Outdoor Safety

How to Play Safely in Water

By eHow Health Editor

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Water is the source of summer fun when the days get hot and school is out. Swimming in the lake, sunning at the beach, water skiing behind the boat or playing in the backyard pool are all examples of water activities that can quickly become ... more »

How to Prepare a Home First-Aid Kit

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A first-aid kit is one household item you don't want to be lacking when you need it. There are pre-made kits out there that are perfectly fine as far as their contents, but you can save quite a bit of money by creating one yourself... more »

How to Prepare for Hyperthermia

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Hyperthermia is a relatively new type of cancer treatment in which the body is subjected to high temperatures for prolonged periods of time. Studies have shown that when cancer cells are exposed to extreme temperatures, they are either killed ... more »

How to Prevent Illness in the Wilderness

By eHow Sports & Fitness Editor

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The key to preventing illness in the wilderness, especially gastrointestinal distress, is maintaining proper hygiene in camp. .. more »

How to prevent spain and strain

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Be able to prevent sprain and strains in your everyday life.. more »

How to Prevent Sunburn

By Diane Hartman

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The best treatment for sunburn is prevention. Learn how to protect yourself and your family from the painful and dangerous effects of the sun's ultraviolet rays... more »

How to Protect Children from the Sun

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Did you know that we are exposed to the sun more as children than we are during the rest of our lives? Children love to play outside, whether it's at the pool, on the beach or at the park. While spending time outside is fun for children, ... more »

How to Protect Oneself if Being Followed Home

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It is best to avoid walking or driving alone after dark. The chances of encountering a dangerous person that wants to do you harm increases at night because there are less people around and the darkness provides a sense of security for the ... more »

How to Protect Your Baby in the Sun

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Babies should always be protected from the sun. It is not always an easy task to protect babies in the sun. It is good to know that what you need to do to protect your baby to ensure that they are safe in the sun... more »

How to Protect yourself

By tinaMedina2

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This is about how females of most ages can protect yourself from the unspeakable... more »

How to Protect yourself as a Business Women

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Do Business Women Need Personal Protection? We have all been in a place where your not sure why but you need to leave. Call it women intuition. All women of today are now targets for an attack. Do you really know what to do if something happens? ... more »

How to Protect Yourself at any Age Seinor Citizens

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Its time to protect our Seinor Citizens. Lets all be on the lookout for our neighbars that are elderly. Some day you will be their. Stop over and make sure they are ok. Check on them once a week. Print this out and give it to them. We can work ... more »

How to Protect Yourself From Fire Hazards on the Fourth of July

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Fireworks are the main hazards on Independence Day. In most cities, fireworks are illegal. Firefighters recommend that you celebrate the Fourth of July at a city-sponsored event, rather than playing with fireworks in your backyard... more »

How to Protect Yourself When Jogging Alone

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How to keep yourself safe while jogging or running alone. Personal alarms and pepper sprays are item you need to invest in to protect yourself. Be one step ahead of the attacker. Tips that will save your life... more »

How to Rent Portable Toilets

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Finding a local vendor who rents portable toilets for your next event can be a simple task. Just follow these steps... more »

How to Report a Downed Power Line

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A downed electrical line creates a highly dangerous public hazard. Live lines on the ground or hanging in the roadway can cause car accidents or start fires. When people or animals cross their path, electrocution is a deadly possibility. If you ... more »

How to Rescue an Avalanche Victim

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Accidents involving avalanches occur numerous times every year. Whether you are snow skiing, snow boarding or snowmobiling, you are at risk. If you witness someone being trapped in an avalanche, it is extremely important that you get to them as ... more »

How to Rescue Someone Who's Fallen Through the Ice

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Winter sports can be a lot of fun, but they carry hazards such as thin ice... more »

How to Run in Winter Without Risking Life or Limb

By GrapeGriper

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Running on the iced-over pavement in the midst of winter is a sport few brave. However, new technologies help runners avoid traction issues. These coil systems strap onto the bottom of your normal running shoes to provide you with confidence ... more »

How to Scare Off a Bear

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Bears can be a camper's worst nightmare. Bears are powerful animals that can also be quite frightening, even dangerous. When faced with a bear in the woods while camping, take steps to scare it off while preserving your own safety. When traveling ... more »

How to Splint a Wrist

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Soemtimes while out hiking or other outdoor activities we injury our wrist but it is not always life threatening. With a few simple items we can make a splint and have it ok till we are able to amke it to the doctor or hospital... more »

How to Stay Safe Around Bees

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Bees are beneficial insects and are usually not aggressive unless they are disturbed. Even a swarm of bees will rarely sting people. However, Africanized bees are nearly identical to regular honey bees and are highly established in some areas of ... more »

How to Stay Safe Around Rip Currents

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Rip currents carry unsuspecting swimmers out to sea all the time. Sadly, over 100 beach goers drown every year struggling against these currents, which the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Assocation has deemed the greatest surf threat to anyone ... more »

How to Stay Safe in Cold Weather

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The beginning of winter means months of freezing, icy weather for many parts of the country. You don't need to stay inside just because the temperature is plunging. As anyone who has ever gone skiing, snowmobiling or built a snowman knows, ... more »

How to Stay Safe in the Sun

By dlmiller

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Keep yourself safe from the sun because too much exposure can lead to skin discoloration, blemishes and even skin cancer... more »

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