There’s likely no one alive who hasn’t been the victim of a cut. Most of the time though, a minor cut or scrape can easily be fixed with a good scrubbing and an adhesive bandage. But for kids, this inconvenience can be a big and scary event. The most important part is to always keep your child calm. Assure him or her that you will make it better.

You’ll need to inspect the cut to know how to treat it. If the cut is deep, bleeding excessively or was caused by an unknown animal or type of metal, consult a doctor or medical professional immediately. If you are waiting for medical help to respond to a large wound, apply pressure to the wounded area over a covering. If bleeding doesn’t stop, apply more pressure. Smaller cuts are much more manageable. Our friends at First Aid Info provide these tips for how to treat a small cut from start to finish Continue reading Tending To A Cut The Right Way »

October is Crime Prevention Month. To kick things off, the National Crime Prevention Council and the National Sheriff’s Association teamed up for the Celebrate Safe Communities initiative, designed to promote local crime prevention action. It’s the perfect opportunity to get your neighbors involved, and to learn what you can do to fight and prevent crime all year long. The goal is to try to remind all Americans that a safe community is no accident, and prevention is everyone’s business.

For the last several months, communities all over the country have been preparing for CSC events. Even if you haven’t registered in advance, you can still work to spearhead prevention activities and mobilize your community. Here are a few examples of what some communities have been doing to reclaim their streets Continue reading Celebrate Safe Communities All Year Long »

More than 90% of the homes in the United States have a microwave, so your family probably recognizes how helpful it can be to have this convenience available. As much as it is convenient, there are also many dangers that you and your children need to be aware of whenever using a microwave to prepare food. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has a few safety tips to keep in mind to make sure you are using your microwave safely Continue reading Are You Using Your Microwave Safely? »

A terrorist attack could happen at any time, and could take many forms: a bomb threat or bombing, a hijacking, or cyber attack are all possible scenarios. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) warns that typical targets for terrorist acts are government facilities, international airports, major cities and landmarks, to name a few. Will you know what to do if an attack happens near you? During a terrorist attack you will need to rely on first responders for direction, but you can also prepare just as you would for other emergencies. Here are a few tips from FEMA to help you and your family be ready. Continue reading Are You Prepared In Case Of A Terrorist Attack? »