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Resolve to Be Ready, Part II

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January is the time many of us make resolutions for the new year. Sometimes resolutions feel too big and long drawn out. As a result, our motivation to see them through can peter out before the end of the year. Last year, we suggested 12 micro-resolutions to help you prepare your health for emergencies. Here Read More >

January 4, 2023 by Blog AdministratorLeave a comment

General, natural disasters, preparedness, prevention, response

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More Than Meals: MOW Delivers Preparedness, Response Help

This student-authored post is published by CPR in partnership with Medill News Service and the Northwestern University Medill School of Journalism, Media, Integrated Marketing Communications. The views and opinions expressed in this article are the author’s own and do not necessarily reflect the views, policies, or positions of CPR or CDC. One sizzling day this summer, Mo Read More >

September 8, 2021 by Sarah Anderson, Northwestern University9 Comments

General, natural disasters, preparedness, response

COVID-19, emergency, emergency preparedness, extreme heat, Hurricane, Meals on Wheels, older adults, people with disabilities, stay informed

Six Ways to Ruin Your Summer Fun!

A group of children at a pool learning to swim.

Ahhh, summer… when the weather’s nice, the birds are singing and the ways to endanger your health are many. Here are six things that can ruin your summer fun and simple steps that you can take to prevent them from happening. 1. Don’t Get Overheated It doesn’t matter whether you’re physically fit or young and Read More >

July 8, 2019 by Blog Administrator3 Comments

General, Injury, preparedness, prevention

drowning, Environmental Health, extreme heat, food poisoning, food safety, heat cramps, Heat Exhaustion, Heat Stroke, mosquitoes, personal health, pool safety, public health, sunburn, Sunscreen, ticks, water safety

Beat the Heat at DragonCon

DragonCon is a convention that combines science fiction and fantasy, with gaming, comics, and entertainment for the largest multi-genre event in the world. In 2016, an estimated 77,000 people from around the world attended this annual event that is held every Labor Day weekend in downtown Atlanta. “This is a bad idea,” she said. “No, Read More >

August 29, 2017 by Tanisha Kelley and Latoya Simmons1 Comment

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#DragonCon2017, cosplay, DragonCon, extreme heat, Heat Exhaustion, Heat Safety, Heat Stroke, public health

Prepare to be patriotic!

Young blonde boy carrying an American Flag over a wooden Bridge.

The 4th of July is a day to celebrate Uncle Sam, enjoy the summer weather, and spend time with family and friends. Keep these five things in mind as you plan your 4th of July celebration. Prevent fireworks injuries Fireworks can cause death and injury, including burns, cuts, bruises, and foreign objects in your eyes. Read More >

June 30, 2017 by Blog Administrator3 Comments

General, preparedness

4th of July, drowning, extreme heat, fireworks, food safety, Independence Day, mosquito, public health, summer

When We All Work Together, We’re Stronger Than Ever

Atop the bloom of a clover, on the same speck of dust. Lies a second small town; it exists without fuss. Those who live in this place are prepped to the nines. With emergency plans and kits of all kinds. Take a look, for example, at their fight against flu. They cover their coughs Read More >

March 2, 2017 by Ethan M. RileyLeave a comment