St. Louis, Missouri. Detroit, Michigan. Baltimore, Maryland. What do all three of these places have in common? Crime. Living or traveling to these places can put your personal safety at risk, as these cities have some of the highest crime rates in the nation. St. Louis, Missouri alone has a violent crime rate of 2,082…
As spring rapidly approaches, the weather gets warmer, the flowers start blooming and the birds start chirping. With these shifts, there will also be changes in daily schedules, maintenance required, clothing choices, and timing. It is important to be aware of how these shifts could affect you, your family, and your daily life. Even with…
It seems that nowadays, everywhere you look, there is another story about the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) and the dangers it carries. As of right now, the United States currently has thousands of cases and the numbers continue to grow. It can become overwhelming and stressful to look at all the headlines and try to discern…
While most people will make it to their destinations without any issues, consider how you would handle a flat tire, running out of gas, or getting into an accident. While nobody wants to think about what can go wrong, it’s important to be prepared. Fortunately, you can prevent many problems with some simple preparations, and…
Nurses form an integral part of the health care system. In any field, they need to be present for assistance and care and are the backbone of care-taking. Acknowledging their efforts, we also need to be mindful of what they are doing. This is to underline the fact that their efforts aren’t in vain and…
Gun violence in America has been a longstanding, looming epidemic in our society for years, but it needs to be talked about now more than ever. According to Gun Violence Archive, in 2019 there were more mass shootings than days in the year. But we can protect ourselves with the many active shooters safety tips. …
For many teenagers, their first relationship is an exciting experience as they learn to navigate the dating world. However, it’s important to talk to your children about establishing healthy relationships and giving them tools for dating safety to help protect themselves in unsafe situations. According to LoveIsRespect, 1 in 3 U.S. teens are victims of…
The Wright brothers, Thomas Edison, Alexander Graham Bell, Melitta Benz, and Kenny Kelley may not seem like they have a lot in common. But one thing that each of these bright individuals shares is that they will all be celebrated on February 11. The holiday first began in 1983, when President Ronald Reagan declared February…
The cold weather packs a punch across the country every year, and the winter of 2019-2020 is no different. With winter storms and blizzards that hit portions of the United States before Thanksgiving, as well as extreme temperature drops recently in the Northeast, many people will run the risk of power outages and dangerous driving…
When it comes to an emergency, quick response times are not a luxury . . . addressing the situation as quickly as possible can actually mean the difference between life and death. In fact, according to the NIH Record: “The ‘golden hour’ is a concept in trauma care medicine that describes the critical first hour…