Category: Safety Tips
Heat Vs. Ice: Which Does Your Injury Need?
Heat vs. ice—the classic battle. When you experience a minor injury, you’re probably considering some old-fashioned, DIY pain management: heat or ice. Which works best? You don’t have to guess any longer. By understanding what to use on your pains and strains, you can help your injury heal.
What You Need to Know About Dry Drowning
Dry drowning and secondary drowning, although not medical terms, are sometimes used by the media and within the community to describe certain complications or scenarios related to drowning. But what are they really?
How to Know if You’re Having an Allergic Reaction to Antibiotics
You’re under the weather with a bacterial infection. To get you back to feeling your best, your doctor prescribed an antibiotic. But now that you’ve started taking it, you’re experiencing other symptoms. How can you tell if it’s an allergic reaction to antibiotics?
Preventing Low Back Pain During the Holidays
Want to keep your holidays happy and your lower back healthy? We’ve got your back with these tips to help reduce low back pain and injury during the holidays.
Can You Get a Staph Infection at the Gym?
You have the best of intentions when joining a gym. You want to become more physically active, boost your heart health and build your muscles. But can you pick up a disease, such as a staph infection, at the gym? The short answer: Yes, you can. But don’t fear! You can reduce your chance of getting sick by taking a few safety precautions.
Stroke 101: How to Identify and Prevent Stroke
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), in the United States, someone has a stroke every 40 seconds—and every four minutes, an individual dies from stroke. While those may seem like staggering statistics, 80% of strokes are preventable.
Suicide Prevention: How to Recognize Red Flags—and Where to Reach Out for Help
Suicide is complicated and can be very scary to talk about. But it is an important conversation to have – one that could save lives. Suicide is preventable.
How to Help Protect Your Child from Drowning
Hundreds of children die each year from drowning, but these tragic deaths could be prevented. Being aware of your environment and learning water safety can help save lives. Learn more tips from one of our …
7 Tips to Help Your Child Avoid Sports Injury This Season
The sports season is straight ahead. Taking some basic precautions now can help your child avoid sports injury later. Find out what you can do.
Is It Serious? Understanding Your Child’s Pain
Children may experience a variety of uncomfortable symptoms as they grow. Asking the right questions will help you know when to seek medical care.