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Legacy Oregon Burn Center Offers Safety Tips For July 4th -07/01/25

       

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For Immediate Release                                                           Contact:

July 1, 2025                                                                              Vicki Guinn

media@lhs.org

                                                                                                                                                                                 

Legacy Oregon Burn Center offers safety tips for July 4th

PORTLAND, OREven though fireworks are banned in the city, injuries from fireworks still happen. Erin Horrax, RN, Oregon Burn Center trauma and safety coordinator offers tips on staying safe. “We see a lot of hand and face burn injuries during this holiday week every year. Fireworks are unpredictable and things can go wrong in a second.” Horrax shares these tips:

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Legacy Health is a local nonprofit health system driven by our mission to improve the health of those around us. We offer a unique blend of health services—from wellness and urgent care to dedicated children's care and advanced medical centers. We care for patients of all ages when and where they need us across the Portland/Vancouver metro area and mid-Willamette Valley. With an eye toward a healthier community, our partnerships tackle vital issues such as housing and mental health. Legacy strives to help everyone live healthier and better lives, with the vision of being essential to the health of the region. For more information, visit www.legacyhealth.org.