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From self defense and first aid to bicycle safety and online dating, we answer your personal safety questions.

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Personal protection

Personal protection devices like pepper sprays and stun guns can open a window of escape if you’re ever attacked. Take a look at our guides outlining the best ways to stay safe at home, on campus, and everywhere in between.

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11/11/2025

The 5 Best Pepper Sprays for Self Defense

Find the right pepper spray to defend yourself. We review pricing, ease of use, and...

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12/15/2024

Top 5 best gun safes of 2026

Find the right gun safe for your home. We review pricing, security, and capacity of...

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01/14/2022

The Best Apps for Safely Walking Home Alone

UrSafe is the best app for safety when walking alone thanks to its automatic livestream...

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11/12/2025

The Best Personal Safety Devices for Every Situation

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11/12/2025

Best TASER and Stun Guns of 2026

Internet Security

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01/07/2024

The Best Password Manager for All Your Devices

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06/27/2023

Best Antivirus for Android

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Rebecca Edwards

10/07/2025

10 Cybersecurity Tips for Online Shopping

Resources

Personal safety involves more than watching for attackers hiding in the bushes (that doesn’t usually happen). We’ve also provided resources for protecting your identity online and staying safe at home.

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04/11/2024

Does a Gun Make Your Home Safer?

Research shows that having a gun at home does not make us safer. Learn more...

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05/04/2023

9 Ways to Stay Safe When You Live Alone

When you don’t have a housemate to help you lock up or call for help...

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8 Essentials for Your DIY First Aid Kit

Katherine Torres|August 15, 2023

Reviewed by health expert Sally Russell, MN, CMSRN, CNE Every year, unintentional injuries result in millions of...

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What to Do If Someone Is Choking: Responding to Adults, Babies, and Toddlers

Alina Bradford|June 22, 2023

Reviewed by health expert Sally Russell, MN, CMSRN, CNE Quick response is key during a choking incident....

Smoke from Canada Wildfires Creates Breathing Hazard

Alex Kerai|June 07, 2023

Stand With Maui: How to Help Those Affected by Wildfires Find resources to help those...

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Alex Kerai|June 05, 2023

One in Two Americans Are Worried About Gun Violence

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Rebecca Edwards|June 01, 2023

9 Holiday Travel Safety Tips for Your Next Getaway

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Katherine Torres|May 04, 2023

What to Do If You Think You’re Being Followed

Alex Kerai|May 04, 2023

One-third of Americans Live in Areas with Unhealthy Air

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Rebecca Edwards|May 04, 2023

9 Ways to Stay Safe When You Live Alone

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Katherine Torres|May 01, 2023

What To Do If Your Bike Is Stolen—And How To Prevent It

Alex Kerai|April 22, 2023

Four Shootings in April Highlight Everyday Danger of Guns

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