June is National Safety Month

Practice Safety At Work, At Home, & On the Road

The National Safety Council observes this month as National Safety Month to bring awareness to risks we take at work, at home, and on the road.

perscription-drug-safetyPrescription Pain Killer Abuse

Preventable injuries are the 4th leading cause of death in the U.S. right after heart disease, cancer, and chronic lower respiratory disease. For adults age 25-64 the leading preventable injury cause of death is overdose from prescription pain medication.

70% of all prescription drug abusers get their drugs from friends and family – sharing drugs is a felony. More than 52 deaths from prescription drug abuse occur daily. Read more about how to stem the abuse of powerful and dangerous opioid prescription drugs:

Painkillers at Root of Prescription Drug Overdose Epidemic

Other Safety Issues

Other major preventable injuries are drowning, falling, and car accidents. Take the online safety checkup to see what your gender and age group are most at risk for. Then, use the tools on the National Safety Council website to learn how to prevent these hazards.

Online Safety Checkup

mens-health-month-newsletterMonthly Newsletter: Men’s Health Tips & Recipe

This month’s newsletter focuses on the importance of men’s health and features a healthy recipe for Asian Style Steamed Salmon.

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