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Almost every household has some products that contain hazardous materials or chemicals. Knowing how to handle and store these products and what to do if someone is improperly exposed to them can help reduce injury. Prevention is key. Before an emergency occurs, make...
Cyber security is more important than ever as more and more personal information is available online. Cyberattacks are malicious attempts to access information or damage a computer or network system. Cyberattacks can lead to information leaks, money loss or theft of...
Winter is a great time to snuggle up by the fire, have a mug of hot chocolate, or make a snowman, but colder temperatures can also create a higher risk for car accidents, hypothermia, and frostbite. Winter storms and inclement weather can last for days and leave you...
One of the most neglected but perhaps most important in preparing for disasters is personal hygiene and toileting. There are many common and preventable diseases spread from feces not handled properly. If the water supply is limited or not available, the decision on...
“Make Your Own Bread” As we continue our preparedness series, learning to cook from scratch is one of the most important skills you can have. To begin with, there are many less ingredients needed to produce the same product. It is cheaper and you and your family eat...
Your pets are an important part of your family! When preparing for an emergency, it is important your furry friends be included in your emergency plan as well. Natural disasters and emergencies can happen at any time, it is important to have a plan in place before...
Brain injuries affect more than 2.8 million people each year, according to the Brain Injury Association of America, and they are a leading cause of injury-related deaths. What is a head/brain injury? A head or brain injury is any type of injury involving the head or...
Wildfires and Respiratory Issues According to the National Interagency Fire Center there are currently ninety-one large fires and complexes that have burned 854,587 acres so far this season. The result is poor air quality from these fires. The air quality index,...
Natural Disasters cause 52 billion in insured losses annually. From natural disasters like pandemics and floods to public health and ecological crises, there are SO many circumstances for which you should be financially prepared. The key to being financially prepared...