A car crash can turn an ordinary day into a life-or-death situation in an instant. Knowing how to respond can be the difference between life and death. Your quick and informed actions can make all the difference in saving lives and ensuring safety. Here’s a guide on what to do if you find yourself...
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Would you be able to recognize the signs and symptoms of a stroke if it were happening to someone in your immediate area? Strokes are one of the leading causes of death in North America with almost 800,000 individuals suffering from a stroke in the United States alone per year. Of these 800,000, almost...
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You can never predict when an injury or accident will take place – it could happen either in the workplace or at home, so it’s vital to keep a first aid kit handy in both places. This type of kit gives you the ability to react quickly to sudden emergencies and can help prevent...
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Do you know the risk of hypothermia? In order to handle the situation properly, everyone living in Canada should know the basics of first-aid for this condition. As well, it’s important to learn the symptoms of hypothermia so that you can act quickly. This is an emergency medical situation that requires fast action in...
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CPR was first introduced back in the 1960s as a way of restoring oxygen and blood to the brain on a temporary basis. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation comes from the words “cardio”, which means heart, and “pulmonary”, which refers to the lungs. This life-saving method keeps the blood flowing and oxygenating through a combination of mouth-to-mouth...
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It’s natural to want to spend some time in the water cooling off during the hot days of summer. Not only does the water offer excitement and relaxation but it also helps to ward off heatstroke and heat exhaustion. There are some tips that you should keep in mind, however, when it comes to...
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Hurricane Irma has been blowing through the west coast of Florida this week, with devastating effects across the coast. While Canada does not see as many hurricanes, it many parts of the country are not immune to natural disasters, and residents should have a plan in place for any disastrous event. Planning Is Essential...
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Most children are born with healthy hearts that can serve them for many years to come. When you give your children good habits to abide to, they’ll be able to keep their heart healthy and active forward into adulthood. here are some habits you can instil in your young ones so they can avoid...
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Once you have been CPR certified you’ll need to keep in mind that the certificate is valid for 3 years only. After that, the certification is no longer in effect. Getting re-certified for CPR is fast and easy as long as you take the course while your certificate is still valid. Keep an eye...
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In our first aid and CPR/AED certification courses offered, we teach our students how to use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED). An AED is an extremely sophisticated, yet easy-to-use, medical device that is used in the event of a cardiac arrest. Cardiac arrest occurs when the heart stops pumping blood around the body. The...
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