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 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…
Each February, we celebrate American Heart Month. Currently, heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States. Every year, 1 in 4 people die as a result of heart disease and the stats are continuously growing. Consequently, Silent Beacon is the perfect home medical alert systems and emergency…
Whether you’re going to the stadium, or staying put on your buddies’ couch to watch this year’s Super Bowl, it can be a dangerous time on the road and at home. Studies show that drinking violations by repeat drunk drivers ordered to stay sober jumps an average of 22% on Super Bowl Sunday, compared to…
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…
Extreme weather during the winter can be frightening. It doesn’t matter if you’re a new driver or an experienced one, you never know what’s going to happen when the temperatures plummet, snow begins to fall, and the roads become icy. Fortunately, you don’t need to be at the mercy of the elements when it comes…