WELL-BEING Follow this safety advice from the Overhead Door Corporation: * Keep the garage door opener control button out of the reach of small children. And do not let children play with garage door remote controls. * Never place fingers between door sections. Explain the dangers to children and consider pinch-resistant door panels. * Consult […]
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WELL-BEING Be aware of all the possible signs of a gas leak, including a distinct unpleasant smell. The odor is added to natural gas to help identify leaks. If a leak is suspected: * Stay calm. * Don’t light a match, candle, or cigarette, and don’t turn any electrical devices on or off, including light
WELL-BEING The most common firework injuries involve the fingers and hands, but may also include the face, head, ears, arms and legs. Many people injure their eyes from fireworks. They may burn or scratch the eye, or could even go blind if a firework ruptures the eyeball or harms the retina. Firecrackers are the worst
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WELL-BEING Germs grow and invade your privacy. Bathrooms are one of their popular spots. They gather in the bathtub, shower, toilet-just about everywhere. “People these days just don’t take time out from their busy schedule to clean,” said Donna Duberg, lab science and germ expert at Saint Louis University. Duberg offers some simple ways to
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SELF-CARE CORNER You may already know the importance of having a smoke detector in your home. But another hazard can be just as dangerous as a fire, and you can’t see it or smell it: carbon monoxide. Carbon monoxide, or CO, is a deadly gas that comes from combustion fumes. These fumes are given off
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SELF-CARE CORNER Many common household items contain chemicals. Not all chemicals are bad for your health, but some can be harmful. To keep yourself and your family healthy, it’s best to take steps to reduce or avoid chemicals that could be unsafe. Did you know possible toxic substances can be found in cleaning products, furniture,
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