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Stress is a major culprit in almost every chronic disease. One may have diabetes, but were emotional eating and the compounding effects of daily stress root causes? Stress can absolutely lead to fatalities and yet rarely do we learn how to manage it in childhood. In fact, a panel of medical expe... View Post -
Floods are the most frequent natural disaster in the United States, occurring in every state. However, the causes and severity of floods vary. Some can cause severe damage, while others can be minor. Nevertheless, it's important to assess your area's flood risk, prepare, and know what to do when... View Post -
Earthquakes happen unexpectedly and can occur in any part of the US. These natural hazard events create ground shaking and can cause objects to fall and break, damaging your home and injuring the people inside. States in the western part of the US, near the divide of the North American and Paci... View Post -
Emergency rations, just like any other food, have an expiration date. Depending on the product and its packaging, some may last longer than others. Therefore, it’s important to note the expiration dates of the items in your emergency kits and regularly replace items as they expire. In many case... View Post -
It’s thunderstorm season in many places across the US. The summer heat often brings storms with heavy rain, thunder, and lightning. This article will cover the lightning dos and don’ts for whether you’re outdoors or indoors during a thunderstorm. What is Lightning? Lightning is an electrical di... View Post -
With wildfires on the rise, many places are beginning to look for ways to protect properties from destruction. One practice that is becoming increasingly popular in some towns and mandatory in places like Marin County, California, is fire-resistant landscaping. Fire-resistant landscaping, also ... View Post
