2024-04-25 07:50
Bruises are quite commonly seen among children and usually occur due to minor accidental injuries. However, did you know that bruises can also often signal underlying medical illnesses or ma… Read More
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2024-04-24 12:05
Were you aware of the fact that low blood sugar is particularly common among people who suffer from type 1 diabetes? Hypoglycemia or low blood sugar occurs when a person’s glucose or b… Read More
2024-04-23 07:47
Did you know that a childminder is someone whose job is to look after children when their parents are at work? Yes, it comes under the category of pediatric first aid and there are Read More
2024-04-19 10:34
In the United States, over 6.5 million emergency department visits occur every year because of chest pain. Looking at this staggeringly high number, it’s imperative for us to know abou… Read More
2024-04-16 09:53
Did you know that acid attacks can cause partial, permanent, or complete blindness? Not only is an acid attack torturous physically, but it also puts the victim through severe mental and emo… Read More
2024-04-15 08:04
Were you aware of the fact that over 3.5 million sports injuries occur every year in the United States? Oh yes, it’s true. Given that people take up sports for their passion or enjoyme… Read More
2024-04-10 07:49
As per research, anaphylaxis occurs in about one in 50 Americans. Given how high that number is, I believe it’s time we familiarize ourselves with what it means and how to deal with it… Read More
2024-04-03 06:49
Performing CPR immediately doubles or triples the chances of a person’s survival after they have suffered from cardiac arrest. Hearing this makes me realize even more as to how vital i… Read More
2024-03-29 07:21
More than 500,000 people in the United States get stung by bees every year. While in some cases bee stings just cause a bit of nuisance and can be dealt with through home remedies Read More
2024-03-27 06:13
Did you know that almost 75 to 80 percent of out-of-hospital cardiac arrests take place at home? Going by that statistic, I think it’s safe to say that knowing how to perform CPR can… Read More
2024-03-21 07:37
Did you know in the United States, anywhere between 100,000 to 300,000 deaths occur every year due to blood clots? Yes, it’s true, with the number being higher than the total number of… Read More
2024-03-18 05:52
Did you know human activity produces ammonia, which is a clear and colorless gas that occurs naturally? It’s a chemical that is quite commonly used in agricultural and industrial setti… Read More
2024-03-15 09:15
Do you remember playing tug of war as a child? Most of us indulged in this playful, often competitive activity every now and then. However, did you know that this seemingly simple activity c… Read More
2024-03-06 12:34
Did you know that orthostatic hypotension – which is a type of hypotension – affects about 5% of the population at the age of 50, and that particular number goes up to over 30%… Read More
2024-02-27 08:15
Did you know that the human body produces anywhere between 0.5 to 2 litres of water every day? Well, it’s true, and most of us swallow it without even noticing. However, at times, a Read More
2024-02-27 07:23
As per the American Heart Association, about 75% to 80% of all out-of-hospital cardiac arrests that happen take place at home. Therefore, it’s clear to me that knowing how to perform C… Read More
2024-02-21 11:31
Research suggests that about 30% of people who witness trauma to their chest end up breaking at least one rib. Broken ribs, which are also referred to as rib fractures, are usually caused du… Read More
2024-02-21 10:32
As per the American Heart Association, pediatric attenuated pads should be used on infants and kids under the age of eight. I believe that knowing how to use an AED on an infant can Read More
2024-02-20 12:00
Research tells us that 106,699 people died of drug overdose in the United States in 2021, signaling an increase since 1999 by 781%. Taking a look at that concerning statistic, I believe that… Read More
2024-02-20 11:18
As per reports, epidural hematoma takes place in about 1% to 2% of all cases of head trauma and in about 10% of people in a traumatic coma. Despite this statistic, I believe that Read More
2024-02-02 06:57
Do you know why muscle cramps occur and how to care for them? Keep reading to find out about the first aid for muscle cramps and more Read More
2024-02-02 05:58
According to research, each year, about 150,000 patients in the United States go through a lower extremity amputation. An amputation refers to a surgery where all the limbs or a part of a li… Read More
2024-02-02 04:49
Do you know about the proper first aid for a genital injury? Keep reading to find out how to help someone in such a situation Read More
2024-01-29 08:47
Do you know how to treat a dental injury? Keep reading to find out how to take care of such injuries and what the related symptoms and causes are Read More
2024-01-29 06:48
Did you know that, as per the American Academy of Ophthalmology, foreign objects in the eye account for 35% of the 2.4 million eye injuries that occur every year? When something gets stuck i… Read More
2024-01-12 05:00
Did you know that the teeth are the only part of the human body that can’t heal by themselves? I believe that dental health is connected to our overall health in many ways, which Read More
2023-12-29 22:49
In this blog post we look at the different ways of classifying different burns in first aid. Burns can be classified by their type and depth. Classifying burns is an important… Read More
2023-12-26 10:41
Were you aware of the fact that canker sores – which are a type of mouth sores – affect almost 25% of the population? As someone who has suffered from mouth sores several times… Read More
2023-12-22 08:55
As per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, diarrhea kills 2195 children every day, which is a higher number than measles, malaria, and AIDS combined. Research also suggests that… Read More
2023-12-14 12:51
The respiratory rate is the number of breaths a person takes per minute. Knowing how to take a respiratory rate is an important skill for first aiders and first responders. The rate is usual… Read More
2023-12-05 07:09
Did you know that there are more than 3500 spiders that one can find in the United States? While most of them are not dangerous, the two dangerous species of spiders to know about Read More
2023-12-05 06:54
As per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, hypertension was a contributing or primary cause of 691,095 deaths in 2021 in the United States. Given the fact that statistically it c… Read More
2023-11-28 23:36
Taking an accurate pulse and respiratory rate is a core skill for first aiders. Pulse and respiration rates are two of the five vital signs used to measure the essential functions of the hum… Read More
2023-11-28 22:51
In this blog post we discuss the first aid for Pulmonary Embolism – a blood clot in the lungs! What is a Pulmonary Embolism (PE)? Every day the pulmonary capillary bed filters tiny blo… Read More
2023-11-24 10:39
Did you know that as per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), somewhere between 1.6 to 3.8 million sports and recreation related concussions take place in the United States… Read More
2023-11-24 10:37
Did you know that cardiac arrest claims more lives globally than house fires, pneumonia, influenza, prostate cancer, breast cancer, colorectal cancer, HIV, auto accidents, and firearms combi… Read More
2023-11-24 10:35
Did you know that nine out of 10 victims of cardiac arrest live when they receive a shock from an AED during the first minute? Advanced cardiac life support involves deciding the right medic… Read More
2023-11-23 23:39
Several countries worldwide have emergency first aiders, especially in a workplace setting, since companies must ensure that there is always someone to keep the employees safe in cases of su… Read More
2023-11-17 02:39
Drowning is defined as a form of suffocation due to the airways of the mouth and nose becoming immersed in a liquid. If a victim doesn’t return to the surface to breathe, the body Read More
2023-11-16 11:00
Did you know that more than 350,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests happen in the United States every single year? According to the American Heart Association, anywhere between 100,000 to 20… Read More
2023-11-15 10:20
Were you aware that about 65% of individuals in the United States have received CPR training at one point during their lives? However, only 18% of the people are up to date regarding CPR Read More
2023-11-10 09:10
If you have ever come across the phrase ‘agonal breathing’ but aren’t sure of what it means, we are here for a discussion. Before we go into the details, here are a couple… Read More
2023-11-10 09:04
Have you ever had a moment when you feel like you’re suddenly getting the smell of burnt toast? It could be when you’re at home watching TV or walking down the street. Well, it&r&hell…Read More
2023-11-08 10:37
We never know when a critical and life-threatening situation could present itself where a person needs CPR. Knowing how to give CPR can help you save someone’s life. For this, you need… Read More
2023-02-03 23:09
The PQRST mnemonic is a valuable tool for pain assessment when responding to medical emergencies. You can use it to gather information about the patient’s symptoms and level of p… Read More
2023-02-03 22:45
If you’ve ever experienced being in an accident, you may remember responders asking if you were in pain. It’s one of the first things they ask to know if you’re injured. In… Read More
2023-02-03 20:04
Sprained, fractured, and dislocated fingers are commonplace in high-impact activities such as contact or ball sports. In fact, it’s the most common sports-related injury among young ad… Read More
2023-02-03 18:41
Why is First Aid Important? First aid refers to the initial medical attention given immediately after an injury or an accident. It’s a short-term treatment that doesn’t require s… Read More
2023-01-26 19:13
Join thousands of people that have been certified online with us Get CPR certified online and gain lifesaving skills that can help you respond to emergencies! Online CPR Certification in Que… Read More
2023-01-19 20:07
Hypoxia occurs when there is a lack of oxygen in the blood. Hypoxia is important as the brain requires a constant supply of oxygen to function normally. If a lack of oxygen exists for l… Read More
2022-11-09 15:30
Broken bones, or fractures, are common injuries amongst children and adults. A fracture occurs when excessive force is applied to a bone resulting in a break. Let’s look at the main ty… Read More
2022-07-09 15:45
Many injuries and sudden illnesses can be cared for without medical attention. For these or for situations requiring medical attention later, it is a good idea to have useful first aid suppl… Read More
2022-07-09 15:29
Chest pain called angina pectoris can result from coronary heart disease just as a heart attack does. Angina happens when the heart muscle does not get as much blood as it needs (which means… Read More
2022-06-27 11:38
You may encounter emergency situations with two or more victims. This is often the case in multiple car accidents or disasters. After making a quick scene survey, it is necessary to decide w… Read More
2022-06-27 11:26
You should do a 10-second scene survey. As you approach an emergency scene, scan the area for immediate dangers to yourself or to the injured victim. For example, if an automobile accident h… Read More
2022-06-27 11:12
All of us should be able to perform first aid because we will eventually find ourselves in a situation requiring it either for another or for ourselves. The risk of injury while travelling… Read More
2020-11-23 15:12
If you have children then your top priority is to take care of them. Of course, this entails knowing problems that may occur in children and doing your research so you can aid them Read More
2020-07-28 14:18
More than one in five people are known to experience panic attacks during their lives. In America alone, more than six million adults have panic disorder which leads to them experiencing epi… Read More
2020-07-22 19:17
All of us want convenience in our lives in every aspect. This is why many courses have now been introduced online so people can experience this convenience. Juggling many responsibilities ca… Read More
2020-06-25 08:55
First aid is one of the basic life skills that everyone should equip themselves with. If anything, times like these remind us of the importance of saving lives and being there for other peop… Read More
2020-06-23 09:48
Effective and frequent hand washing is the single most important means of preventing the spread of infection. First aiders must be aware of the proper hand hygiene protocols and when to wash… Read More
2020-06-21 09:42
A first aider or first responder may gather a medication (drug) history as part of their patient assessment. This information can be then passed onto emergency medical services when they arr… Read More
2020-06-17 16:08
A digital blood pressure monitor is a fully or semi-automated, simple, lightweight machine used for monitoring blood pressure. It measures blood pressure and pulse simply and quickly and is… Read More
2020-06-06 16:27
A stroke (also known as a brain attack) is a medical emergency that occurs when the blood supply to the brain becomes disrupted. Most strokes occur due to a blood clot blocking one of Read More
2020-06-01 20:15
A migraine is a severe headache, often associated with other symptoms including nausea, vomiting, light sensitivity (photophobia) and noise sensitivity (phonophobia). An aura may occur befor… Read More
2020-05-26 10:56
Toe-tourniquet syndrome occurs when a strand of hair wraps around a toe causing injury. This is known as a hair tourniquet. All parents and caregivers should be aware of the risk of hair tou… Read More
2020-05-11 09:15
The heart requires a rhythm in which to pump the blood, this rhythm allows time for blood to fill the ventricles and for the ventricles to empty completely before filling again. In patients… Read More
2020-05-06 11:37
Veins are vascular vessels that carry blood to the heart. They arise or are formed from venules which are small vessels carrying deoxygenated blood from the capillaries in tissues. Th… Read More
2020-05-02 14:34
Blood pressure is a measure of the force that is required to push blood around the body. Like a boiler system, a certain amount of pressure is required to ensure adequate flow. The blood Read More
2020-04-29 14:01
The heart is a muscular organ responsible for pumping blood around the body. The heart has a four-chamber system to enable oxygenated blood and deoxygenated blood to be kept separate from ea… Read More
2020-04-21 13:47
The clavicle, also called the collar bone, is an important bone which connects our upper limb to the rest of our body. The clavicle (collar bone) connects the sternum (breast bone) from the… Read More
2020-04-15 12:42
Resuscitation and CPR guidelines have been changed due to the COVID-19 pandemic caused by the novel coronavirus. The international liaison committee on resuscitation (ILCOR) has published ne… Read More
2020-04-14 13:27
A compound fracture is another term for an open fracture. Compound / open fractures occur when the fracture causes a wound in the skin at or near the fracture site. As a result, the Read More
2020-04-06 12:22
A button battery (also called coin cell / disk battery) is a small battery used in small portable electronic devices, for example, watches and vehicle keys. Lithium button batteries are comm… Read More
2020-03-30 08:44
A flail chest is a serious injury to the thorax (chest). Severe trauma to the chest wall may cause extensive disruption, with multiple rib and sternal fractures. When a segment of chest wall… Read More
2020-03-26 14:12
Tonic-clonic (convulsive) seizures, (formerly referred to as grand mal epilepsy) are what most people think of as epilepsy. There are four stages in this type of seizure. In this first aid b… Read More
2020-03-23 13:57
A cerebrovascular event (CVE) is another term used to refer to a stroke. Strokes are sudden and have an immediate effect on the patient. A patient may become numb, weak or have paralysi… Read More
2020-03-19 12:29
The ‘FAST’ test is a commonly used tool to remember the key signs and symptoms of a stroke (cerebrovascular event, or CVE). The FAST test is widely taught on first aid/CPR course… Read More
2020-03-10 09:56
A subarachnoid hemorrhage, sometimes known as a ‘bleed on the brain’, occurs when bleeding occurs in the subarachnoid space. The subarachnoid space lies beneath a layer of one of… Read More
2020-02-24 13:38
Strokes, and mini-strokes, are both serious conditions affecting the blood supply to the brain. In this first aid blog post, we will discuss the difference between a stroke and a mini-stroke… Read More
2020-02-19 14:58
Spinal cord injury (SCI) often affects young and fit people and will continue to affect them to a varying degree for the rest of their lives. Spinal cord injuries often occur after high-ener… Read More
2020-01-29 15:10
An animal or insect bite or sting can be dangerous. Bites or stings can cause infection, pain, shock, an allergic reaction and in some cases death. It’s important to know the basic fir… Read More
2020-01-26 13:13
Psychological first aid is about being “on the spot” in order to extend basic, human support, deliver practical information, and show empathy, concern, respect and confidence in… Read More
2020-01-22 12:57
First aid is the immediate medical assistance given to an ill or injured person until professional help arrives to take over. There are four basic steps to performing emergency first aid. Th… Read More
2020-01-19 11:45
Severe bleeding is a life-threatening emergency situation. Major blood loss can lead to the development of shock and the collapse of the patient’s cardiovascular system. In this first… Read More
2020-01-15 17:18
A basic first aid course should cover essential emergency situations and prepare candidates to deliver life-saving first aid. We’ve compiled a list of the most important first aid trai… Read More
2020-01-12 16:51
Post-resuscitation care is becoming increasingly important as the number of successful resuscitations rise. First aiders and first responders should be aware of the steps to take following a… Read More
2020-01-08 15:06
Mechanism of Injury should be assessed before approaching a trauma patient. In assessing the mechanism of injury the first aider / first responder must consider a number of factors and try t… Read More
2020-01-03 14:06
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) is a general term that covers a variety of respiratory conditions which have the same underlying problem – obstruction of the small airways… Read More
2019-12-30 08:05
Angina, or put more correctly angina pectoris is a medical condition caused by a temporary lack of oxygen in the heart (myocardial) tissue with an accumulation of carbon dioxide and lactic a… Read More
2019-12-26 20:37
Taking a set of vital signs will help you monitor the condition of your patient and identify if their condition is improving or deteriorating. First aiders and first responders may be traine… Read More
2019-12-10 09:51
An up-to-date first aid manual is an essential purchase in 2020. Basic first aid steps can make all the difference during a medical emergency. In this first aid blog post, we’ll discus… Read More
2019-12-02 09:26
A well-stocked first aid kit is an essential item in every home. In this first aid blog post, we’ll look at the three best first aid kits for the home available in 2020. Your Read More
2019-11-12 10:05
Abdominal pain can be a result of many conditions. In first aid, it is important is to decide when the condition is serious and time-critical. This is a difficult judgment because there are… Read More
2019-11-09 08:27
Ventricular Fibrillation (VF) is an abnormal heart rhythm (arrhythmia) which causes sudden cardiac arrest. In this first aid blog post we will discuss what ventricular fibrillation is and th… Read More
2019-11-06 11:47
A pneumothorax occurs when air is in the chest cavity (thorax) but outside the lung. The resulting changes in pressure can cause the lung to collapse. When people talk about a “collaps… Read More
2019-11-03 12:59
The recovery position is used to protect the airway of an unconscious patient. If a patient is unconscious and lying on their back, there is a risk of the airway becoming blocked due to Read More
2019-10-31 20:40
Aortic Dissection is a life-threatening medical emergency that all first aiders and first responders should consider. In this first aid blog post we will cover how to spot the warning signs… Read More
2019-10-29 09:39
The skeletal system of the human body is a vastly underrated structure. Without it, we would be unable to stand, move or live. But what exactly are the functions of the skeleton? In thi… Read More
2019-10-25 18:30
Leukemias are cancers that affect the bone marrow, where blood cells are made. They occur when abnormal white blood cells multiply rapidly and spill into the blood stream. Left untreated, th… Read More
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