Caregiving can present many challenges for families, especially if your family lives in multiple locations. If one person is local, they might naturally take on more of the day-to-day caregiving, but there are important ways that everyone can help, no matter where they live. It’s National Family Caregiver Month, so we’re sharing some helpful tips […]
Infant Suffocation Risk: Boppy Company Recalls Over 3 Million Units
The Boppy Company and U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recently announced a recall for Boppy Original Newborn Loungers, Boppy Preferred Newborn Loungers, and Pottery Barn Kids Boppy Newborn Loungers. Boppy Recall There have been eight reports of infant fatalities associated with the Boppy Company Newborn Lounger. These infant deaths occurred between December 2015 and […]
Fire Prevention Week: Learn the Sounds of Fire Safety
Smoke and carbon monoxide alarms make different sounds to alert you when something is wrong. Knowing what to do when an alarm sounds can help you and your family stay safe in your home. During a fire, you may only have seconds to get to a safe location, so it’s important for everyone in your […]
Brake Safety for Commercial Motor Vehicles
Brake Safety Week is scheduled for August 22-28, 2021. This event brings awareness to the importance of properly maintaining brake systems. During the 2020 event, 12% of the commercial motor vehicles inspected were removed from service for brake-related violations. Focus on Brake Safety Throughout this week, commercial motor vehicle inspectors conduct North American Standard Inspections […]
COVID-19 Back to School Safety Tips
It’s back-to-school season and coronavirus cases are on the rise throughout the United States. What should parents, teachers, and caregivers know about how to help children safely attend school? In-Person Learning is Recommended The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends that all COVID-19 school plans should begin with the goal of offering safe in-person learning. […]
