Fishermen in Papua New Guinea, living on their boats, wait for the tide to change before going out to fish. Tuberculosis is a major health threat in the Pacific Ocean nation. Jason South/The AGE/Fairfax Media via Getty Images hide caption
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The spleen, shown in the 19th-century French anatomy atlas, Traite Complet de L'Anatomie de L'Homme. Science Source hide caption
The window seat may be a safer spot for small children than along the aisle. Plus there's the view. Todd Burandt/Getty Images hide caption
Contact lenses are simple and convenient, but also medical devices. Erik Tham/Getty Images hide caption
Anita Alvarez and Mariya Koroleva compete in the women's duets synchronized swimming technical routine preliminary on Monday in Rio de Janeiro. Koroleva has suffered several concussions over the years. Al Bello/Getty Images hide caption
When Swimmers Get Out Of Sync, The Result Can Be A Kick In The Head
Trampoline parks like this one in San Francisco typically offer dodge ball and other activities on trampolines. Marcio Jose Sanchez/AP hide caption
The uptick in serious bike injuries occurred for both male and female cyclists, although more men get in accidents each year. Justin Sullivan/Getty Images hide caption
Skinny jeans: fashion statement or health threat? iStockphoto hide caption
Closing loopholes in background checks for gun purchases would reduce the risk of death and injury, doctors' and attorneys' groups say. Alexa Miller/Getty Images hide caption
The round stingray is native to the eastern Pacific coast and is notorious for injuring swimmers and surfers. laszlo-photo/Flickr hide caption
To ascend is divine. To land can be traumatic. iStockphoto hide caption
The X-ray reveals a blowdart lodged in a teenager's windpipe. Reproduced with permission from Pediatrics @AAP hide caption
That flat screen can still be dangerous if it falls off the wall. iStockphoto.com hide caption