Public Health & Safety

How to Assemble an Emergency Preparedness Kit for a Home

By eHow Health Editor

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The American Red Cross suggests that you assemble an emergency preparedness kit for your home. Your kit may be the only resource you and your family have in an emergency, so your kit should include food, water, medical supplies and tools... more »

How to Assess an Accident

By tammybronson

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Accident assessment is the most important function in treating accident victims. Without accurate assessment the true ailment of the patient may never be discovered. There are three phases of accident assessment: pre-assessment or the initial ... more »

How to Avoid Becoming a Hermit

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We live in a dangerous world. We pass serial rapists on the street, we live one block away from a child molester, and according to the news most people are murdered by their closest friends. How can we keep fear at bay, live life, and avoid ... more »

How to Avoid Fluoride

By CCrock

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Fluoride is a drug. On your toothpaste, it says don’t swallow and to contact poison control if a pea size amount is swallowed. That is the same amount of fluoride found in an 8 oz glass of water. On top of that, fluoride is not all that ... more »

How to Avoid Fluoride

By CCrock

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Fluoride is a drug. On your toothpaste, it says don’t swallow and to contact poison control if a pea size amount is swallowed. That is the same amount of fluoride found in an 8 oz glass of water. On top of that, fluoride is not all that ... more »

How to Avoid Fluoride

By CCrock

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Fluoride is a drug. On your toothpaste, it says don’t swallow and to contact poison control if a pea size amount is swallowed. That is the same amount of fluoride found in an 8 oz glass of water. On top of that, fluoride is not all that ... more »

How to Avoid Fluoride

By CCrock

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Fluoride is a drug. On your toothpaste, it says don’t swallow and to contact poison control if a pea size amount is swallowed. That is the same amount of fluoride found in an 8 oz glass of water. On top of that, fluoride is not all that ... more »

How to Avoid Fluoride

By CCrock

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Fluoride is a drug. On your toothpaste, it says don’t swallow and to contact poison control if a pea size amount is swallowed. That is the same amount of fluoride found in an 8 oz glass of water. On top of that, fluoride is not all that ... more »

How to Avoid Health Issues While Using a Computer

By Diane Dilov-Schultheis

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Anyone who uses a computer on a daily basis can run into health issues if they do not follow certain procedures. When much of your time is spent sitting in front of a computer, you must not forget your health. It is very easy to prevent most ... more »

How to Avoid Hydroplaning

By eHow Health Editor

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Driving in the rain can be a harrowing experience, but it becomes considerably more so if you are going too fast. A wedge of water builds up in front of your tires, and if you go too fast, the tires themselves can actually begin spinning on the ... more »

How to Avoid Purse Snatchers

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You can make yourself a less attractive target for purse snatchers by following these guidelines, based on the recommendations of the FBI and the National Crime Prevention Council... more »

How to Avoid Sunburn