Bullying

By: Ishmel Brown-Crawford Did you know that according to Dr. Michele Borba, about 160,000 students miss school every day because they believe that they will be bullied? Bullying is defined as “the act of intimidating a weaker person to make them do something”. This is a major problem that many children face. Today I will … Read more

Technology Dangers and Risks for Teens

  By: Moriah Raymond Oh, technology. One of mankind’s greatest advancements. A great tool if used with caution and the right motive. But put into the hands of a careless or malicious individual, can be used for harm. Take a look at social networking sites, for instance: Facebook, Myspace, Twitter, all meant to connect friends … Read more

Nutrition

By: Joseph Connor What is Nutrition? Nutrition is the provision of materials necessary to support life. The cells in your body need these materials in order to keep your body running efficiently and effectively. And, of course, we get these materials from the food and liquids we consume. The first part that you have to … Read more

New technology risks

Electronic Security The information I’m about to provide was based on an e-mail I received a couple of weeks back.  I have not been able to confirm the information, yet, it makes sense to me that someone will use the techniques.  Therefore, consider that while the new technological advances are making our lifes easier there … Read more

Test Your First-Aid Knowledge

1. A car accident occurs in front of your school. You want to help those injured. What is the first thing that you should check for? 2. Once you determine that you may not be able to provide as much assistance as needed to an injured or ill person, what should you do? 3. Why … Read more

Self Defense Tips

I. PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES FOR TRANSPORTATION A. Public Transportation (buses, taxies, subways, trains) 1. Do not fall asleep on any of the above modes of transportation; stay awake and alert at all times. 2. Do not flash valuables; jewelry, etc. 3. Keep all valuables in front of body. 4. Keep a distance from path of upcoming … Read more

Safety for Women

Hi, everyone! I just finished taking the most amazing self-defense class, sponsored by Shandwick, and I wanted to share some really valuable info with you before it goes out of my head. The guy who taught the class has a female friend who was attacked last year in the parking garage at Westport Plaza in … Read more

Blood and Open Wounds

People react to the sight of blood in different ways. Some may wonder if it’s serious, does it need stitches, or is it dangerous to me as the rescuer? Others feel that it is just disgusting. But that’s because they don’t understand blood. Before we can answer any of the above fears or questions, we … Read more