Fireworks are a common way to celebrate during the holiday season. The National Council on Fireworks Safety recommends the following tips for staying safe:

• Always purchase fireworks from a reliable source.
• Use fireworks as directed on consumer product safety label; never alter products.
• Observe local laws and use good COMMON SENSE.
• Have a designated shooter to organize and shoot your family show.
•  A responsible ADULT should supervise all firework activities.
• Parents should not allow young children to handle or use fireworks.
• Alcohol and fireworks do not mix. Save your alcohol for after the show.
• Use fireworks OUTDOORS in a clear area; AWAY from buildings and vehicles.
• NEVER carry fireworks in your POCKET.
• Wear safety glasses whenever using fireworks.
• Always have water ready if you are shooting fireworks.
• Do not experiment with homemade fireworks.
• Never relight a “dud” firework. Wait 20 minutes and then soak it in a bucket of water.
• Soak spent fireworks with water before placing them in an outdoor trash can.
• Report illegal explosives, like M-80s and quarter sticks, to the fire or police department.

McLaren Macomb receives Primary Stroke Certification

McLaren Macomb has been awarded Primary Stroke Certification from the Healthcare Facilities Accreditation Program (HFAP).

Primary Stroke Certification demonstrates that McLaren Macomb has the capacity to stabilize and treat stroke patients, provide acute care and therapies safely and efficiently.

“We are very proud to achieve HFAP’s prestigious Primary Stroke Certification,” said Dr. David Pinelli, vice president of medical affairs and chief medical officer at McLaren Macomb. “Our staff has worked tirelessly to achieve this certification and it reflects our dedication to excellent patient care and service. HFAP has recognized our commitment to provide the best care possible to our patients and the community.”

McLaren Macomb Cancer Program Earns National Accreditation with Commendation

The Commission on Cancer (CoC) of the American College of Surgeons has granted a three-year accreditation with Gold Commendation to the cancer program at McLaren Macomb’s Ted B. Wahby Cancer Center. The cancer program was first accredited in 2008 and again in 2011.

To earn voluntary CoC accreditation, a cancer program must meet or exceed 34 CoC quality care standards, be evaluated every three years through a survey process, and maintain levels of excellence in the delivery of comprehensive patient-centered care. Three-year accreditation with commendation is only awarded to a facility that exceeds standard requirements at the time of its triennial survey.