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7 Bright Ideas for Trick or Treating Safety

7 Bright Ideas for Trick or Treating Safety

Jack-o-lanterns and trick or treating go together every Halloween but parents and kids also need to pay attention to safety. Here are seven sound tips to keep costumes bright as well as ways to keep the entire evening well-lit.

First Aid Kit List: What You Should Have at Home Right Now

First Aid Kit List: What You Should Have at Home Right Now

June is National Safety Month, and we’re also still navigating the coronavirus, which means it’s a great time to double-check that your household has a fully stocked first aid kit. While you’re at it, make sure your first aid kit is easily available and check to see that none of the medication in your kit is past its expiration date.

Warning: Choking Hazard! Careful Not to Choke Your Way Through the Holidays

Warning: Choking Hazard! Careful Not to Choke Your Way Through the Holidays

Part of a child's developmental process is reaching for, touching, and holding toys that catch their eyes. Unfortunately, the next impulse is to place items in their mouths and if the item is small, they may choke on it. What are the biggest choking hazards for children this holiday season?

5 Theme Park Injuries That are Completely Avoidable

5 Theme Park Injuries That are Completely Avoidable

While a machine malfunction is out of our control, the most common theme park injuries are completely preventable if you follow a few precautions. Avoid common ailments and injuries at theme parks by following these important tips.

Freezing Temperatures: When Is It is Unsafe to Be Outside?

Freezing Temperatures: When Is It is Unsafe to Be Outside?

Whether you’re planning to flop down and make snow angels or simply brave the walk to work, you must first understand the potential dangers of cold weather. Keep an eye out for these signs of potential hazards and take proper measures to stay safe all season.

Slip and Fall? 4 Signs You Have a Sprain

Slip and Fall? 4 Signs You Have a Sprain

Winter weather creates many seasonal hazards that you may not think to watch out for. A short walk that’s perfectly safe for most of the year can suddenly become hazardous when snow and ice are on the ground. If you’ve fallen, these signs will help you determine whether you have a sprain and how to handle the injury.

Front Yard Football: The Dos and Don'ts

Front Yard Football: The Dos and Don'ts

During the holiday season, especially Thanksgiving where the fall weather entices us outdoors, family football in the yard is a popular activity. Because families range in age and size, what should you consider before heading out to toss the ball around?

6 Dangers of Halloween That Should Really Scare You

6 Dangers of Halloween That Should Really Scare You

Even if you make sure your children have safe and trip-free costumes, give them a flashlight to lead the way and inspect all of their candy, there are still some Halloween dangers to consider. Here are six of them you need to watch out for.

Florida Beach Hazards You Need to Watch Out For

Florida Beach Hazards You Need to Watch Out For

The beaches of Florida are sunny, welcoming, and a popular spot for vacationers throughout the year. Before you head out to the beach on your Florida vacation, take note of these four beach hazards to watch out for on the beach.

How Serious Is Your Burn?

How Serious Is Your Burn?

A burn injury can happen at anytime. Burn severity ranges from first to fourth degree and can lead to infection if they aren't properly treated. Everyone should know how to gauge the seriousness of burns, when to seek medical care, and how to treat mild burns.

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