SAN JOSE, Calif. (KGO) — Halloween is just around the corner, and Good Samaritan Hospital in San Jose is getting into the spirit.

Dr. Gary Gechlik, an emergency medicine physician with over 20 years of experience caring for families in the South Bay, talked to ABC7’s Gloria Rodriguez about a popular upcoming holiday for children. He shared tips for a safe and fun Halloween and talked about a unique community event at Good Samaritan Hospital.

Dr. Gechlik talked about Halloween safety basics, the importance of choosing costumes with visibility in mind, and a trick-or-treating alternative — the Good Samaritan Hospital annual Trunk-or-Treat event.

The annual Trunk-or-Treat event is happening on Saturday, Oct. 25, 2025, from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. The activities are set up in the Good Samaritan Hospital Main Parking lot at 2425 Samaritan Drive in San Jose.

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