While Valentine’s Day may be over, it’s not too late to show yourself some love. Flowers, chocolates, and stuffed animals are all nice things to receive, but nothing compares to the gift of getting a clean bill of health. Each February, the American Heart Association aims to shed light on preventative measures and strategies to stay healthy through the celebration of American Heart Month. While this month helps get important conversations started, it is up to each of us to keep our health a priority all year long. Placing a high emphasis on health often strengthens as we age; however, it is best to encourage the adoption of healthy habits during childhood. 

Brr… It’s cold outside! With winter now upon us, the need for home heating sources is on the rise. Sadly, half of home heating fires tend to occur during the months of December, January, and February. Heating equipment, including space heaters and heating stoves, is one of the leading causes of home fire deaths.