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Boating Safety | U.S. Coast Guard
Find recalls and general safety and regulation information for boating.
Swimming Safety | Red Cross
Advice for keeping adults, children, and inexperienced swimmers safe.
Road Safety | National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Keeping drivers, passengers, pedestrians, and cyclists safe. Plus vehicle safety.
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Consumer Product Information Database
Searchable database that lists the chemical ingredients in household products.
Consumer Protection | Nolo
Legal experts address topics including credit cards, car buying, insurance, and more.
Food & Drug
Drug Safety | U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Information about proper drug use, safety, storage, and disposal.
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Food Safety | U.S. Department of Agriculture
How to safely buy, prepare, and store food.
Food Safety | U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Food recalls, foodborne illness, safety alerts, dietary supplements, and more.
Restaurant Inspection Scores | City of Austin
Learn how your favorite eateries rate when it comes to safety and cleanliness.
Internet Safety
Safe Browsing | Google
Search a particular website or URL to find out if it's safe or malicious.
Introduction to Internet Safety | GCF Global
Learn how to stay safe online by spotting and avoiding risks like spam and malware.
Online Privacy and Security | Federal Trade Commission
Articles, videos, and infographics to help learn about staying safe online.
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Evaluating Internet Health Info | MedLine Plus
Learn how to evaluate online health information.
Website Evaluation Guide | EasyBib
This document identifies the characteristics of a credible website.
Books
Eating Dangerously
Food-borne illnesses and tips for staying protected.
Do You Really Need That Pill?
How to avoid drug side effects and interactions.
Safe Kids, Smart Parents
What parents need to know to keep their children safe.
Just in Case
Learn how to prepare for the unexpected.
Fight Like a Girl... and Win
Self-defense for women.
Raising a Screen-Smart Kid
Expert advice on raising kids in our constantly connected world.
The Disaster-Ready Home
Create an emergency preparedness plan to weather out any storm.
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