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HCA Florida Wellen Park Emergency Doctor urges fireworks safety ahead of Fourth of July celebrations
ENGLEWOOD, Fla. (July 2, 2025) — As Americans prepare to celebrate Independence Day, emergency room doctors are reminding families to take precautions when using fireworks, especially around children and teens.“As we approach Independence Day, it’s important to remember that fireworks, while festive, can be dangerous if not used properly,” said Dr. Andrew Rudin, an emergency physician at HCA Florida Wellen Park Emergency. “Children and teens are especially at risk, with the highest rates of
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Simulated School Bus Crash Puts Emergency Teams to the Test at HCA Florida Englewood Hospital
ENGLEWOOD, Fla. (June 30, 2025) - HCA Florida Englewood Hospital conducted a full-scale emergency preparedness drill simulating a high school bus accident, in coordination with the Englewood Fire District and the Charlotte County Florida ARES Amateur Radio group.The exercise was designed to test and strengthen the hospital’s response to a mass casualty incident, ensuring staff and first responders are prepared to act swiftly and effectively in a real emergency.Volunteer actors portraying students, teachers