The months of November and December herald the onset of celebrations including Thanksgiving, Diwali and Christmas. Common themes to most of these events include the preparation and consumption of large quantities of food and drink, the adornment of homes and, often, oneself with outlandish decorations and the general engagement in festive activities. The vast majority of this will occur in a single month, week or day and not be repeated until the following year. This fact means that many of the foods prepared and consumed, the decorations used and activities undertaken introduce new or unfamiliar hazards that can result in increased risk. Reed more