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Fireworks on the Fourth Sizzle Safely

Friday, January 13th, 2012

Don’t let your children play with fireworks of any kind, advises the American Academy of Pediatrics. Thousands are needlessly injured every year. Take them to a professional fireworks display instead.

The AAP, the national association of children’s doctors, would like to see every state ban all private use of fireworks.

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Tips for Staying Safe This Summer

Wednesday, December 28th, 2011

Memorial Day is upon us — the start of summer. Whether you plan to spend the summer in your own back yard or traveling the world, there are a number of precautions to take to avoid having your fun disrupted by health problems.
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Survivor Begins – Survivor Explained. Episode 1

Thursday, December 23rd, 2010

After reading various Survivor: The Australian Outback articles and checking out several websites, I have concluded that there exists a journalistic void. Oh sure, you can read details about the contestants’ backgrounds and why they are there and all that. You may even gain greater insight, understanding, and appreciation for what they are going through. But there needs to be more discussion about the babes, their lack of clothing, and the gross stuff that happens. Also, the REAL reasons why someone is voted off needs to be explained. (more…)

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Travel Light, Travel Well

Wednesday, June 30th, 2010

We have all been there. You are packing for your trip and trying to decide what to bring. Choosing your essentials is not an easy task when you consider all the variables that await you at your destination.

What will the weather be like? Will it be hot, cold moderate, dry rainy? What type of activities will there be? Will you have a choice of active sports, leisure lounging, business meetings, and formal evenings out? Sadly, many travelers’ thoughts do not stray too far from the clothes and cosmetics content. Whatever your destination, you should pack for wellness and plan for health.
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First Aid For Campers

Friday, April 30th, 2010

If you like to go camping with your family and friends make sure you know some basic First Aid and always carry a First Aid kit with you. By knowing a few basic skills you can save a person’s life.

Snakebite

* Remember what the snake looked like so you can describe it to medical help. They will need to know what kind of snakebite the victim received.
* If the victim has been bitten in the arm or leg, keep the limb below the level of the heart to slow down blood flow from the affected area. This will prevent poison from reaching the heart. Remember the more the victim moves the faster the poison spreads through his system so try to keep him quiet and still.
* Get the victim to a hospital immediately.
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