If your family is planning a painting project for the home and need to use paint thinner, here are some things to consider. Paint thinner can be a dangerous and toxic product if not used and stored properly. The greatest threat it poses is on the lungs. Hydrocarbons found in the paint thinner can enter the lungs and cause serious damage to the throat and mouth. Those exposed have often shown symptoms of nausea and vomiting, and a harder time breathing. Heavy exposure has been known to cause brain and nerve damage in the most severe cases. (more…)
March 19, 2021
Many advancements have been made in the way that the water we encounter on a regular basis is filtered and decontaminated. However, despite these advancements, a number of families around the world are still exposed to contaminated water every year. Different viruses, bacteria and parasites can infiltrate our surrounding bodies of water which in turn can seep into our homes’ water sources. For this reason, it’s imperative to follow the best practices and invest in treatment processes that ensure your family is receiving uncontaminated water at home. 
If you’re a parent with a young child, you may know the struggle of getting him or her to brush their teeth twice a day. You may also experience some trouble when asking your child to help with any chore to be honest, but brushing their teeth tends to be one of the hardest challenges for young children around the world. It’s such a problem in fact, that nearly half of all children in America experience some form of tooth decay between the ages of 2 and 11. For the sake of their oral health in the long run, it’s imperative for parents to begin encouraging their children to brush regularly and establish these brushing habits as soon as possible. When these habits are established early, children are more likely to grow up having the strongest, healthiest teeth they can. 
Any school administrator or even school principal may state that teacher parent conferences are usually a logistical frustration. Organizing parent and teacher itineraries will take hours of time for office managers and secretaries. Occasionally, teachers along with other faculty should get involved to make sure that scheduling conflicts can be resolved and everyone gets a convenient time slot. 
