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EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS: ARE YOU READY? 

Annually, National Preparedness Month is observed in September to raise awareness about the importance of preparing for all types of emergencies, whether natural, man-made or pandemics. It serves as a reminder to be prepared for disasters or emergencies that may arise in your home, your place of business, and your community. Some of the known […]

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National Situational Awareness Day: The Case for Paying Attention

Annually, National Situational Awareness Day is observed on September 26th as a reminder of the importance of paying attention and being aware of your surroundings. Situational awareness is a vital skill that must be constantly practiced, which will help you recognize potential threats to your personal safety in the places you frequent most. National Situational […]

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Did You Relax on National Relaxation Day?

Tips for When You Can’t Relax When your life is all work and no play, you’re bound to feel exhausted, frustrated and stressed, at least occasionally.  Relaxation…, is that a foreign thought to you?  We live in a world that sometimes makes us wonder why we can’t relax and enjoy life.  Adults are pressured from […]

Staying Safe While Using Ride-Shares

More and more people are traveling since the lockdowns of 2020. Traveling with family and friends, and solo can be exciting and fun, but you want to also be safe. Many places offer rideshare services like Uber and Lyft. These options tend to be cheaper than a taxi and more convenient than public transportation. As […]

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Healthy Eating Made Simple

It’s easy to feel bombarded by the latest healthy eating trend, buzz worthy ingredient or new diet plan.   But good nutrition is really about consistently choosing healthy foods and beverages. With healthy eating patterns, it’s possible to enjoy food and beverages that reflect your preferences, cultural traditions, and budget.  Eating healthier is possible and […]

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9 Steps to Feeling More In Control of Your Time

It’s really tough to know where to start when you are feeling overwhelmed. There are so many things on your list that you get stressed just thinking about it, so nothing gets accomplished. Sound familiar? Everyone has 24 hours in a day – how are you using yours? What’s your relationship to time like? When […]

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Beginning Your Fitness Journey?  Avoid These Common Mistakes

You’ve decided (or your Doctor has recommended) that you will start exercising.  Maybe you have been an athlete before and life happened and now you are ready to get back into shape.  Perhaps you’ve never exercised and with extra weight, new aches and pains, exercise is jus the thing to make you feel better and […]

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Is Danger Lurking in Your Garden?

Is dangerous wildlife lurking in your garden? First, you should know, that all dangers in the garden can be alleviated or dealt with and gardening of any kind, should not be scary. You should enjoy it. We all have different ideas of what gardening looks like, depending on where you live, what you were exposed to as […]

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“Be SAFER in Life – Stop, Assess, Formulate, Execute and Review” 

Safer Workplace Day The National SAFER Workplace Day is based on the acronym, S.A.F.E.R., which stands for Stop, Assess, Formulate, Execute, and Review. These five steps are designed to help companies identify and address safety concerns and risks at work. Employees have an expectation of safety in the workplace and employers are required to provide […]

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Drink Up – Avoid the Real Health Perils of Dehydration

It’s a warm sunny day.  Maybe you’ve been working in the yard, finished exercising or having a fun day at the pool or beach.  You’re feeling parched. Make sure you reach for a tall glass of water.  You are already beginning to feel the signs of dehydration.  Some other factors that can contribute to dehydration […]