Cookeville Regional Emergency Physician Cautions Fireworks Users Ahead Of Fourth Of July

Fireworks will be a major part of celebrations this weekend, but don’t let the celebrations turn into injuries. Cookeville Regional Emergency Physician Dr. Omar Hamada said one of the worst things people can do is mix alcohol and fireworks. He said on weekends like the Fourth of July the emergency room treats injuries that could […]
Check In For Warning Signs To Avoid Heat-Related Illnesses

At least three more days of 95 to 100-degree heat temperatures are forecasted for this week. Cookeville Regional Emergency Physician Dr. Omar Hamada said that he’s already seen cases of heat-related illness in the emergency room. He said that the most common mistake when it comes to heat exhaustion and even heat stroke is that […]









