Health Tips

A standard home will experience a power outage during a major storm or power line mishap. During this time of year we are at a high risk for power outages caused by ice and snowstorms. The initially concern here is the cold temperatures, but these power outages can last anywhere from a few hours to several days. Beyond the risk...

Heart disease and stroke kill 1 in 3 women, but it's 80 percent preventable. Make sure you're doing everything you can to avoid heart disease by ordering these free publications to keep your heart healthy. You will: Discover the surprising signs of heart attack in women Understand the difference between “good” and “bad” cholesterol Learn 10 easy ways to cut...

Winter isn't over - spring comes in March - while it may be hot right now in California, Ohio is freezing... what will tomorrow bring? Hard to say... be ready for freezing cold, or melts and flooding.. just be weather-ready in general! It is a good idea to focus on a few basic things to keep your employees, and yourself, safe and...

It should be no surprise to most people that smoking is bad for your health. Most people are aware of lung cancer and emphysema, but you should be aware that smoking is one of the leading causes of heart attacks as well. Cigarette smoke contains chemicals which, when ignited and inhaled, affect the body’s lungs, circulatory system, and ultimately the...

Medicine advances, expectant mothers take better care and birth defects decrease... here are some new studies about improving gestation and birth health... Not all birth defects can be prevented. But a woman can increase her own chances of having a healthy baby by managing health conditions and adopting healthy behaviors before becoming pregnant. This is important because many birth defects...

Workers who are exposed to extreme cold or work in cold environments may be at risk of cold stress. Extreme Cold: A Prevention Guide to Promote Your Personal Health and Safety Winter Safety Campaign Extreme cold weather is a dangerous situation that can bring on health emergencies in susceptible people, such as those without shelter, outdoor workers, and those who...

As Weather Ready Nation Ambassadors, we try to keep our readers up to date with the newest resources and information for safety in each season, and for all types of weather and climates. "Meteorological Winter" is December, January, and February.  Winter is a dangerous season, with many risks, and a lot to prepare for. Winter Safety Campaign Winter storms, snow, windchill...

2015. Wow. Nice sound to that. What are your plans? Personal or Business Growth? Better contribution and involvement in the Community? Healthier Living? Greener Living? You made it to another year. You are still alive (obviously) and, we hope, at least somewhat healthy. You can begin by taking steps today to increase the likelihood you will be able to greet...

We always want to wish a Safe and Happy New Year to all out readers, followers and customers... and we'd like to share some basic safety hints for this festive evening as well. Some of these may seem so basic that they require no note, but you'd be surprised how many people make these mistakes... perhaps it is because it...

HOLIDAY EATING TIPS Avoid carrot sticks. Anyone who puts carrots on a holiday buffet table knows nothing of the holiday spirit. In fact, if you see carrots, leave immediately. Go next door, where they're serving rum balls. Drink as much eggnog as you can. And quickly. It's rare... You cannot find it any other time of year but now. So...