Outdoor Safety

How to keep yourself awake while driving

By reddawn

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I always fall asleep when I drive, even if it's just a few miles home from work. I've developed ways to stay awake. Here's how... more »

How to know when the shark attack risk is highest (by month)

By Kevin Harris

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This article offers general information on when the greatest shark attack risks exist in a few geographic areas (by month). I offer it as just another piece of common sense to use in your desire to swim, kayak, dive or surf in safety... more »

How to overcome your fear of roller coasters

By Natalie Hernandez

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Roller coasters, you either love them or you are terrified of them! If you are trying to overcome a fear of roller coasters rest assured that you are not alone, many many people are feeling the same way as you... more »

How to Pack the Ten Essentials of Hiking

By Bryce Stevens

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Everyone that hikes away from a trailhead should be carrying the ten essentials in their backpack. The 10 essentials are the top 10 most important things to carry with you when hiking or backpacking... more »

How to Prevent Frostbite

By eHow Health Editor

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When it's cold enough, skin can freeze, resulting in frostbite. Frostbite not only is painful but can result in loss of fingers and toes, even arms and legs, so it's best to prevent frostbite in the first place... more »

How to Purify Water During an Emergency

By eHow Health Editor

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While it is best to store water beforehand, you can purify water several ways... more »

How to Save the Polar Bears

By Anthony Delgado

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Polar Bear's numbers are diminishing. This is due in part to global warming. The following information is available to help you become educated on the subject as well as to find ways to contribute to the cause... more »

How to Select and Apply Sunscreen Correctly

By VallartaVixen

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Sun damage is a very real danger that results not only in looking older and losing the youthful elasticity and appearance of skin, but in skin cancer. It's important to select the proper sunscreen and apply it correctly for maximum protection. ... more »

How to Shovel Snow And Avoid Injury

By Lauren Romano

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No one likes shoveling snow. It’s cold, wet and there’s the risk of injury. If you really have to shovel snow, do it a way so that you can avoid injury... more »

How to Stay Safe at the Beach

By dhinkle

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I've been a beach lifeguard for a number of years. On average I rescue about 40-50 people each summer from hazardous surf. Here are a few tips for keeping you and your kids safe at your local beaches... more »

How to Stay Warm without Electricity

By Select Visions

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Many are caught in the mixed winter storms at this time. It is a very scary situation when you are faced with this. My brother even cut off his thumb one year when his electricity was off by chopping wood for his fireplace. This is a very ... more »

How to Survive a Forest Fire

By eHow Health Editor

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As devastating as forest fires may look, they are a necessity in the environmental cycle. But if your home is in its path, preparation is the key to surviving a forest fire. Use these steps to learn what to do to stay ahead of the flames... more »

How to Survive a Grizzly Bear Attack

By JohanM

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Their is no clear cut way on how to survive a grizzly attack, because this is a highly unpredictable animal. Grizzly's should be avoided in the wild or at least be appreciated from afar. Should you encounter one by mistake, follow these steps and ... more »

How to Survive a Grizzly Bear Attack

By Chaos1187

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In this article you will learn how to be better prepared to survive a Grizzly bear attack.. more »

How to Survive a Mountain Lion Attack

By Melissa Maroff

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Although mountain lions are generally wary of humans, they have been known to attack on occasion. The cause is not normally known—could be due to hunger, disease, protecting their young—or various other reasons. To fend off an attack, there are ... more »

How to Survive a New York Winter

By Ryn Gargulinski

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Winter in the Big Apple can be a big, depressing hassle unless you go into it with the right attitude, not to mention a hefty pair of gloves. Fashion should not go out the window, but it should also not include anything with fabrics that get ... more »

How to Survive a Sandstorm

By eHow Health Editor

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Sandstorms are unpredictable, dangerous storms that result from high winds throwing sand particles into the air making it difficult to see, move or even breathe. If you're visiting an area where sandstorms are likely it's a good idea to know how ... more »

How to Treat Impacted Stools

By eHow Health Editor

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Fecal impaction is a serious complication of constipation in which the stool hardens and can no longer be eliminated with normal bowel movements. Surgery may be required if aggressive measures are not taken to try and eliminate the stool. .. more »

How to Use Fireworks Safely

By eHow Health Editor

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Fireworks can make any celebration seem extra special. Learn to use them safely and your party will always be a blast... more »

How to Use Morse Code to Signal for Help

By eHow Health Editor

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The universal signal for "help needed" is SOS, which can be relayed by sound or by light. It consists of three short sounds or flashes (S); three long sounds or flashes (O); and, again, three short sounds or flashes (S)... more »

How to walk on water

By ehowsyed

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Instructions for water walking, an easy yet effective water exercise that can be done at any time in any relatively large body of water... more »

How to Avoid Chiggers

By eHow Health Editor

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Chiggers are not insects, but tiny mites that are approximately 1/50 inch long. Even though they're hard to see, they can do plenty of damage if they attach to your body, leaving itchy, festering red welts... more »

How to Build a Debris Hut Shelter in the Wilderness

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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The debris hut has been used for survival since our ancestors were hunter-gatherers. This shelter is constructed very much in the same way a forest animal constructs its home or nest, and allows you to stay warm and safe even without a fire or ... more »

How to Choose a Life Jacket

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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Almost 80 percent of all boating-related deaths occur by drowning. Wearing a life jacket - also called a personal flotation device, or PFD - when out on the water could keep you from becoming a statistic... more »

How to Explore Hyperthermia to Treat Cancer

By eHow Health Editor

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If you have advanced cancer or recurring tumors that don't seem to respond to chemotherapy, you may want to explore the option of using hyperthermia to treat your cancer. Hyperthermia is a relatively new experimental procedure that uses high ... more »

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