Some first aid is common sense. Other knowledge and skills must be learned — ideally in a recognized first aid & CPR training course. After 25 years as a Canadian Red Cross Training Partner, I’ve ...

Every year, more than 350,000 instances of cardiac arrest occur outside U.S. hospitals, according to the American Heart Association. These medical emergencies can occur anywhere from private homes and ...

Tarla Atwell was overseeing her family’s hair-care manufacturing company when a maintenance worker severed his finger. “I didn’t know what to do, so I put him in my car and just drove to an urgent ...

Three times in the past year, cardiac ICU nurse Madeline Dahl used CPR and first aid to save people's lives. After a day of biking 103 miles during the Seattle to Portland Classic — a 205-mile, ...

Health and safety. These two words carry a lot of weight for an employer. It’s making sure barriers are in place to prevent accidents. It’s keeping workers up-to-date on information and training. It’s ...

BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — Members of the community can learn life-saving skills and prepare for emergency situations at a low cost in the coming months, according to the city of Bakersfield. The ...

The first few minutes of a medical emergency are vital as they can be lifesaving, particularly inside crowded public ...