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Disaster

How to Make a Plan for Emergencies in College

by Caroline Mubiru, American Red Cross, Social Engagement Intern, Summer 2019 September 16, 2019September 16, 2019

I must confess, before I started interning with the Red Cross, I didn’t think about what kind of action plan I would have in case of emergencies in my dorm …

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Preparedness

QUIZ: What’s Your Summer Personality Type?

by American Red Cross July 11, 2018

Summer is a great season to spend some quality time with your loved ones. Whether that time is spent indoors or out in the sun, unexpected things can happen. But …

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Blood

How to Prevent Mosquito and Tick Bites This Summer

by American Red Cross May 31, 2018

Don’t let mosquitoes and ticks ruin your carefree summer fun Summer is almost here, which means more time outdoors for activities like camping, hiking, swimming, picnicking and barbecuing. But more …

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Health & Safety

How to Deal With the Dog Days of Summer

by Sarah Layton August 10, 2016August 9, 2016

Drink more water than usual. “Done.” -Pippa Avoid too much direct sunshine. Pippa demos how you might feel, should you not follow this tip. Take frequent breaks if you must …

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Health & Safety

How I Avoid Accidentally Leaving My Baby in a Hot Car

by Sarah Layton August 2, 2016August 3, 2016

It’s 95 degrees in Washington at the time of writing. I myself don’t want to step outside, let alone tote my 7-month-old baby around. My wiggly little guy absolutely hates …

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Easing the Hearts and Minds of Military Children

by American Red Cross July 21, 2016July 21, 2016

A version of this post, by Bill Fortune, originally appeared on the Colorado Red Cross’ blog. The excitement was everywhere. The conversations were lively. The laughter was contagious. The noise level elevated. …

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Health & Safety

Are You Ready for Your Summer Camping Adventure?

by Emily Tuite July 13, 2016September 8, 2016

It’s that time of year again – camping season! Can you picture it? Pitching the tent, jumping in the lake, and most importantly, setting up the bonfire for nighttime s’mores and …

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Health & Safety

Summer Safety Myths, Busted! (New Podcast)

by Sarah Layton July 29, 2015July 30, 2015

  Check Out Education Podcasts at Blog Talk Radio with The Barton Report on BlogTalkRadio   The Barton Report from the American Red Cross has summer safety on our minds. …

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Health & Safety

6 Tips for Summer Road Trips: As Told by the One in the Backseat

by Sarah Layton July 1, 2015September 8, 2016

Post by Sam Roth, American Red Cross Social Engagement Intern  Summer has officially started, and is arguably the greatest season of the year (at least to this Red Cross intern!). With …

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Blood

Blood Recipient Profile: Joshua Dri and Summer Blood Donations

by Sarah Layton June 25, 2015June 23, 2015

Summer can be a busy time of year with family vacations, pool parties and other fun activities. But patients like 6-year-old Joshua Dri, of Cumming, Georgia, don’t get a summer …

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