Asbestos, a fibrous material, is often in buildings made between the 1930s and 1980s. It was used in building materials such as concrete, plaster, electrical pieces, roofing, siding, vinyl flooring and ceilings. Today, it can still appear in homes and buildings, but...
Lung cancer is the deadliest cancer worldwide. In the United States, one in thirteen men and one in sixteen women will be diagnosed. Anyone can be diagnosed with lung cancer. People who smoke are at the greatest risk, but 10-15% of those diagnosed with lung cancer...
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October has been a harrowing month for the state of California due to the numerous wildfires that affected many nearby towns and residents. Hundreds of thousands of acres burned, including homes, schools, businesses, and more. Firefighting crews are still working to...
We have seen a recent surge in devices and toys targeting "fidgeters" to help them cope with the constant need to be tapping, spinning, or moving. The fidget spinner has clearly boomed and become the most popular of these toys. Although children of 12 years or younger...
August has historically been a month in which government, nonprofit, advocacy and private entities involved with water quality have raised awareness of the importance of protecting the quality of arguably our most important collective resource: water. We have blogged...
July fourth is a day known for its traditions of barbeques, parades, and fireworks. But many individuals do not realize how dangerous that last tradition can be. Today we will share some fireworks safety tips to keep you and your family safe this weekend. Watching...
We often make resolutions to lose weight in the New Year, but what about keeping ourselves safe from harm? Brayton Purcell LLP has come up with five resolutions that will lead to a safer year for you and your family. Be a Better Driver Using a cell phone while driving...
Know the route your kids will be taking if you aren't going with them. Let them know that they are to check in with you every hour, by phone or by stopping back at home In most cities it's not safe to let kids walk the streets by themselves. Your best bet is to make...
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission urges parents to check outdoor play equipment with a cargo net feature before allowing children to play. Some nets have openings with a perimeter length of between 17-28 inches which could allow a child's head to pass...
