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Safety at home
Chemical safety in the home
Information on the safe use of harmful substances that may be in your home, and what to do if an accident happens
How to reduce trips and falls
How to reduce your chances of a trip or fall by following simple guidelines
Pollution control - asbestos removal
Find out what to do if you discover asbestos in your home, and how your local council can help
Taking care in winter
Help and advice about how to look after yourself and those around you when the temperature drops in the winter
Domestic gas installation and health and safety
Find out your rights and responsibilities where gas safety is concerned as a homeowner, tenant, landlord or gas installer
Hot weather advice
Long periods of hot and dry weather can lead to health problems for those who are vulnerable, but there are ways to deal with heat
Dealing with drinking water problems
Find out how the quality of drinking water is maintained, who to contact if you are worried about it and how your local council can help
Food hygiene (health and well-being section)
Discover some simple food hygiene tips to help prevent food poisoning
Protecting your belongings (young people section)
Ways to protect yourself from theft both inside and outside your home
Bogus callers and con-type burglaries (crime, justice and the law section)
Advice on reducing the risk of becoming a victim of bogus caller crime
Fire safety advice for parents and child carers (parents section)
Hints, tips and practical advice on making sure your child stays safe from fire in the home
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Fire Safety
Simple steps to protect you and your family from fire
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60 years of the NHS
Explore the history of the NHS as it marks its 60th anniversary
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