Our favorite parts of BBQ Season are being outside with family and friends, and of course enjoying fantastic food. But undercooking meat or eating meat that wasn’t prepared properly can put a huge damper on a fun day. To ensure your meal is the best it can be, follow these tips from the Oakland County Health Division. Continue reading
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Thanksgiving Safety Tips 2016
Thanksgiving is fast approaching! Family, food and football all make the day a special one. Take a look at the list of tips we’ve gathered to help your day run smooth and safe.
- For every 4-5 lbs. of turkey, it takes 24 hours to thaw in the refrigerator.
- Cold water thawing takes about 30 minutes per pound.
- Microwave thaw – follow microwave manufacturers direction, cook immediately.
Halloween Health and Safety Tips from the CDC
Check out these helpful Halloween Health & Safety Tips from Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
We know our Oakland County Trick-or-Treaters will find this very useful!
Fall celebrations like Halloween and Harvest Day are fun times for children, who can dress up in costumes, enjoy parties, and eat yummy treats. These celebrations also provide a chance to give out healthy snacks, get physical activity, and focus on safety.
Check out these tips to help make the festivities fun and safe for trick-or-treaters and party guests.
Going trick-or-treating?
Swords, knives, and other costume accessories should be short, soft, and flexible.
Avoid trick-or-treating alone. Walk in groups or with a trusted adult.
Fasten reflective tape to costumes and bags to help drivers see you.
Examine all treats for choking hazards and tampering before eating them. Limit the amount of treats you eat.
Thanksgiving Safety Tips
Thanksgiving is right around the corner and it’s a time for family fun, good food and maybe a Detroit Lions win? Don’t ruin a great day with a Thanksgiving mishap. Use these tips to help your day run smoothly: Continue reading
10 Safe Tailgating Tips
It’s football season in Oakland County and that means lots of friends, food, football, and fun! While having fun, throwing the old pigskin around, and connecting with friends and fans, it’s important to stay safe. Use these tips to avoid injuries and help make your day run a little smoother. Continue reading