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Silent Killers in Your Home
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Tags: home, injury, prevention, gas, insects, chemicals, safety
Do you know how safe your home is? Check for these issues on a regular basis to make sure you don't become a part of the 20% of home injuries. Have I missed any? Add them to this...
| | Gas Leaks - including carbon monoxide, natural gas, and radon |
| | Fungi and Mold - sick building syndrom (sds), especially vulnerable are kids, the elderly, and people with HIV |
| | Bacteria and Viruses - vulnerable spots include food surfaces and toys |
| | Household Chemicals - one word "poison" |
| | Pests - mice, fleas, rats - all which carry diseases. |
| | Hidden Fire Hazards - there are over 150 thousand fires a year. Look for fire starter issues like heat lamps, poor electrical wiring, smoking (especially in bed or on a couch) etc. |
| | Stairs and ladders - anything that helps you go up can also cause you to fall down, and fast! |
| | Slippery floors - many people, especially the elderly hit their head when they fall, causing severe trauma and sometimes death |
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