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Summer Vacation or Tick Paradise?
Summertime is finally here! For many of us, this means weekend camping trips with our families, hiking the nearby mountains, or otherwise spending time in our backyards relaxing.
Beat the Heat
Temperatures this summer are going to be hotter than average for the eastern and western regions of the country according to the National Weather Service’s Climate Prediction Center.
Drive Like it's 1948?
While going through some boxes of old family photos, diplomas, and other items that my parents saved for some reason, I came across a Minnesota Driver’s Manual.
Here Comes the Sunburn
With spring’s warmer temperatures and increasing sun angle, cabin fever here in the Northeast has finally broken, giving way to renewed energy for outdoor activities.
Our Hands are Incredible Tools
Our hands are two incredible tools attached to our body. Each hand consists of 29 bones connected by 34 muscles and other connective tissue.
Start the Year Off on the Right Foot by Preventing Slips and Falls
With the dawn of a new year, let’s all start off on the right foot by keeping our feet underneath us when afoot.
Reflection Over Yuletide Tea
In the still life of winter, a weak sun peeks through a weathered window illuminating the pale-yellow walls of a cozy kitchen.
Don't Give Snow and Ice a Free Ride!
Anywhere there's snow you'll see a person driving down the road with their vehicle still covered in snow or windows still frosted over.
Get Rock Solid on Slip and Fall Prevention
With the early arrival of Old Man Winter’s icy disposition across the Northeast, now is the time to get rock solid on slip and fall prevention.
Pedestrian Safety Part II – Better Engineering Can Save Lives
Pedestrian deaths have increased 46 percent since reaching their lowest point in 2009. Distracted driving is a significant problem, but so is distracted walking.
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