Falls are the primary contributor to injury-related deaths for older Americans, which is why Falls Prevention Awareness Week is so important. Apart from the physical and financial toll of rehabilitation and the pain endured from a fall, the fear of falling can also significantly diminish quality of life. Fear may cause someone to restrict activities...
National Preparedness Month is recognized each September to encourage community emergency planning. Floods, wildfires and hurricanes remind us to prepare for the unexpected. We should take control with emergency preparedness planning. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) website at www.ready.gov has all sorts of preparedness resources. The Preparedness campaign each September has a specific theme...
For most of us the Labor Day holiday is a time for relaxation and enjoying the last bit of summer. If you have fun Labor Day plans, follow these safety tips to ensure a safe and enjoyable holiday. Water Safety: If you’re going to be near water, ensure that everyone knows how to swim....
With the prolonged record-breaking heat and lack of rain in Texas this year, ideal conditions are being created for wildfires even in places that are not normally at risk. Texas has issued a wildfire disaster declaration for about 75% of the counties in the state. The unpredictable nature of wildfires often catches people off-guard and...
Some say this is the “most wonderful time of the year” in Texas. No, not back-to-school time, but the beginning of high school football season! We look forward to hearing the crash of football pads, the roar of the crowd and the band playing the school fight song. And in Texas high school stadiums can...
My social media feed is filling up with pictures of kids moving into fully decked-out dorm rooms. I know my friends have been shopping online and organizing for months to make sure their kids are set up for a successful first year of college. Here are some safety tips for online dorm shopping to avoid...
It may be hard to believe that summer is winding down and kids are already returning to school this week. After a few months off, now is a great time to remind your children about smart tips for back-to-school safety. We all want healthy and happy kids as the new year kicks off! Transportation Safety:...
As summer break from school starts to draw to a close, many young people have returned from vacation, finished camps and boredom has set in. For most this means sleeping late and getting that summer reading assignment done. For a few though, idle hands are a formula for mischief-making. Petty crime always goes up in...
As the intense summer heat continues and our lawns and plants look sadder and sadder, prioritize your health when working in the yard this summer. Follow these essential guidelines to garden safely in the summer heat: Stay hydrated to help keep yourself cool. Bring a water bottle outside with you to serve as a reminder...
With daily heat advisories any kind of outdoor exercise is discouraged and risky. But for many who rely on walks to get their cardio in each week, the hot days present a real challenge. Walking at night is one alternative but there are a number of dangers that come with that. Crime is one consideration...
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