House fires are common in cold months. If you must use a space heater, make sure it is at least three feet away from anything that could be flammable. Do not plug space heaters into a power strip or surge protector. Plug them directly into the wall plug.

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Carbon monoxide poisoning is common in winter months especially if gas stoves, appliances, fireplaces and furnaces are not properly maintained. If you start feeling a headache, nausea or weakness, these are early signs. Call 911 for help immediately and get out into fresh air. Do not wait for symptoms to worsen.

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Slips and falls are common in the cold months. Prepare your walkways using an ice melting compound. If possible, use handrails as you walk on slippery surfaces, and wear boots with non-skid soles. If you have a fall and hit your head or have a loss of consciousness, you should be seen in the Emergency Room. A good neuromuscular massage can lessen the effects of stiff and sore muscles after a fall.

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Being stranded in a vehicle can be hazardous until help arrives. If you leave the car running, make sure the tail pipe is clear of snow. Prepare by using a good antifreeze, changing out the wiper blades and use snow tires, if needed. Put together a “cold bag” to stay in the trunk that includes extra layers — hats, gloves, socks, jackets and blankets. Include a first-aid kid and non-perishable snacks. A bag of kitty litter can be helpful for traction. Keep a phone charger in the console, and charge up your phone soon after you get stranded to make sure it’s charged if you have to wait for rescue.

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Hypothermia can happen even in relatively warm temperatures if you’re not prepared to be out in the cold for an extended period of time. Shivering is an early sign of hypothermia. If you start feeling tired or confused, it is time to go inside and get warm.

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Hypothermia can happen even in relatively warm temperatures if you’re not prepared to be out in the cold for an extended period of time. Shivering is an early sign of hypothermia. If you start feeling tired or confused, it is time to go inside and get warm.

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Falling icicles are a hazard. Never walk under them and use a broom or other long-handled object to knock them down before they come down during warming weather.

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Shoveling snow can be hazardous if you’re not used to the level of cardio workout shoveling can generate. It can also leave you with aches and pains from sore muscles. A good neuromuscular massage can lessen the effects.

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