National Preparedness Month (NPM) was created to help people become aware of the potentials for emergencies and to help plan for the possibility of such events. Each September, the Ready Campaign and Citizens Corps., help …

On this fifth anniversary of hurricane Katrina, it is evident that the rebuilding of New Orleans represents what every man, woman, and child feels about home. A city that was nearly completely demolished, has now come back to near pre-hurricane status. the people of New Orleans have returned to rebuild their homes and business, and New Orleans is once again a thriving home and destination.

I’ve spent some time this morning researching any health hazards associated with crude oil that is spilling into the Gulf of Mexico. Articles and releases from departments of public health, OSHA, and even the EPA …