Florence Nightengale was born on this day in 1820. As a public health and safety activist, she contributed more to modern nursing than any other person. If she were around today, she'd head straight for one of the most dangerous spots in your home -- your medicine chest. First, she'd move prescription medicines (moisture, warmth and humidity shorten their life span). She'd place them in a dark, dry place instead, like a drawer or a cabinet. She'd also check expiration dates on both prescription and over-the-counter medicines. She'd flush those that were out of date (because kids can get into waste cans), then she'd sniff aspirin bottles. If they smelled vinegary, Florence would flush them as well. Same for any mystery stuff in plain containers. Instead, she'd gear your medicine chest for home nursing with Band-Aids, rubbing alcohol, hydrogen peroxide, burn ointment and standard cold and headache remedies. Keep things fresh and safe and you won't be sorry. For more tips, visit our Web site at onthehouse.com. And that's the On The House tip for today.