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Home Safety

  • Our bodies absorb up to 60% of what we put on our skin, and children’s bodies absorb 40-50% more than adults. From parabens to phthalates, sulfates and…
  • Many of the chemicals we use to clean our homes are banned abroad and when combined with other products can be potentially hazardous to your health. And…
  • Being aware of hazards in your home that could threaten your health is the first step to creating a healthy living environment, but what do you do to…
  • Many South Carolina residents use natural gas to heat their homes. While this energy source is warm, it’s also a good idea to keep safety in mind to…
  • Fire Safety is an important part of your family’s emergency plan, so take some time to prepare your family and your home for emergencies. Build an…
  • We’ve been talking about fire safety this week and while you may have a fire escape plan, there are some things you should keep in mind in the event of a…
  • Using safe practices to prevent home fires is a good start, but you need to have an emergency plan in case of a fire and every family member should be…
  • The best way to avoid a home fire is to take preventative measures. Many home fires start in the kitchen, so stay in the kitchen when frying, grilling or…
  • Each year in the United States more than two thousand five hundred people die and twelve thousand six hundred people are injured in home fires. And…