Wednesday, January 23, 2013
The season's first blast of single-digit temperatures and subzero wind chills prompt warnings on what to do to be safe and during emergency situations.
As wind chills drop to 4 below Tuesday night and 8 below Wednesday night and temperatures go into the single digits both nights, the Illinois Tollway is also stepping up efforts to keep drivers safe. Hourly patrols will be conducted around the clock to ensure that motorists who might be stranded get help as quickly as possible. The effort will continue until the wind chill temperatures rise above zero, according to a news release from the agency. According to the most recent forecast, issued at 8 p.m. Tuesday by the National Weather Service in Romeoville, the overnight low Tuesday was predicted to be 5. Wind will be from west at 5 mph. Temperatures will climb during the day Wednesday, hitting an expected high of 24, the forecast said. …
Sunday, November 25, 2012
Ray Klump, a Lewis University professor and computer expert, offers these tips to avoid problems while online shopping.
So, you plan on doing a little shopping from your desk on the day that's unofficially been labeled Cyber Monday. Not a bad way to avoid the crowds and take a pass on circling the mall lot looking for a parking place and to avoid the lines at the registers as you try to make purchases, but there are pitfalls, too, says Dr. Ray Klump, Lewis University's director of the master of science in information security program. If you want to be safe, Klump offers these tips: 1. Make sure your computer's operating system, antivirus and anti-spyware software, and web browsers are up-to-date. Malware, such as viruses and rootkits, make their way into your system by taking advantage of vulnerabilities. Software vendors are constantly upgrading their …
Friday, January 20, 2012
If you have to travel during the winter storm, follow the tips offered by the Illinois Tollway.
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Friday, January 20, 2012
The Illinois Tollway’s fleet of 183 snowplows are ready for Friday’s expected snowstorm, according to Executive Director Kristi Lafleur. "The Illinois Tollway is ready to put our snow removal plans into action as soon as the snow hits the pavement," said Lafleur. "The safety of our customers is our top priority, and we are well prepared to respond to the snowfall expected throughout the day tomorrow." The tollway’s Snow Operations Center will open early Friday morning, according to a press release. To help with snow removal as the severe weather continues into Saturday, all temporary lane closures are cancelled between 7 a.m. Friday to 7 a.m. Saturday. The tollway also has tips for motorists who must travel during the winter wollop: "We …
Thursday, December 29, 2011
Silver Cross, CDC provide strategies for wellness.
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Thursday, December 29, 2011
As we prepare to ring in the New Year, we often reflect on our past accomplishments and how we can improve our life in the upcoming year. The holidays are a time to celebrate and give thanks, but they're also a time to be mindful of how we can improve our well-being and the health of our loved ones. By sharing these health and safety tips from the U. S. Centers of Disease Control and Prevention, you can ensure that you and your family are on the road to living a healthier and safer New Year. 1. Wash hands often to avoid spreading germs and getting sick. “Keeping hands clean is one of the most significant steps you can take to avoid getting sick and spreading germs to others,” said Dr. Daniel Checco, D.O., emergency medicine physician at …
Monday, November 21, 2011
Meijer’s dietitian Shari Steinbach and Silver Cross Hospital offer suggestions for how to safely indulge with the holiday staple.
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Monday, November 21, 2011
Thanksgiving cooking does not have to be stressful. With a few simple touches, a great turkey will serve as the cornerstone of a pleasing and sleep-inducing meal. Meijer’s Registered Dietitian Shari Steinbach put together advice and a few techniques to make a Thanksgiving turkey safely and with a lot of flavor. The bird can induce a great tryptophan coma among all of your relatives, including the ones you like. Buy the right size turkey People will need 1 pound of uncooked turkey for every guest. Add another half pound if you want leftovers. Proper cooking time Turkey thawing and safety tips What's the proper cooking temperature for turkey? Other turkey day dos and don'ts Silver Cross Hospital in Joliet offers the following tips to …
Friday, July 1, 2011
The staff at the hospital in Joliet near Shorewood wants you to stay out of the emergency room this weekend.
The Fourth of July is right around the corner, and along with it, all the holiday fun and peril it involves. The staff at Silver Cross Hospital hopes you won't be requiring medical attention on our nation's birthday, and shared some tips for keeping safe. Here they are: Traveling in your holiday plans? With more people on the roads during the holiday, it’s more important than ever to drive safely—which means being well rested, buckling up, observing speed limits and following the rules of the road. Also, carry a disaster supplies kit in your trunk and pay attention to the weather forecast for your destination. Weather Web sites can help you avoid storms that could impact your safety. If you plan on drinking, designate a driver who won’t …
