National Preparedness Month
Each September, National Preparedness Month encourages and reminds Americans to be prepared for disasters and emergencies in their homes, businesses and communities. The Atlantic hurricane season runs...Back to School Safety Month
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there are hundreds of students killed and thousands injured in their commute to and from school each year. The NHTSA found that...Summer Wellness: Beat the Heat
Prolonged sun exposure or strenuous activity in high heat and humidity can lead to heat-related illnesses that may require immediate medical attention. According to the CDC, an average of 658 heat...Summer Wellness: The Dangers of Dehydration
Dehydration can happen to anyone, but it is especially dangerous for young children, older adults, pregnant women, those who work or exercise outside, or those with chronic illnesses. Learn how to...Summer Wellness: Fireworks & Sparkler Safety
Fireworks present a serious risk of personal injury as well as property damage. According to the U. S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in 2021, at least nine people died, and an estimated 11,500...Summer Safety & Wellness Tips
The weather is getting warmer and the first day of summer is right around the corner. Help keep your summer safe by knowing and practicing these safety tips and precautions: Biking Wear a properly...Summer Wellness: Danger signs of rip currents
With warmer weather, a trip to the beach might be included in your holiday or vacation plans, and unless there is an approaching coastal storm or hurricane, you might not even think about the danger...Five ways to protect your skin this May
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month. Here are five things to remember to keep you and your skin healthy as the warm weather rolls in: Use sunscreen: Protecting our skin from the sun is a great way to...Fall driving hazards and safety tips
Fall brings its own set of hazards that require special attention to avoid personal injury or property damage. Fall driving means being prepared for the unexpected, avoiding distracted driving, and...