Injury prevention is a crucial aspect of maintaining good health and avoiding accidents. Four general steps to prevent injuries are: • Educate yourself - Learn about the risks associated with your daily activities, such as sports or DIY projects. Knowing how to perform these activities safely will help you avoid injuries. • Identify potential hazards - Look for potential hazards in your environment, such as loose cords, uneven flooring, or sharp edges. Knowing where potential risks exist will allow you to take conscious steps to avoid them. • Make changes to reduce risks - Once you've identified potential hazards, take steps to reduce the risks. This may involve rearranging furniture, using safety equipment, or adding warning signs. • Practice safe behavior - Follow safety guidelines when engaging in potentially dangerous activities, such as wearing a helmet when biking or using protective gloves when handling sharp objects. By taking these steps, you can reduce the risk of injury to yourself and those around you. Remember that even minor injuries can have long-lasting consequences, so it's important to take injury prevention seriously. Dr. Santanu Som, MD offers treatments for minor injuries at Niagara Falls Urgent Care which are frequently required to manage physical wounds that cannot be properly managed at home. For more information, please contact us or book an appointment online. We are conveniently located at 3117 Military Road Suite 2, Niagara Falls, NY 14304. We serve patients from Niagara Falls NY, Lewiston NY, Sanborn NY, Walmore NY, Tonawanda NY, Model City NY, and Grand Island NY.