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3 different types of bleeding and how to control them

First aid responders should be competent at dealing with major blood loss. There are broadly three different types of bleeding: arterial, venous and capillary. How much blood do we have? The average adult human as anywhere between 8 and 12 pints of blood depending on their body size. Remember that children have less blood than adults, and as such cannot afford to lose the same amount – a baby[..]

A Phone app for CPR trained citizens…

Phone app alerts CPR trained citizens of nearby cardiac arrest incidentsRamsey County is rolling out a new smartphone app that alerts people trained in CPR to any cardiac arrest incident that may be near them. “If a citizen, a bystander can intervene and if they can find an AED, our efforts can be much more effective and we’re finally going to move the mark on cardiac arrest[..]

CPR-certified ranch staff in Lakeland save life of teen who went into cardiac arrest

LAKELAND, Fla. (FOX 13) – The staff at Spring Lane Ranch knew getting trained in CPR was important, but when a teen fainted just after a riding lesson last Tuesday, that training became invaluable.Bryelle Touchton was wrapping up her first horse riding lesson at Spring Lane Ranch when a staff member noticed the teen acting strangely. “I could[..]

The life saving skill you should know – CPR, are you ready to save a life?

CPR/First Aid – Corporate and Group ClassesAnyone can learn CPR, are your employees trained to save a life?  UniFirst First Aid + Safety offers weekly CPR classes for companies and groups, UniFirst First Aid + Safety’s CPR, AED and First Aid training program will help employers meet OSHA and other federal and state regulatory requirements for training employees how to respond and care[..]

February is heart awareness month – What you need to know…

When to Call 911Call 911 right away if you or someone else has signs of a heart attack. Don’t ignore any signs or feel embarrassed to call for help. Acting fast can save a life. Call 911 even if you aren’t sure it’s a heart attack. An ambulance is the best and safest way to get to the hospital. In an ambulance, EMTs (emergency medical technicians) can keep track of how you are doing[..]

Learning CPR/First Aid is easy; helping save a life is priceless…

CPR/First Aid – Corporate and Group ClassesAnyone can learn CPR, are your employees trained to save a life?  UniFirst First Aid + Safety offers weekly CPR classes for companies and groups, UniFirst First Aid + Safety’s CPR, AED and First Aid training program will help employers meet OSHA and other federal and state regulatory requirements for training employees how to respond and care[..]

More tips for heart month…

More heart-healthy tips…Take Action: Food and AlcoholEat healthy. Eating healthy can help lower your risk of heart disease. A heart-healthy diet includes foods that are low in saturated and trans fats, added sugars, and sodium (salt). Heart-healthy items include high-fiber foods (whole grains, fruits, and vegetables) and certain fats (like the fats in olive oil and fish). Use this[..]

Keep Your Heart Healthy – The Basics

The Basics: OverviewHeart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. Take steps today to lower your risk of heart disease. To help prevent heart disease, you can:Eat healthy. Get active. Stay at a healthy weight. Quit smoking and stay away from secondhand smoke. Control your cholesterol (“koh-LEHS-tuh-rahl”) and blood pressure. Drink alcohol[..]

Can You Find The Defibrillator At Work?

About 10,000 cardiac arrests happen in workplaces each year, according to the American Heart Association. Using an automatic external defibrillator can increase the chance of survival.Do you know where your workplace’s automated external defibrillator is located? About half of all U.S. employees don’t, according to the results of an American Heart Association survey. The survey[..]

Risks of performing CPR – What you need to know.

The American Heart Association consistently supports and promotes CPR classes for people not in the medical profession—so when someone has a cardiac arrest outside of a hospital or medical facility, there will be a higher chance of a bystander stepping in to perform lifesaving CPR while the victim waits for emergency response teams to arrive. Studies show that brain death begins within four[..]