Wildfire smoke can harm you in multiple ways. Smoke can hurt your eyes, irritate your respiratory system, and worsen chronic heart and lung diseases. This fact sheet tells you how you can protect your health and be safe if you are exposed to wildfire smoke. What is Wildfire Smoke and Can it Make Me Sick?
It is not uncommon for condensation to form on windows in your home during the cold winter months. With homes becoming “tighter” and more energy efficient – condensation on windows can be a year-round problem. Water droplets that collect on windows will eventually pool on the windowsill and window woodwork causing wood rot and mold
Self-management Prevention To prevent dehydration, drink plenty of fluids and eat foods high in water such as fruits and vegetables. Letting thirst be your guide is an adequate daily guideline for most healthy people. People may need to take in more fluids if they are experiencing conditions such as: Vomiting or diarrhea. If your child is
Worldwide economic and insured losses during the month of June were once again largely driven by several major severe weather outbreaks in the US, according to the latest Global Catastrophe Recap report by Impact Forecasting, Aon Benfield’s catastrophe model development team. Large hail, tornado touchdowns, straight-line winds and isolated flash flooding all contributed to an aggregated economic loss
The National Pest Management Association urges homeowners to take proactive steps to eliminate ants FAIRFAX Va. – Widely recognized as the top nuisance pest in America, ants are likely to make an appearance in many homes around the country this summer. The National Pest Management Association (NPMA) encourages homeowners to take proactive steps to reduce the likelihood
Summer, we love you, but all of these insect bites are really killing our mood. Sure, bug repellants can scare off the pests, but those don’t guarantee around-the-clock protection. So the next time you stumble upon a bug bite, don’t be so quick to make a beeline for the closest drugstore. Instead, try out one of these
