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FIRE PIT SAFETY TIPS

A NIGHT OF roasting marshmallows can go up in flames if you’re not
careful. Follow these safety tips to enjoy your fire pit for many nights to come.
»» Check with your local fire department before burning.
»» Avoid fires on dry, windy days.
»» Keep the fire attended by an adult at all times.
»» Do not use flammable fluids to start your fire.
»» Build your fire at least 25 feet away from any buildings or structures (including

decks, sheds, etc.)
»» Don’t build your fire underneath low-

hanging branches.
»» Surround your fire pit with stones or bricks.
»» If your fire pit has a lid, make sure not to

overload the bin with wood.
»» Put your fire out with water and stir the

embers with a shovel until they are wet and
cold to the touch.

NAVICENT HEALTH RELEASES 2016 S OOTHING SMELLS
REPORT TO OUR COMMUNITY OF CALM
CELEBRATING $80 MILLION IN DONATED
CARE AND ANNUAL GIVING SURROUNDING YOURSELF WITH the right
scent can lighten the mood and improve anxiety.
NAVICENT HEALTH A study published in the Journal of Korean
RECENTLY released Academy of Nursing examined the effect of
its 2016 Report to Our aromatherapy on high school students. It found
Community, revealing that the students were less stressed when they
it delivered $80 million used essential oils.
in uncompensated
and charity care in A separate study examined the effects of
2016—$10 million aromatherapy on patients who had heart
more than in previous surgery. The patients who received aromatherapy
years—and reaffirming slept better and were less anxious than those
the organization’s who didn’t receive aromatherapy.
commitment to safe,
quality care for all patients. If you’re looking for the perfect gift this
holiday season, consider giving the gift of
The report recapped the organization’s efforts to continue expanding its aromatherapy. Essential oils come from plants
ability to serve Georgians with the right care at the right time and in the such as lavender, lemon and ginger. During
right place—close to home. aromatherapy, essential oils are either inhaled
or applied to the skin. Always follow safety
“Our first priority is delivering the highest level of patient care—everything instructions for proper use.
we do is about our patients,” says Dr. Ninfa M. Saunders, FACHE, President
and CEO of Navicent Health. “We are committed to delivering the best care to WINTER 2017 | navicenthealth.org 15
as many patients as possible for a stronger Macon and a stronger region.”

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO SEE THE FULL REPORT, VISIT
WWW.NAVICENTHEALTH.ORG AND CHOOSE “OUR COMMUNITY
REPORTS” FROM THE “COMMUNITY” MENU.