Health and Safety

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Turn the Tables on Discouragement With a Simple, Smart Technique

Lisa Bedford shares some wise advise on how to counter the fight or flight instinct, thus keeping you calm in the midst of chaos.

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U.S. Government Denies Claims of Toxic Exposure to 9/11 First Responders

September 11, 2001 was the day our world as we once knew it changed. First responders and volunteers answered a call to service that we can never forget. Some lost their lives and some compromised their health in order to help others.

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U.S. Ranked 30th in the Safest Countries to Give Birth In

Considering the cost of healthcare in the United States and the fact that we lead the world in medical research and development, where neonatal deaths are concerned it seems those things make no difference at all.

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Understanding How Your Blood Reacts To Cold Is A Lifesaver

Do you remember your mother shouting: “Don’t forget your hat, scarf and gloves or you’ll catch your death”? She had a point.

Upcoming Health Crisis? 4th Incident of Superbug Gene Found in the United State

The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) have been closely monitoring cases since the superbug gene first appeared in China, but more cases are emerging. Is there another health crisis about to be unleashed?

Urban Defense Planning for the Home

As the economic system continues to break down, an increase of crime, looting and kidnapping will be seen in more of the so-called “safer neighborhoods.” These criminals will be well organized, cunning and willing to do whatever it takes to get into a home. Designing a home defense system to evade possible criminals is your only way to protect your home, your family and your belongings as well as alert you to anyone trying to break in.

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US Hasn’t Had Any Major Hurricanes in a Decade. Are You Still Prepared?

As shocking as it may sound, it’s been over 3900 days since a storm measuring category 3 or larger, has hit the US.

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US Lowers Fluoride Levels in Drinking Water… Will It Really Make a Difference?

The controversial fluoride debate has been raging on for quite some time, but it seems those who have been passionate in fighting for the right for fluoride to be removed from water supplies have had a minor victory. But will it make a difference?

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Using Greywater To Grow Bananas

This year we have six hands of bananas ripening out there! Not bad for a roughly 10′ x 10′ banana bed, especially since we’re outside the tropics and bananas can’t stand the winters here.

Using Plants to Secure The Home

These days, having a security alarm may not always deter burglars and criminals from breaking into your home. By making some minor adjustments to the landscaping of the yard, you can create secure perimeter around the property so that criminals will think twice before attempting to break in.

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Vegetarian Diets Linked to Genetic Mutation That Causes Cancer

Vegetarian diets have caused a mutation in the human genome that becomes more prevalent with each generation of vegetarian eaters.

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Video: How To Build a Survival Shelter. Your Life May Depend on It

Though time consuming, if left to our own devices, it is possible survive the elements. All that is needed is to know how to get the supplies for a shelter and the ingenuity for how to make it.

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