More traumatic, preventable injuries occur in the winter than any other season, mostly because of the snow and ice. One way to prevent falls that can lead to serious injuries is to salt to your driveway and any staircases leading to your home. Reapply the salt as often as you need to. Be careful when walking around stores and in parking lots in snowy or icy conditions.
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