Author: Red Cross Cascades Region
Pie Can Save Your Life
As seen on the Portland Pie-Off Blog: When you’re about to drown in Monday paperwork, a sweet, summery cherry filling can save the day. And how many pumpkin pies have […]
Swim Lessons: Safe For Infants?
I don’t make a habit of reading the American Academy of Pediatrics’ (AAP) policy statements, but I did once work for a children’s hospital, so it’s not entirely unfamiliar territory. […]
Is your dog walker/pet sitter certified in Pet First Aid?
A few weeks ago I had a very sick cat – multiple meds, multiple times a day kind of sick. So when I had to leave town for a weekend, […]
Meet Our Volunteers: Tony Valdez
Read about how Tony warms up our fire desk
Swine Flu: Preparing For A Comeback
Out of sight, out of mind. The moment we stopped seeing photos like this: …was the moment that most of us forgot about H1N1, better known as “swine flu.” But, […]
Nominate Your “Everyday Hero”
We’ve all got heroes. And whether they are our parents or those in our community, they deserve some special recognition, don’t you think? Now KATU TV is recognizing “Everyday Heroes” […]
Smoke Alarm FAIL
This photo — from the There, I Fixed It blog — kind of says it all: Note that we do not recommend this solution to the problem. We do, however, […]
Prepare-aphernalia: Would You Sleep In A Pod?
I figure Friday is the perfect day to drag out the weird and wacky stuff – like this “earthquake-resistant” bed. I’ve gotta say I dig the concept, and it might […]
Give Whole Blood, See Half-Blood
I have a secret: I love Harry Potter. I’m not obsessed by any means, like some people I know. I haven’t read any of the books, but I absolutely adore […]
CPR For Cats, By Cats.
Soon I’m taking up cat-sitting duty, including daily walks with a leash. Therefore, I couldn’t resist! …..the lolcat: