Summer Fire Safety for Families

Summer Fire Safety for Families

Summer brings cookouts, campfires and family fun, but it also brings an increased risk for burns and fire-related injuries. Knowing how to prevent burns and what to do if one happens can make all the difference.  “An easy way to prevent burns is to create a kid-free...
Keeping Kids Hydrated and Healthy in the Summer Heat

Keeping Kids Hydrated and Healthy in the Summer Heat

When the Southern summer hits full swing, the heat and humidity aren’t just uncomfortable. They can be dangerous, especially for kids. Children are more vulnerable to heat-related illnesses than adults, and those risks can increase when they’re active outdoors....
Bug Bites and Kids: What’s Normal and What’s Not

Bug Bites and Kids: What’s Normal and What’s Not

Bug bites are practically a rite of passage during summer in the South. Whether your kids are playing in the backyard, exploring a park or just enjoying a popsicle on the porch, mosquitoes, ants and other insects are never far behind. Most of the time, these bites are...
Hot Weather, Smart Choices: Stay Safe and Hydrated This Summer

Hot Weather, Smart Choices: Stay Safe and Hydrated This Summer

Southern summers are known for more than sunshine. They bring intense heat and heavy humidity that can take a toll on your body fast.   Whether you’re working in the yard, heading out for a family vacation or spending your days on a job site, protecting yourself from...