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Back to school is fun for both kids and parents, but it’s not without its stressors. While no one wants to think about their child being injured, making considerations and taking precautions can go a long way in preventing accidents and keeping kids safe. As your kiddos head back to class, it can be…

Pool & Water Safety One of the most common concerns in summertime is water and pool safety. In 2022, there were 27,461 ER visits related to kids’ swimming pool injuries. It’s easy to take pool safety for granted, especially if you’ve been around pools and water your entire life, but it’s important to remain…

Adults and children alike appreciate summer for its parades, picnics, fireworks, and abundance of exciting outdoor activities. From s’mores by the campfire to trips to the beach to endless hours in the treehouse, summer holds some of our fondest memories. But summer is also a season of increased injuries. That’s because kids are out,…

Holiday Depression and Suicide Awareness In the United States, suicide is one of the leading causes of death. Unfortunately, depression and stress don’t take a holiday, and spreading awareness is as relevant now as any other time of year. People struggling with mental health can find family gatherings, travel, and additional financial burdens particularly…

Keep Halloween Sweet and Safe Halloween is a popular holiday that lets people indulge their sweet tooth and explore their scary side! Kids and adults alike can enjoy dressing up as their favorite literary character, superhero, or historical figure. And it’s all for a great cause–candy! But just like any other holiday, Halloween has…

What is SPAM? September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month (SPAM). Because suicide and suicidal ideation are considered taboo and even controversial, it can be hard to discuss their effects openly. SPAM encourages communication, transparency, and hope. When dialogue and understanding are encouraged, more people feel comfortable getting help, opening up, and supporting others. People…

Home Safety During summer, you might see an increase in visitors to your home. Whether you’re hosting a family gathering or a summertime slumber party, you can take the following steps to help keep everyone safe: Spray your yard and home to protect from insects, including wasps and bees, which can cause severe reactions…

Road Vehicle Safety The summer months involve several unfortunate vehicle safety factors, including an increase in drunk drivers, an increase in overall traffic, and an increase in motor vehicle fatalities. Holidays like Memorial Day and Independence Day often result in people driving short distances while intoxicated as they head home from picnics or fireworks…

National Safety Month 2022 June is National Safety Month. The National Safety Council created the annual observance to increase public awareness of summertime safety risks, hopefully decreasing injuries and deaths. If you and your family are headed out on vacation, or even if you’re just cruising to the beach, these summer safety tips can…

May is Mental Health Awareness Month; learn about inpatient suicide statistics and prevention.