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Wounds and Injuries

An injury is damage to your body. It is a general term that refers to harm caused by accidents, falls, hits, weapons, and more. In the U.S., millions of people injure themselves every year. These injuries range from minor to life-threatening. Injuries can happen at work or play, indoors or outdoors, driving a car, or

Vaccine Safety

What are vaccines?
Vaccines play an important role in keeping us healthy. They protect us from serious and sometimes deadly diseases. Vaccines are injections (shots), liquids, pills, or nasal sprays that you take to teach your body’s immune system to recognize and defend against harmful germs. The germs could be viruses or bacteria.

Some types of vaccines

Poisoning

A poison is any substance that is harmful to your body. You might swallow it, inhale it, inject it, or absorb it through your skin. Any substance can be poisonous if too much is taken. Poisons can include:
Prescription or over-the-counter medicines taken in doses that are too high
Overdoses of illegal drugs
Carbon monoxide from gas appliances
Household

Occupational Health

Occupational health problems occur at work or because of the kind of work you do. These problems can include:
Cuts, fractures (broken bones), and sprains and strains
Loss of limbs
Repetitive motion disorders
Hearing problems caused by exposure to noise
Vision problems
Illness caused by breathing, touching, or swallowing unsafe substances
Illness caused by exposure to radiation
Exposure to germs in health care

Infection Control

Every year, lives are lost because of the spread of infections in hospitals. Health care workers can take steps to prevent the spread of infectious diseases. These steps are part of infection control.

Proper hand washing is the most effective way to prevent the spread of infections in hospitals. If you are a patient, don’t be

Household Products

The products you use for cleaning, carpentry, auto repair, gardening, and many other household uses can contain ingredients that can harm you, your family, and the environment. These include :
Oven and drain cleaners
Cleaning and disinfecting products, including bleach and antibacterial cleaners
Laundry powder
Floor polish
Paint thinners, strippers, and removers
Pesticides
Grease and rust removers
Motor oil and fuel additives
Arts and

Food Safety

Safe steps in food handling, cooking, and storage can prevent foodborne illness. There are four basic steps to food safety at home:

Clean – always wash your fruits and vegetables, hands, counters, and cooking utensils.
Separate – keep raw foods to themselves. Germs can spread from one food to another.
Cook – foods need to get hot and

Falls

Falls can be dangerous at any age. Babies and young children can get hurt falling off furniture or down the stairs. Older children may fall off playground equipment. For older adults, falls can be especially serious. They are at higher risk of falling. They are also more likely to fracture (break) a bone when they

First Aid

Accidents happen. Someone chokes on an ice cube or gets stung by a bee. It is important to know when to call 911 — it is for life-threatening emergencies. While waiting for help to arrive, you may be able to save someone’s life. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is for people whose hearts or breathing has

Ergonomics

Ergonomics looks at what kind of work you do, what tools you use and your whole job environment. The aim is to find the best fit between you and your job conditions. Examples of ergonomic changes to your work might include:
Adjusting the position of your computer keyboard to prevent carpal tunnel syndrome
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