Selfie-Safety

Selfies may sound like the best souvenir from a beautiful visit to a new place. People take millions of them every day to post on social media. Most of the time the photos are simply a fun way to connect with friends and followers, but sometimes the pursuit of the perfect photo can end in accidents or injury.

Selfies have been related to 259 fatalities between 2011 and 2017. The leading cause was drowning, followed by incidents involving transportation. However, this number still doesn’t account for non-fatal injuries.

As a pharmacy in Tampa, Florida, we thought it might help people stay safe if we provided customers with the following safety guidelines when taking pictures for the gram.

Selfie Safety Tips

• Don’t’s
  • Pose near moving vehicles
  • Take pictures while crossing the street
  • Pose with wildlife
  • Attempt to capture a stunt
• Do’s
  • Be careful of your surroundings
  • Keep away from sharp falls and dangerous ledges
  • Stay behind railings and barriers
  • Keep your eyes

Beyond the accidents

There is such a thing called the “selfie wrist” which is a form of carpal tunnel syndrome that can develop as a result of flexing the wrist to take selfies. It can cause pain and swelling, and any time there’s inflammation there is a risk of it becoming a chronic issue.

Your Choice Pharmacy suggests giving your arm a break from time to time, using a selfie stick or asking a friend to take the photo. If you are experiencing pain and swelling in your wrist, the needed health products can be found in your nearest pharmacy e.g., OTC anti-inflammatory drugs.

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