DALLAS and WASHINGTON, Nov. 14, 2024 — The American Heart Association and the American Red Cross today released the “2024 Guidelines for First Aid,” which provide critical updates that equip first aid ...

Earlier application of basic bleeding control called Stop the Bleed could have saved up to 70 Maryland lives, according to a ...

What different types of skills come to mind when you think about Basic First Aid? Chances are, you probably thought about CPR, also known as Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation. And if you did, you’d be ...

Injuries can happen anywhere, at home, on the road, or in the workplace. While some are minor, others can quickly become life-threatening if bleeding is not controlled. According to trauma experts, ...

Bleeding from most injuries can be stopped by applying direct pressure to the injury. Wrap ice in clean, dry cloth and place it on the wound. It allows the clot to form more quickly and stop the ...