, mild weather— what’s not to love about fall? Even the leaves blanketing your front yard bring good news. Raking them may not be your favorite activity, but it presents a wonderful opportunity to get some fresh air, enjoy the season, and have a good workout all at the same time. In fact, experts compare raking leaves to a brisk walk in terms of activity level and it also helps improve your core strength and upper-body strength.
While raking leaves has several benefits, it poses a serious risk for back injury or pain when not done correctly. Therefore, a South San Francisco urgent care center shares some leaf-raking tips to help you maintain a healthy back.
There is no better way to see the city’s sights than by taking a casual and leisurely stroll down the streets. In San Francisco, locals and visitors alike can sign themselves up for the Wild SF Walking Tours, each with a theme to cater to their appetite for fun and excitement. Some tours are geared towards the historic sites in town, while a more exciting option may be the haunted tour through old scary theaters and buildings.
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Are you a running enthusiast looking forward to participating in the FroYo Run event in San Francisco? If so, then you should gear up and get ready to give your best. Read the rest of this entry »
For a unique late-night adventure around San Francisco’s main attractions, you might want to join the Midnight Rollers Friday Night Skate Party. Spearheaded by two, speaker-toting jogging strollers, it’s a great way to meet new friends.
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The South San Francisco Aquatics Club is the place for you to be this summer season. Offering recreational swimming activities, here, you can have fun while escaping the heat. Be careful though, you shouldn’t be too complacent about letting yourself stay in the pool too much. Frequent exposure to water also comes with health risks, one of which is an infection in the ear canal called swimmer’s ear, or Otitis Externa. Getting rid of it requires you to seek help from a provider of urgent care in South San Francisco. Understanding what this infection is will help you avoid and treat it.
There’s plenty to see and do in San Francisco whether you’re a visiting tourist or a local who wants to reacquaint with the neighborhood. For this, the Historic Walking Tours of the South San Francisco Historical Society is the perfect opportunity for you to get going.
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While many people associate San Francisco with being the technology and financial hub of the West, there is a great deal of history to be told by its surrounding areas. It is with this spirit in mind that the 4th Annual Women’s History Ride is slated to take place soon. Riding through the majestic peaks and valleys, all the while promoting women’s health, is a great way to enjoy the weekend with friends and colleagues. Read the rest of this entry »
Beer and sunshine. Those two go together like beer and pepperoni pizza. Or beer and live music. Actually, beer goes with just about everything during San Francisco Beer Week!
While this exciting culinary adventure is filled with incredible food, fun and hoppy beverages, local medical teams from South San Francisco urgent care facilities would like to take an opportunity to educate those participating in the good times about the dangers and signs of excessive alcohol consumption. Read the rest of this entry »
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