Fall Prevention Awareness Week As we grow older our bodies change in ways that can increase our risk of falling. In fact, falls are a leading cause of injury among older adults. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, each year millions of older people, those 65 and older, … [Read more...]
Patriot Day 2021
Patriot Day is an annual observance on September 11 to remember those who were injured or died during the terrorist attacks in the United States on September 11, 2001. Many Americans refer to Patriot Day as 9/11 or September 11th. Patriot Day should not be confused with Patriot’s Day, also known as … [Read more...]
Labor Day Fun!
It’s true, summer is almost over. So, I have an idea. Let’s forget about all the things we had to do to get ready for the school year and finish out the summer in style with a great Labor Day weekend, with fun for kids and adults alike. Labor Day Fun! First, a very brief history on Labor Day. … [Read more...]
We Offer Mobile CPR Training!
Mobile CPR Training is a concept that we at Home Hazard Prevention have been using since we began teaching. Instead of you coming to our office for a training class, we come to you! While our administrative office is located in Queen Creek, our instructors are available to travel to conduct training … [Read more...]
International Overdose Awareness Day
Each year, August 31st is observed as International Overdose Awareness Day, which is a global event set aside to raise awareness of overdoses. With the rising number of opioid overdoses across the U.S., CPR and First Aid training classes are starting to incorporate the signs, symptoms, and … [Read more...]
Car Seat Safety Week
Car accidents continue to be a leading cause of death for children. In 2019, an average of 2 children under 13 years of age were killed every day while riding in vehicles. Additionally, in 2019 an estimated 374 children were injured. 38% of those children who died in 2019 were unrestrained. Child … [Read more...]
National Immunization Awareness Month
August is a time when most kids are starting back to school, or going for the first time ever. There are WAY too many topics to write about, so here is a link to the American Academy of Pediatrics to see what they recommend. However, a very important (and controversial) topic is immunizations. … [Read more...]
5 Important Keys To Water Safety
My name is Angelee Holt and I have been teaching Infant Swimming Resource (ISR) lessons in Queen Creek for 11+ years. I chose ISR for my oldest child when he was just 15 months old and went through the training that same summer (2007). After having my first child I became so much more aware of … [Read more...]
Forgotten Baby Syndrome
Summer Heat + Kids + Cars = Danger Each summer, children die unnecessary and heartbreaking deaths when they are accidentally left in a vehicle that heats up quickly. It is surprisingly easy to forget about baby in the backseat when thrown off your routine, daydreaming or simply dealing with … [Read more...]
Dangers of Summer Heat
Summer is here and boy is it hot! With Arizona averaging high temperatures between 104 and 107 degrees each July, it is more important than ever to be aware of the dangers of leaving children and pets alone in hot cars. A study published in 2018 by Arizona State University and the UC San Diego … [Read more...]
4 Tips You Need To Know About Water Safety And CPR To Keep Your Family Safe
Tips You Need to Know About Water Safety Did you know that drowning is the leading cause of unintentional death in children ages 1-4 and the #2 cause of death in children ages 5-9? (cite Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) In 2020, 137 drowning incidents occurred in Arizona. So far in … [Read more...]
So You Purchased An AED. Now What?
You Purchased an AED…Now What? Each year, more than 350,000 people suffer from (out-of-hospital) cardiac arrest – an electrical malfunction in the heart that disrupts the flow of blood to the brain, lungs, and other vital organs. As a leading cause of death, chances of surviving a cardiac … [Read more...]
June is National Safety Month
Since I talk about safety every month, I thought I would try to come up with some ideas for you to use yourselves to promote safety in your home, neighborhood, or community. June is National Safety Month At Home Put together or clean out your first aid kit. Things dry out … [Read more...]
Happy Father’s Day
Did you know the first Father’s Day in the U.S. was celebrated on June 19, 1910, in the state of Washington? Or that it wasn’t until 1972 that President Woodrow Wilson made Mother’s Day a national holiday? Once that happened, the day honoring fathers also became a national holiday in the United … [Read more...]
How To Protect Yourself And Family During Monsoon Season
Would you know what to do if you were hit by gallons upon gallons of water, flying dust, and gusty winds? Every place has weather, and here in Arizona we have Monsoon, which literally means “Rainy Season”. Though our Monsoon brings us relief from the hot weather, it can bring with it lots of … [Read more...]
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