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Consejos para disfrutar la época navideña con seguridad
Last Updated on July 9, 2024 by Daily News Staff
Distintas formas para evitar incendios en el hogar
(Family Features) Cuando se aproxima la temporada festiva, comienzan las reuniones con familiares y amigos. Debido al mayor uso de la cocina, los accesorios de decoración y los clásicos rituales con velas y llamas, en diciembre aumenta drásticamente el riesgo de que se produzcan incendios en el hogar y, como consecuencia, las quemaduras en niños.
Las tradiciones navideñas podrían causar un devastador incendio cuando hay niños pequeños en el hogar. La Administración de Incendios de Estados Unidos ha publicado informes que indican que se producen alrededor de 128.700 incendios en diciembre, lo que se traduce en 415 muertos y 1.650 heridos.
Concientización sobre incendios
Según el Dr. David Herndon, M.D., que se desempeña en Shriners Hospitals for Children® en Galveston, existen tres tipos de quemaduras pediátricas que son frecuentes durante las festividades. Se incluyen las quemaduras por vapor o líquidos calientes, el contacto con objetos calientes o llamas y las quemaduras por descarga eléctrica. Si conoce este tipo de lesiones comunes y la manera de evitarlas, podría mantener a su familia a salvo durante esta época festiva.
Consejos de seguridad contra incendios durante los días festivos
Cuide a sus seres queridos y prepárese para los días festivos con anticipación con estos simples consejos de seguridad contra incendios del hospital pediátrico Shriners Hospitals for Children:
Decoración festiva
- Asegúrese de que su árbol se encuentre, por lo menos, a tres (3) pies de distancia de fuentes de calor, como chimeneas, radiadores, calefactores, velas o rejillas de calefacción.
- Si tiene un árbol natural en la casa, manténgalo bien regado y retírelo una vez finalizadas las fiestas o cuando se seque.
Iluminación festiva
- Cada año, antes de utilizar las luces navideñas, contrólelas para detectar cables pelados, perforaciones, retorcimiento o desgaste excesivo.
- Antes de introducir el cable en el tomacorriente, conecte las luces a un cable de extensión.
El cuidado de las velas
- Considere el uso de velas a batería, es decir, velas sin llama.
- Nunca deje velas encendidas sin la supervisión de un adulto. Asegúrese de que los soportes de las velas encendidas sean estables, y que estén ubicados en un lugar donde no puedan ser derribados fácilmente.
Cocina navideña
- Cocinar es la principal causa de incendios en el hogar y de heridas por quemaduras: recomendamos estar atento cuando cocine alimentos fritos.
- Permanezca cerca de la sartén, y oriente los mangos de las ollas hacia la parte posterior del hornillo para que los niños no puedan alcanzarlos.
- Cocine con prendas de mangas cortas o enrolle las mangas largas.
- Mantenga cerca la tapa de la sartén o la bandeja para horno para cubrir la sartén si comienza a incendiarse.
Esté preparado
Para proteger a sus seres queridos, asegúrese de que su casa cuente con detectores de humo y extintores de incendios. La época navideña es el momento ideal para cambiar las baterías de los detectores de humo y para comprobar el buen funcionamiento de los extintores de incendios.
Prepare un plan de escape para su familia, y siempre cocine con cuidado. Lo más importante es que si usted o su hijo sufre algún tipo de quemadura, debe consultar a un médico de inmediato.
Cuidado de quemaduras por pediatras especializados
Desde que el hospital pediátrico Shriners Hospitals for Children comenzó el tratamiento de quemaduras, se ha duplicado la tasa de supervivencia de niños con quemaduras en más de un 50% de su superficie corporal. Hoy en día, los pacientes con quemaduras en el 90% de su cuerpo pueden sobrevivir y llevar vidas plenas y productivas.
Estos hospitales brindan atención y cuidados críticos, quirúrgicos y de rehabilitación para quemaduras pediátricas, independientemente de la capacidad de su familia para pagar por la atención recibida. Cada centro de atención de personas con quemaduras cuenta con personal y equipo de excelente calidad para realizar cirugías reconstructivas y reparadoras en quemaduras cicatrizadas, y ofrece distintos tratamientos para otras afecciones de la piel.
Atención más allá de las cuatro paredes
El personal atiende las necesidades médicas y emocionales de cada niño, así como también las necesidades y preocupaciones de la familia a lo largo del proceso. Un equipo multidisciplinario trabaja en estrecha colaboración con el paciente y la familia para ofrecer apoyo durante la recuperación del niño y la transición a la escuela y la vida familiar.
El hospital pediátrico Shriners Hospitals for Children, con 22 centros en Estados Unidos, Canadá y México, brinda atención de avanzada para niños con problemas ortopédicos, quemaduras, lesiones de columna, labio leporino y paladar hendido. Obtenga más información en www.shrinershospitalsforchildren.org.
El regalo de la prevención
La época navideña es un buen momento para tomar conciencia de la seguridad de familiares y amigos. Rellene las clásicas medias navideñas o coloque debajo del árbol regalos originales para sus seres queridos. A continuación, encontrará algunas ideas para sorprenderlos:
Escalera de escape
La Asociación Nacional de Protección contra Incendios recomienda a los propietarios que guarden una escalera de escape en cada habitación que esté por encima de la planta baja. Muchos modelos se guardan fácilmente debajo de la cama o en el armario.
Detector de humo
Algunos modelos nuevos de detectores de humo ofrecen tecnologías avanzadas, como mensajes de texto cuando se detecta algún riesgo o cuando las pilas se están agotando.
Velas sin llama
La vela es uno de los productos más regalados: una vela sin llama es una manera más segura de ambientar un cuarto.
Extintor de incendios
Este equipo de seguridad sería una adición útil para la cocina, el garaje o el taller.
Pilas
Rellene las medias con muchas pilas para asegurarse de que los detectores de humo funcionen correctamente por mucho tiempo.
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Win Busy Weeknights with a One-Pan Meal
Skip the holiday cooking stress with this easy Cheesy Spinach Chicken Bake. Ready in 30 minutes using rotisserie chicken, this one-pan meal is perfect for busy weeknights and easily adapts with broccoli or cauliflower swaps.
Win Busy Weeknights with a One-Pan Meal
(Family Features) If the holiday season has you avoiding the kitchen at all costs, a one-pan weeknight meal that’s equal parts filling, satisfying and simple can let you spend more time with loved ones and less time at the counter. Turn to Cheesy Spinach Chicken Bake that can easily be adapted to your family’s tastes by swapping out spinach for broccoli or cauliflower. To find more holiday season solutions, visit Culinary.net.
Cheesy Spinach Chicken Bake
Recipe courtesy of “Cookin’ Savvy” Servings: 4-6- 2 cups chopped rotisserie chicken
- 10 ounces frozen spinach, thawed and drained
- 15 ounces ricotta cheese
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon lemon thyme
- Heat oven to 375 F.
- Cut rotisserie chicken and spinach into bite-sized pieces. In baking dish, mix chicken and spinach with ricotta cheese.
- Add mozzarella, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder and lemon thyme. Mix well then bake 30 minutes.
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Three Legends Unite: HexClad and Still G.I.N. Drop Game-Changing Cocktail Shaker
Gordon Ramsay, Dr. Dre, and Snoop Dogg unite for the HexClad x Still G.I.N. Cocktail Shaker. Premium design meets cultural innovation in this $99 limited-edition collaboration available now.
Last Updated on December 7, 2025 by Daily News Staff
Hexclad, Still G.I.N. Unveil First-Ever Collaboration, Bringing Gordon Ramsay, Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg Together For A Next-Gen Cocktail Shaker
Three Legends Unite: HexClad and Still G.I.N. Drop Game-Changing Cocktail Shaker
When Gordon Ramsay Meets Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg, Magic Happens
In a collaboration that nobody predicted but everyone’s talking about, HexClad and Still G.I.N. by Dre and Snoop just dropped something special: a cocktail shaker that’s equal parts precision engineering and cultural statement. This isn’t just another bar tool. It’s the first time Gordon Ramsay, Dr. Dre, and Snoop Dogg have joined forces, bringing together HexClad’s revolutionary cookware expertise with Still G.I.N.’s modern approach to premium spirits. The result? A next-gen cocktail shaker that’s as functional as it is iconic.Design That Demands Attention
The HexClad x Still G.I.N. Cocktail Shaker was crafted by celebrated industrial designer Ini Archibong, who pulled inspiration from two distinct visual languages: the striking geometry of the Still G.I.N. bottle and HexClad’s signature hexagon pattern. The fusion creates something modern, sculptural, and unmistakably premium. But this isn’t just about looks. The shaker features:- Double-wall, vacuum-insulated stainless steel that keeps your cocktails ice-cold without dilution
- Hex-textured exterior for a luxe grip and visual edge
- Discreet measurement markers inside the cap for precision pours every time
Where Innovation Meets Culture
“This collaboration bridges innovation, culture, and craftsmanship in a way that feels like a true expression of both brands,” said Danny Winer, HexClad CEO and Co-Founder. “Gordon, Dre, and Snoop each set their own bar for excellence, and bringing their worlds together through this product is something we’re incredibly proud of.” Patrick Halbert, CEO of By Dre and Snoop, echoed that sentiment: “What connects Still G.I.N. and HexClad is a commitment to design, innovation, and products that actually perform. We built our gin to be supremely mixable, whether you’re making classic gin cocktails or using it in something unexpected. This shaker captures that same versatility and attention to detail.”The Campaign: Cooking Meets Beats
To launch the collaboration, Gordon Ramsay and Dr. Dre will star in a dynamic commercial spot created by KODE MEDIA and directed by Peter Franklyn Banks. The ad draws clever parallels between culinary craft and musical artistry, blending humor with the shared ethos of both brands: rebellion, innovation, and excellence.Get Yours Before They’re Gone
Available exclusively at HexClad.com in both Gold and Chrome finishes for $99, the HexClad x Still G.I.N. Cocktail Shaker is now shipping to the US, Canada, UK, Germany, and Australia. Just in time for the holidays, this is the gift that’ll make any home bartender’s season. Whether you’re shaking up a classic gin martini or experimenting with modern cocktail creations, this shaker is engineered to perform while carrying the energy of three cultural icons who’ve never settled for ordinary.
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About the Brands
HexClad has been redefining modern cooking since 2016 with its patented hybrid technology that combines stainless steel with nonstick performance. Named to the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies from 2023-2025, the LA-based brand has built a passionate global following by empowering cooks with products that break rules and challenge convention. By Dre and Snoop launched in 2024 with the innovative Gin & Juice canned cocktail line, followed by Still G.I.N., their first pure premium bottled spirit. Still G.I.N. took home Masters Medal honors at the 2025 Gin Masters Awards, proving that when legends collaborate, excellence follows. Distributed nationally by Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits, both products pay homage to the duo’s cultural legacy while pushing spirits innovation forward.Ready to elevate your cocktail game? Head to HexClad.com and grab this limited-edition shaker before it’s gone. Because when three legends come together, you don’t wait—you shake things up. Visit: https://dreandsnoop.com/products/still-gin
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Mr. Drain Plumbing’s “Flush Away Hunger” Drive Shows How Small Acts Create Big Impact
Mr. Drain Plumbing’s inaugural “Flush Away Hunger” food drive collected donations for the Orangevale-Fair Oaks Food Bank, proving local businesses can mobilize communities to fight food insecurity through simple, sustainable charitable initiatives.
Mr. Drain Plumbing’s “Flush Away Hunger” Drive Shows How Small Acts Create Big Impact
When a Sacramento plumbing company decided to tackle more than just clogged drains this November, they proved that community support doesn’t require grand gestures—just genuine commitment and a willingness to show up. Mr. Drain Plumbing recently wrapped up its inaugural “Flush Away Hunger” canned food drive, a three-week initiative that brought customers and employees together to support local families facing food insecurity during the Thanksgiving season. Running from November 1st through 20th, the friendly competition collected shelf-stable items for the Orangevale–Fair Oaks Food Bank, turning everyday plumbing appointments into opportunities for meaningful community impact.A Competition That Everyone Wins
The drive’s format was simple but effective: customers and team members competed to see who could donate the most non-perishable items. To sweeten the deal, Mr. Drain offered customers who donated four or more items a 10% discount on their next plumbing service—a small thank-you that encouraged participation while keeping the focus where it belonged: on helping neighbors in need. “This time of year can be especially difficult for many families, and we’re grateful to everyone who joined us in giving what they could,” said Patrick Fee, Co-Founder of Mr. Drain. “Our goal wasn’t to pat ourselves on the back, but simply to make a difference in our community. It all starts with small acts, and we’re honored to be part of that effort.”High Demand Marks “Veggies for Veterans” Event Amid SNAP Delays
Why Local Food Banks Need Year-Round Support
While Thanksgiving and the winter holidays often inspire charitable giving, food insecurity doesn’t take a vacation. The Orangevale–Fair Oaks Food Bank serves local households throughout the year, providing not just food but resources and hope to families navigating difficult circumstances. Mr. Drain’s initiative highlights an important truth: businesses have the power to mobilize their communities in ways that extend far beyond their core services. By integrating charitable giving into their everyday operations, they created a model that’s both sustainable and scalable—one that other local businesses could easily adapt.Small Acts, Lasting Impact
What makes the “Flush Away Hunger” drive particularly noteworthy isn’t just the donations collected, but the approach behind it. Rather than positioning themselves as saviors, Mr. Drain framed the initiative as a community effort—one where customers, employees, and the company itself all played a role. This kind of grassroots engagement matters. It reminds us that supporting our neighbors doesn’t require wealth or influence—just awareness, empathy, and action. Whether it’s donating canned goods during a plumbing appointment or volunteering at a local food bank, every contribution adds up.Continuing the Momentum
As the holiday season continues, Mr. Drain is encouraging Sacramento-area residents to keep supporting the Orangevale–Fair Oaks Food Bank and other local nonprofits. The need doesn’t disappear when the decorations come down, and sustained community support is what allows these organizations to fulfill their missions year-round. For businesses looking to make a difference, Mr. Drain’s approach offers a blueprint: start where you are, use what you have, and invite your community to join you. The results might surprise you.About Mr. Drain Plumbing
Mr. Drain Plumbing provides residential and commercial plumbing services throughout the Sacramento area, specializing in water heater repair, hydro-jetting, trenchless pipe replacement, and more. Their fully insured team combines advanced technology with a commitment to customer satisfaction and community engagement. To learn more about Mr. Drain Plumbing, visit mrdrainplumbers.com. For current seasonal specials and coupons, check out their coupons page.Looking for ways to support your local community this holiday season? Consider donating to the Orangevale–Fair Oaks Food Bank or reaching out to nonprofits in your area to see how you can help.
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