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A few simple changes around the home and a family earthquake plan can keep children alive and safe during a major earthquake.

Putting together a disaster survival kit for an elderly or disabled person can save her life in the event of an emergency.

Disasters come in all forms - hurricanes, bioterrorism, ice storms, earthquakes, floods, pandemics and fires. Caregivers' jobs make planning for survival a complex task.

Awareness for home emergency management is important. May 3rd to 9th is Emergency Preparedness Week. A family emergency plan is an investment in having peace of mind.

This article offers parents a guideline to determine if their children are prepared for kindergarten.

When a natural disaster, such as a hurricane strikes, an at home emergency kit can provide the essentials for survival.

Risk reduction and psychological readiness is little practiced, yet able to make a difference in both willingness to prepare and in recovery resilience.

Staff and volunteers from Vancouver's St. Paul's Hospital recently participated in its largest and most in-depth functional emergency exercise in preparation for 2010.

Ideas on how to develop a personal disaster plan for use in a manmade or a natural disaster.

Having a disaster kit for pets is a good idea, particularly for those who live in areas that are prone to earthquakes, hurricanes, floods, or wildfires.

When disaster strikes it's important to have everything you need ready to go in a 72 hour kit for people and pets.

Because a good deal of the fun is tied up in their recreational vehicle and other gear, RVers should consider what equipment is essential for a safe & satisfying trip.

Older Americans have different concerns that need to be addressed in order to be prepared for an emergency.

As a group, these focus on building resilience, information, and empowerment before, during, and after emergencies. Activities 1-4 are in this installment.

Staying in an evacuation shelter is not something anyone wants to do, but in an emergency it may be necessary. Learn what to bring with you and how to cope in a crisis.

Powerful tropical storms and hurricanes can cause massive destruction, power outages, flooding, fires and human casualties. Be prepared and stay safe.

As a group, these focus on building resilience, information, and empowerment before, during, and after emergencies. Activities 5-8 in this installment.

Whether the disaster involves losing prescription drugs, a hurricane, or identity theft, contingency planning should be part of every RV traveler's preparations.

Learn how to prepare a disaster kit for cats, dogs and small animals to ensure all the family pets stay safe this hurricane season.

Precautions can be taken, but the chances of contracting the swine flu are still likely. In the event of illness, be prepared for the flu pandemic.

Two generations of children have reached adulthood in the United States without smallpox vaccinations. As immunity declines, nearly all Americans are susceptible.

The Federalist "Roman Doctrine" featuring increased defense spending improving the army & navy were eliminated by Jefferson, leading to poor military preparation in 1812.

A book called the Wine and Chocolate Evacuation Plan by Brenda Barnes provides a detailed, take-action approach to emergency preparedness.

The US Department of Homeland Security's Ready America website lists "Get a Kit" as the first step in preparing for emergencies.

A broken shroud or stay is a major headache on a sailboat. Colligo Synthetic Systems has put together a replacement kit that would come in handy after a shroud breaks.

This story offers options for fire and natural disaster home insurance in light of the California wildfires of 2007. Safety and prevention tips are also included.

Prepare for a swine flu infection in the household by making hand washing a habit, checking supplies, reviewing sick leave and learning about severe swine flu symptoms.

As the ominous clouds of Hurricane Gustav rolled into Louisiana on Labor Day, Gulf Coast pets were much better prepared than were pets of New Orleans when Katrina hit.

Assembling an emergency kit takes a bit of planning and preparation, but the results are worth the trouble and will give you peace of mind.

With a little preparation, drivers can assemble basic supplies which will ensure peace of mind and safety on the road.

Since disaster can take various, often unforeseeable forms, the disaster recovery coordinator plays a key role in the continuing health and prosperity of an organization.

Increase the chance of your family's survival and greatly decrease hardship in the first few days following a major earthquake by being well prepared in advance.

Give advance thought to how you will take care of your pets as well as your family if storms affect your ability to provide water, food or housing.

Southern British Columbia is unique to any other region in the province. Before planning a road trip, a safe ride requires vehicle preparation.

As the number of cases of swine flu, or H1N1, increases, many companies are responding with pandemic policies, including limiting business travel and virtual meetings.

For two years, intelligence reports have shown that America will be the target of another terrorist attack. Terrorism experts question whether the country will be ready.

A small stash of items in the trunk help families lead active lifestyles without having to go home to retrieve items. What every family should have in theirs.

Be prepared for the power outage and lack of heat that can follow a severe winter storm. Preparedness means more than having a backup generator and cozy wool blankets.

Get helpful tips to make an emergency kit. Find out how an earthquake kit can help families transition through the first 72 hours after a natural disaster.

After the success of the 2008 earthquake drill with 5.5 million participants, the California ShakeOut is now an annual event held on the third Thursday of October.

Auditor General Shelia Fraser says the federal government's plan for emergency preparedness is unclear. Her recent report stressed weaknesses and suggested alternatives

Many prepare for big disasters, but smaller everyday emergencies can be solved with a homemade car kit full of items used & needed daily by individuals, families & kids.

Chaos often ensues when the fire department or the National Weather Service gives the mandate to evacuate. But in ten minutes, a way of life can be saved.

Straight-line winds can cause damage to trees and property with wind gusts as forceful as a tornado. These winds give almost no warning and are unpredictable.

The swine flu epidemic was declared a phase 6 pandemic by the World Health Organization in June. Learn what that means, get swine flu facts, and find vaccine information.

Buying a tire patch kit might not be enough. This article looks at the tools and parts necessary to fix common bike breakdowns.

Many new parents are worried about whether they can really afford to have a baby.

Days before a hurricane strikes there is time to evacuate safely. Having a list of items to pack makes this task less stressful on everyone involved.

Hurricane preparations early in the season and even prior to the season are essential to being ready when a storm is preparing to come onshore.

International Standard ISO 14001 regulates the creation and implementation of environmental management systems. Using ISO 14001 can improve sustainability outcomes.