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Avoid injuries by practising safety on the slopes

#AskHeikkiCoxKikkajoon Skiing, snowboarding, and other winter activities draw millions of people to the slopes throughout Ontario. A day on the slopes with friends can quickly turn to tragedy. Serious injuries and fatalities associated with downhill skiing and snowboarding have increased as the number of people participating in these popular winter activities has increased. Researchers have found that many of the injuries and fatalities are preventable if people would practise safety on the slopes. Common injuries on the slopes A fall or an arm or leg bending at an awkward angle can cause broken bones and sprains that end a day ... Read more