Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Often called “the silent killer,” carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas that can be fatal when inhaled. Smoke from fires, backdrafts from blocked
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Poison-Proofing Your House: Quiz
1. Roughly what percentage of childhood poisonings are fatal? a. 50 percent b. 10 percent c. 1 percent d. Far less than 1 percent 2.
Quiz: Do You Know How to Stay Safe in Cold Weather?
You don’t need to stay inside just because the temperature is plunging. As anyone who has ever strapped on ice skates or hopped on a
Road Rage: When Stress Hits the Highway
In Truckee, California, 25-year-old Timothy Brooks flew into a rage after another car cut him off on the highway. He followed the offending car to
First Date Danger Signs
Going on a first date is exciting. There’s a certain romantic mystery about it — what will this new person be like? Will you hit
Whiplash
About 1 million people suffer from whiplash injuries each year, usually after being involved in minor fender-benders. Yet for the numerous whiplash cases reported, it
Bottlefeeding Tips
How to bottle-feed a baby isn’t always clear, especially if you’ve never handled a bottle before. There’s the question of how much should you give
Choosing and Caring for Pacifiers
What kind of pacifier should I buy? Find one with a shape your child likes. You may have to experiment a bit before you find
When to Keep a Sick Child Home
How can I tell if my child’s too sick for daycare? It’s not always easy. Obviously you don’t want your kid to pass a phlegmy