The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reports that 5.7 million people filed fraud reports in 2021. Collectively they lost more than $5.8 billion to fraud. That’s a $2.4 billion jump in losses from the previous year. Common Scams From cryptocurrency scams to imposter scams, suspicious activity is on the rise. And you might be surprised by […]
Spring Cleaning: Don’t Forget About Poison Prevention
National Poison Prevention Week takes place during the third full week of March each year. As you prepare for spring cleaning and working in the yard, keep these poison prevention tips in mind. Household Cleaners Store household cleaners and chemicals out of reach of children and pets and away from food items. Make sure to […]
Prevent Digital Eye Strain This Workplace Eye Wellness Month
Prevent Blindness observes Workplace Eye Wellness Month in March. Digital eye strain is a common issue for office workers and others who spend large amounts of time working on computers or other electronic devices. In this article, we’ll highlight tips for decreasing the effects of screen time. What is Digital Eye Strain? Digital eye strain […]
Winter Car Seat Safety Tips
Finding the balance between keeping small children warm and safely buckled in their car seats can be challenging. Snowsuits, winter coats, and other bulky clothing is dangerous in a car crash. It flattens from the force, leaving extra space under the harness. This can cause a child to slip through the straps and be thrown […]
Burn Awareness Week: Cooking Safety Tips
The American Burn Association hosts Burn Awareness Week during the first full week of February. The theme for 2022 is cooking safety. Did you know that cooking is the top cause of home fires? In this article, we’ll highlight cooking safety tips to help you and your loved ones stay safe. Prevent Cooking Fires Cook […]
