Patrick J. McDaid, M.D.

Jack O’Lantern Safety Tips One of Halloween’s most treasured traditions is picking that perfect pumpkin to carve into a Jack O’Lantern. But if you don’t do it safely, the only scary thing you might pull off is a deep wound to your hand. The most common accidents associated with pumpkin carving are stab wounds to the fingers and palm. Often, the index finger is punctured which can damage tendons, nerves, or arteries. Carving this fall favorite is risky because pumpkins can be