Accidents are a leading killer of children. The most frequent accident is drowning. The Valley of the Sun is especially at risk because of our high number of pools / […]
Read MoreFireworks Safety
To get the exact, official laws about fireworks in Arizona, you need to look at both state statutes and your local city or town ordinances. Because Arizona law grants local […]
Read MoreSummer Heat Affects Pets Too
Heat stroke can be caused by pets being in confined spaces with little or no ventilation or without sufficient water, over exertion and stress. Dogs cool themselves by panting, passing […]
Read MoreSummer Heat Safety Tips
Whether it’s your first summer in Arizona or your 100th, we all need reminders of how to deal with summer heat. Simple steps can make a huge difference in your […]
Read MoreHow to Prevent a Heat Related Emergency
For those exposed to hot temperatures, preventing heat-related emergencies can be achieved with three very simple actions early on: water, rest and shade. Drinking plenty of fluids and resting from […]
Read MoreBest Practices for Preventing Heat-Related Emergencies
Who Is At Greater Risk of Heat Illness? Infants and young children up to 4 years of age Older adults aged 65 and older People who work in a humid […]
Read MoreAnother Historic Heat Wave Predicted for the Summer
NO ONE IS IMMUNE TO HEAT ILLNESS Predictions are that Phoenix, indeed all of Arizona, will again break records with high temperatures this summer. In the mid-2010s, Maricopa reported 60-180 […]
Read MorePoison Prevention
There are many sources of poison in and around your home. Here is an excellent article describing the sources and giving you safety tips. Did You Know? Young children are […]
Read MorePrepare for the Summer with Child and Babysitting Classes
This is the perfect time to train tweens, teenagers, siblings and anyone who will be responsible for children over the summer. Staying Alive offers a highly respected class that covers child safety […]
Read MoreNational Nurses Week
This year’s theme celebrates the profound impact nurses have on healthcare, communities, and individuals, highlighting their dedication as the backbone of the health system. The three C’s of nursing are […]
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