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A hurricane is a serious weather event and should be treated as such. If the correct actions are not taken when storms and hurricanes do strike, the consequences can be disastrous. According to the National Safety Council, tornadoes and hurricanes were responsible for 77 deaths and over 700 injuries in ...

More than 650 people die annually from heat-related illnesses, even though these deaths and illnesses are preventable. These illnesses result from exposure to extreme heat. It causes a rise in body temperature where it can no longer cool itself properly. This summer, it is essential to protect yourself against heat-related illnesses. Read ...

Around 659,000 people die in the United States due to heart disease each year. Although chest pain in men is not always the result of heart disease, it’s important to understand its symptoms and causes.  Unrecognized symptoms of chest pain sometimes result in death. Every 40 seconds someone in the U.S. ...

Did you know that the leading causes of death for men in the U.S. in 2021 were heart disease, cancer, and COVID-19? While the worst of the pandemic is hopefully behind us, heart disease and cancer are permanent risks that should concern all men. June is Men’s Health Month and ...

Memorial Day safety tips should be front and center as you make plans for the upcoming long weekend.  To help with every aspect of this holiday, we’ve put together several tips for outdoor and travel safety. Keep these in mind, and make your great time even better by ensuring everyone’s ...

In the United States, 58.5 million people have arthritis. That’s 24% of the adult population. There are many forms of arthritis. The most common of which is osteoarthritis. Other forms include rheumatoid arthritis, gout, and lupus. All can have debilitating symptoms.  One in four Americans is likely to suffer from ...

According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, there are over 30 million people in the United States who have a food allergy. A severe allergic reaction to food results in an estimated 90,000 visits to an emergency room each year. Food allergies can develop at any stage in life ...

Spring break activities for families can be some of the most fun that yours has all year long. Generally, it’s a time when Mother Nature is at her best, and there’s so much to look forward to. We’ve put together a list of some of our favorite activities to consider ...

Nothing compares to a mother’s love. From your first day of kindergarten to your first day of college, she’s by your side.  Mother’s Day gives us a chance to celebrate the women who gave us life. But choosing the right gift to give to dear mom year after year ...

According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, more than 200,000 kids are sent to the emergency department due to injuries associated with playground equipment.  With the warm weather comes more frequent trips to the park. Whether your children are clamoring for the last swing, running for the slide, or building ...