You might have experienced signs of frostnip without even knowing that this phenomenon existed. Frostnip happens when the top layer of your skin becomes slightly injured due to ridiculously cold ...

Frostbite and hypothermia are serious, but widely-known cold weather dangers. But their lesser-known counterpart, frostnip, can be vital in detecting if a more serious condition is developing.

Wear warm, protective garments: Make sure to wear a hat or headband that covers the ears and socks that provide insulation.

Frostnip is a milder form of injury. It usually affects areas that are exposed to the cold, such as the cheeks, nose, ears, fingers, and toes, leaving them red and numb or tingly. Frostnip can be ...

Q: How common is frostbite? What are the signs and how should I treat it? A: People often talk about frostbite; however, frostnip is much more common. Frostbite results in tissue damage, similar to a ...

BURLINGTON, VT — Parents have been asking me some cool questions about frostbite and how to recognize it in their children. Let me see if I can warm things up and provide some information on this ...