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Thinking of using fireworks this weekend? Here's why doctors say you should think again

Lighting your own fireworks is too big of a risk for a major hand injury. It's best to leave the fireworks to professionals.

July 08, 2024
Fireworks exploding in the sky.

Dr. Benson Pulikkottil, medical director at the burn & reconstruction center at Swedish, believes the risk is just too great.

Watch the Denver7 story.

Learn more about the Burn and Reconstructive Center at Swedish.

Published:
July 08, 2024
Location:
HCA HealthONE Swedish

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