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The Importance of Cash in an Emergency Kit

Why do you need cash in your emergency kit, and how much should you have available? Where should that cash be stored? These are all questions that should be answered if you want to be prepared. In an emergency situation, cash can come in handy if there is no access to electronic transactions and you need supplies. In most emergencies, you will probably not need cash, since either stores will be closed or inaccessible. There are some instance where having cash would be invaluable. You might need cash for tolls or campground fees if you need to evacuate to another … Continue reading →

What is a 72-Hour Kit?

The Red Cross encourages every family to have a disaster supply kit in the event of rapid evacuation from their homes. Would you have the supplies necessary to sustain your family for a few hours or even a few days? Here are a few things to think about when preparing your family’s disaster supply kit, often referred to as a 72-hour kit. Storage options First, you will need to decide exactly how you will store your emergency supplies. Many families choose to use backpacks. Each family member, except small children and babies, have their own backpack with their own supplies. … Continue reading →

When Should My Child Visit the Orthodontist?

Back when young, many years ago, a child would only visit the orthodontist when he or she was a teenager. At that point, much of the growing was done, and correcting misaligned teeth could involve a lot of pain an effort, including tooth removal and years of braces. Thankfully, technology and techniques in orthodonture have improved greatly since then. There is now an emphasis on a more gentle approach that works with your child’s natural anatomy to make needed corrections. There are devices now that can ease your child’s jaw into a more normal position as he or she grows. … Continue reading →

Avoid Medication Mistakes

You need to take charge of your health and prevent any medication mistakes that could have serious consequences. Many people make these common mistakes and don’t realize it until it is too late. Arm yourself with knowledge, for your own health and the health of your family. Don’t Take Liquid Medicine with a Spoon Do you grab the teaspoon in the drawer to take your liquid medicine? If so, you are probably taking more medicine than the dosage requires. Regular kitchen spoons come in many different sizes, and they usually hold more than a measured teaspoon or tablespoon. Your best … Continue reading →

Create a Home Inventory

In the event of a disaster, you may wind up losing your belongings, from a few items lost to flooding in the basement, to an entire household full of stuff. That is why it is important to create an inventory of your things , so you can have a record of anything you might lose. For insurance purposes, you want to make sure that you have all of the information that you need. This way, you are more likely to be able to get the full replacement cost of your valuables. Creating an inventory can be done in as little … Continue reading →