FEMA: Business Flu Preparedness

FEMA Private Sector Resilience Tip of the week 1/30/13: Businesses: update your flu preparedness checklist with emergency staffing, communications and health alerts during flu season. http://go.usa.gov/4Nc5.

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Don't Fumble on Your Emergency Preparedness Goals

This Sunday, the 49ers and Ravens will go head-to-head in Super Bowl XLVII. In honor of the game, OEM wants you to start tackling your emergency preparedness goals. Building Go Bags for each family member, collecting a three-day supply of food and water, and designating a meeting place are a few game-winning plays to keep you and your loved ones safe during an emergency. Don't fumble when your family is counting on you most - be ready in advance.

More information on how to get prepared
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Don't Over-Exert Yourself This Winter

Although we haven't seen much snow in New York City this winter, it's important to understand the hazards it can bring. For instance, cold weather can put an added strain on the heart, and a physical activity like shoveling snow could bring on a heart attack or make pre-existing conditions worse. To prevent overexertion, be sure to rest frequently and hydrate, and stop if you begin to feel lightheaded or dizzy. In addition, sweat that soaks through clothing in cold weather can lead to a rapid loss of body heat, so be sure to change wet clothes to stay warm and dry.

Get winter weather health and safety tips
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Give the Gift of Life

January is National Blood Donor Month and OEM encourages New Yorkers to make a difference by donating blood. One pint of donated blood can save up to three lives. Hospitals and blood banks need regular replenishment of blood, especially during the winter months when they are in short supply. Blood products are perishable - donated red cells only last 42 days and platelets last only five days - so it's important to donate regularly.

Donate blood today through the NY Blood Center
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Be a Ready New Yorker

Emergencies can happen at any time — are you ready for the next one? Find out by taking the Ready New Yorker of the Month quiz. Answer all five questions correctly for a chance to win a Go Bag filled with emergency supplies. One winner is picked from each borough, so take January's quiz to be among the first winners of 2013.

Take the latest Ready New Yorker of the Month quiz
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