June is recognized as National Safety Month and there are a number of things you can do to help keep yourself and your family safe this summer and all year-round.
Unfortunately, accidents and emergencies can pop up at any time and while you can’t control when they happen you can help by being prepared. Officials from Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion have a few helpful tips to keep in mind when it comes to staying safe.
They stress the importance of learning how to help someone who is choking or hurt and knowing when it is time to call 911.
Taking various safety classes such as ones that teach lessons about CPR, AED (automated external defibrillator) and other first aid skills can help you determine what to do when an emergency strikes.
Lastly, always keep a first aid kit ready in your home and vehicles. First aid kits should contain items that can help in a variety of situations, including a thermometer, tweezers, disposal/instant ice packs, gauze and bandages of assorted sizes.
Be sure to check your kit regularly to replace items that are running low and to get rid of anything that has expired.
For more information, check out healthfinder.gov
