Medical Care Medical errors are a leading cause of death and injury. It has been reported that about 195,000 patients a year die in U.S. hospitals due to medical errors that could have been prevented. This brochure lists important tips on what you can do to help protect yourself from medical errors. Medical Errors Medical […]
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Mental Health A phobia is an irrational fear of a specific situation, activity or object. The phobia compels the sufferer to avoid whatever is feared because with it comes a number of troubling symptoms such as: * Anxiety * Rapid heartbeat * Sweating * Hot or cold flashes * Choking, smothering feelings * Shaking *
Mental Health If someone you know talks about suicide, take them seriously. Comments like “They’re better off without me,” “I won’t have to worry about my life much longer,” or “I wish I were dead” are warning signs of desperation. Also, watch for these suicidal signs and gestures. * Feelings of worthlessness, hopelessness, and helplessness.
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Home Safety Do This, Not That According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC): * Drowning ranks 5th among the leading causes of unintentional injury death in the United States. * About 10 people die from unintentional drowning every day. Of these, 2 are children aged 14 or younger. * An additional 347
Mental Health Problem gambling occurs when gambling can’t be controlled. It may follow years of social gambling, and be set into motion by a stressful event or greater exposure to gambling. When gambling interferes with a person’s daily life, it’s a problem. Responsible gambling is when you play a game for money or place a
Work Life Most workplace injuries can be prevented. What you need to do depends on the job you do and the hazards you are exposed to. Your place of work may have certain standards and safety measures. Some are set by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Know and follow your workplace’s safety rules.
Home Safety * Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of 30 or higher. * Wear sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays. * Learn to swim and teach your children how to swim. * Check the depth of the water before diving into a pool. Don’t dive into water that
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Work Life You can get burnout from work or anything that takes more energy than you can give. Burnout is not a one-time event. It builds up over time. To prevent burnout: * Reduce long work hours, if you can. * Delegate tasks at work and at home to lessen your load. * Take regular
Home Safety The National Poison Control Center is staffed 24 hours a day. Memorize the National Poison Control Number: 800.222.1222. Buy household products, vitamins, and medicines in child-resistant packaging. Keep items in original containers. Follow label warnings. Carbon monoxide (CO) has no odor or color. Symptoms of CO poisoning are like those of the flu,
Connect With Relatives If holidays are sad due to a lost loved one, plan to be with other people. For many people, holiday times are too hectic and tiring to be enjoyable. For others, living alone or with memories of a lost loved one brings sadness. * Schedule activities you enjoy, but take time to
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