Study finds dramatic increase in kids swallowing water bead toys

The rate of reported water bead ingestions among young kids soared more than 6,500% over a recent five-year period, according to the results of...
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Are you using sunscreen properly?

More than half of adults may get a sunburn despite using sunscreen, results of recent study show, leading its researchers to suggest that “education...
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NSC urges safe driving during Fourth of July weekend travel

As millions of people make plans to travel over the Fourth of July weekend, new estimates from the National Safety Council emphasize why safe...
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Prevent grill fires: Safety group offers tips

Did you know that around 1 out of 5 grilling fires are caused by unclean grills? That’s according to the National Fire Protection Association, which...
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Study finds dramatic increase in kids swallowing water bead toys

The rate of reported water bead ingestions among young kids soared more than 6,500% over a recent five-year period, according to the results of...
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Study finds ‘alarming’ correlation between speeding and cellphone use

How closely linked are speeding and cellphone use behind the wheel? Closer than researchers from Insurance Institute for Highway Safety originally thought. “Until now, safety...
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Lower kids’ risk of lead exposure: new resources from EPA

Did you know that children 6 and younger are most susceptible to the effects of lead – and that kids’ bodies absorb more lead...
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Don’t use these extension cords, consumer safety agency warns

The Consumer Product Safety Commission is warning consumers that “male-to-male” extension cords pose a serious risk of electrocution or fire. In a press release, the...
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Driving

NSC asks drivers to make safe choices this Memorial Day weekend

New estimates from the National Safety Council indicate 393 people may die in motor vehicle-related crashes over the upcoming Memorial Day weekend, prompting the...
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Safety on the driveway

When the weather gets warm, driveways can be busy places – especially for kids. Shooting hoops and riding bikes. Drawing with chalk and playing other...
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Don’t share prescription meds

A muscle relaxer or strong pain reliever for a friend who’s hurting. A sedative for a family member who gets nervous on airplanes. Offering your...
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The safe way to thaw frozen food

Meal prepping for the week? Don’t forget to leave enough time to safely thaw anything you pull out of the freezer. The NSF, an organization...
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Help older adults stay cool
during high heat

Too much heat can be dangerous for anyone, but it’s especially true for older adults. Heat and humidity place greater stress on our bodies...

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