Poison Control Hotline

Computers and phones bring information to anyone asking in seconds. There are many reasons that the Poison Control Hotline (1-800-222-1222) is relevant. Real Live Humans answer the phone. The line is answered by a trained nurse or pharmacist. They can take in the age of the person afflicted, the weight, the type of poison and…

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Asbestos Safety in the Home: Five Facts to Know

Asbestos was once used commonly in the building of homes. Exposure to it has been found to cause mesothelioma, a cancer of the lining of the chest and the abdominal cavity and asbestosis, where people’s lungs become scarred with fibrous tissue. Given this danger, how can you ensure asbestos safety in the home? First, know…

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Carjackings – Tips to Increase Your Awareness

Carjacking crimes can be very scary and in some cases cause injury to the victims. According to the Bureau of Justice Statistics, “a weapon was used in 74% of carjacking victimizations. Firearms were used in 45% of carjackings, knives in 11% and other weapons in 18%.” This staggering number shows the importance of carjacking awareness.…

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Home Safety for Those with Physical Disabilities

For people with physical disabilities, home safety requires unique considerations. If we look at the statistics on fires alone, we find estimates of dozens of death and hundreds of injuries annually among those with physical disabilities. There are also other home safety issues to consider, including home invasions and medical emergencies. The following are four important…

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Teen Driver Safety Tips

Many things can cause distractions while operating a vehicle. This is especially relevant to teen drivers. According to the National Safety Council, “Half of all teens will be involved in a car crash before graduating from high school.” Following, are 5 teen driver safety tips to help being part of this statistic. Keep Cell Phone…

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Keys to Safe Bicycling

Bicycling is a great exercise. It’s good for any age, and especially during school, many children and adolescents ride their bikes to school. Safe bicycling should be of paramount concern.  As the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)  says, remember that a bike isn’t a toy. It’s a vehicle, just like a car or motorcycle.…

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Living in Suffolk County, New York

When you think of the many potential places to live, work, and raise a family in the United States, there are obviously a number of great places from which to choose. However, there is one very special corner of the world that stands out like a brilliant gem in comparison to other locations.  That special…

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