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Health experts have advice on how to stay safe in the sun

Summer is often referred to as "trauma season" in ERs as visits heat up during those months.

July 24, 2026
Savannah Bernal and a CBS Colorado anchor seated on a couch in the studio set

Savannah Bernal, Injury Prevention Coordinator from HCA HealthONE Swedish, discusses easy things you can do to safely have fun in the sun and avoid a trip to the hospital.

Watch the CBS News Colorado segment

Learn more about the Level 1 Trauma Center at HCA HealthONE Swedish

Published:
July 24, 2026
Location:
HCA HealthONE Swedish

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