Cook County Health and Hospitals System

Food Safety

fhughes — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:27:15 +0000

Make food safety a summertime priority. Keep food chilled. Always wash hands thoroughly before preparing and handling food.

Medications and Household Products

fhughes — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:24:52 +0000

Safety first! Store all medications and household products in their original containers away from food products, locked out of sight and reach of children.

Bicycle helmets

fhughes — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:23:24 +0000

It’s that time of the year when we are enjoying more outdoor activities. Remember - helmets can save lives! Bicycle helmets can reduce risk of head injury by as much as 85%.

Falls

fhughes — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:21:26 +0000

Falls are a common home accident among children. Install window guards above 2nd floor. Place beds, cribs AWAY from windows

National UV Safety Month

fhughes — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:04:18 +0000

June is National UV Safety Month. Eye safety is essential! Everyone is at risk for eye damage from UV radiation.

Poison Help

fhughes — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:01:34 +0000

When accidents happen with chemicals, medicine, or household items, call Poison Help at 1-800-222-1222. Get help right away from a local poison expert! If someone is unconscious or has trouble breathing, call 911.

Quit Smoking

fhughes — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:00:09 +0000

Commit to quit smoking! Free loved ones from secondhand smoke and improve your own health! Visit www.lungchicago.org for tips and resources to help!

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msekar — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 19:55:04 +0000

STEP UP, GET TESTED

admin — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 11:03:56 +0000

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msekar — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 19:06:50 +0000