It’s officially that time of year again: back-to-school. We know many of you may be getting your little ones ready for their first day, or settling into the groove of …
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What kind of fire safety volunteer are you?
As we get ready to Sound the Alarm to end home fires this fall, we’ll be needing help from volunteers just like you. Have you ever wondered what volunteer job …
5 Sun Safety Tips for Student Athletes
Thrilled to cheer on the Emerson Lions! As summer begins to dwindle down and schools start up again, so do fall sports and practices. I was raised on the Sunbelt, …
Red Cross Myth Busters: Tattoos and Blood Donation
By April Oppliger, American Red Cross Drew Thomas began giving blood when he was in college, but when he started getting tattoos, he assumed he could no longer give. That’s …
22 Safety Tips for Your First Apartment
At the beginning of the summer, I moved into my very first apartment. While it was exciting, it was also really nerve-wracking to move to a brand new city with a …
8 Tips to Remember When Traveling Abroad
Did you know that July is the most popular month for Americans to travel internationally? If past years are any indication, millions of U.S. citizens will set off on a …
20 Tips for Staying Safe as a Tourist This Summer
Earlier this summer I moved to Washington D.C., knowing no one else in the city. While moving solo to a new city is exciting, it can also be dangerous if …
A Father Leading By Example
By Keith Rhodes, American Red Cross North Texas Region CEO Every father wants to do the best he can for his children, and we often wonder if our efforts are good …
6 Safety Tips From a Sailboat Captain
By Beth Palma Beth is a charter sailboat captain sailing out of Bayfield, Wisconsin on Lake Superior. Beth, an American Red Cross volunteer, is passionate about water safety and sharing skills. …
Your Ticket to Giving Day: What Not to Miss on April 26
It’s finally here! Giving Day is this Wednesday, April 26. It’s a time for us to all come together for a 24 hour period to raise awareness for our critical …