WGY News: Sparking Up Sparkler Safety

Dr. John Janikas, director of emergency medicine for Albany Memorial and Samaritan hospitals, shares his insight with the Times Union on the dangers of synthetic marijuana.

St. Peter’s Health Partners, in light of recent changes to the New York Fireworks Law that legalized the use of “sparkler devices” in many Capital Region counties, is alerting the public to exercise safety and take precautions in their use during upcoming July 4 celebrations.

Dr. John Janikas, director of emergency medicine at Samaritan and Albany Memorial hospitals, shares outdoor safety tips for the summer so you can avoid a potential trip to the emergency room.