Reducing the Spread of Infection: Hand Washing
Why Wash? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “Hand washing is the single most effective way to prevent the spread of infection.” Washing hands correctly reduces the […]
COVID-19 and Animals
Acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) is commonly known as COVID-19. This coronavirus seems to have originated from animal sources. It is theorized that it originated in bats (Rhinolophus affinis) […]
Remaining Coronavirus Calm
As the fears associated with the coronavirus swirl around us, it is easy to get swept up. Some of the most common fears are related to our health, the health […]
Should You Raise Chickens? Eight Things to Consider
In difficult economic times, many people consider purchasing chickens as part of their domestic safety net. Raising chickens, however, is distinctly different than stocking up on food storage or bottled […]
Cleaning with the Coronavirus in Mind
Practicing good hygiene, washing hands for at least 20 seconds, covering a cough or sneeze and avoiding contact with others are all important steps to help thwart the spread of […]
Is it Safe to Eat Restaurant Foods During Coronavirus Concerns?
According to the US Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and International World Health Organization (WHO), there is no evidence to support transmission of COVID-19 through food. Take-out or delivery foods […]
Tips for Controlling Fear and Anxiety in a Crisis
Are you feeling afraid, nervous or anxious about the coronavirus and other catastrophes? If so, you are not alone. A threat such as this may only happen once in a […]
What You Can do to Help Children Cope with a Disaster? (Or the Coronavirus)
Talk to your children: Kids worry more when they’re kept in the dark (Ehmke, 2020) Not talking about something can make kids worry more. As a parent, our goals are […]
Tips for Earthquake Readiness
With the recent earthquake near Salt Lake City, many people are wondering how they can be prepared if there are more to come. Aftershocks following the initial earthquake may occur […]
Discover 4-H At Home
Due to school cancellations, parents now have extended time with children. Rather than viewing it as a sentence, look at it as an opportunity with your child that you may […]