An Automated External Defibrillator (AED) analyzes a person’s heart rhythm and delivers a lifesaving shock to restore the heartbeat. AEDs are very simple and safe to use, even for... read more →
Consumer fireworks of all types and sizes can cause property damage, burns, injuries or death. Here’s a quick look at some of the most recent fireworks-related injuries data from... read more →
By guest blogger Peter Marotto, M.Ed., Instructor Trainer, HSI Training Center Coordinator for Security Industry Specialists, Inc. Responding to a first aid call means you are the first link... read more →
As the summer heat settles in, it’s important to understand who is at risk for heat-related illness. Heat cramps, heat exhaustion and heat stroke are progressive in nature, meaning... read more →
For National Safety Month, we are highlighting some of the most recent data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics related to workplace fatalities and injuries. Here’s a summary of... read more →
June 1-7 is National CPR and AED Awareness Week. This is a great opportunity to spotlight how lives can be saved if more Americans know CPR and how to... read more →
If you experience an animal bite from a domestic or wild animal, your primary first aid concern is to address bleeding and to keep an eye out for signs... read more →
May 20, 2021 is National STOP THE BLEED Day. As part of this one-day call to action, everyone should learn basic bleeding control techniques to help save a life... read more →
More than 65 million adults and children are affected by asthma and allergies in the U.S. For National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month, we encourage you to learn how... read more →
This year’s Nurses Month theme is: Nurses Make a Difference. And we couldn’t agree more! Nurses play a vital role in improving the lives of their patients and their... read more →