How to Prepare for a Winter Storm
Winter storms can bring extremely cold temperatures, icy roads, power failures and more. It’s important to know the risks for a storm in your area.
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Teaching Tips for Mobile CPR Instructors
HSI’s emergency care programs are designed to be used on the go, allowing instructors to provide CPR training wherever their business might take them.
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The Dangers of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Carbon monoxide is a “silent killer”. It’s an odorless, colorless toxic gas that can easily go unnoticed to the human senses.
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Thanksgiving Safety: Prevent Home Cooking Fires
As part of your Thanksgiving food safety precautions, make sure you’re also taking steps to prevent home cooking fires during busy celebrations.
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Why Every Business Needs an AED
A cardiac arrest emergency could happen to you or someone nearby while you’re at work, at the gym, at a restaurant or anywhere people gather.
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How to Perform a First Aid Assessment
If an individual appears to be injured, it’s important to complete an assessment of the scene and the person. This allows you to quickly identify...
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American Heart Month: Women and Heart Disease
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the US for both men and women. However, women sometimes experience heart disease differently than men.
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The Importance of CPR Training for the Whole Family
Many take CPR as a requirement for work. But the truth is you’re more likely to use your CPR training to save a loved one such as a family member.
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The CPR Instructor's Guide to Giving Constructive Feedback
It’s the CPR Instructors responsibility to maintain a friendly atmosphere and encourage growth by giving constructive feedback.
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CPR Training for Underserved Populations
Bystander CPR occurs less often within vulnerable communities, further lowering survival rates for underserved populations. Let’s look at how we...
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Celebrate National EMS Week: 6 Ways to Say Thank You
National EMS Week is right around the corner. From May 15-21, 2022, communities across the US will come together to celebrate EMS personnel...
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Bystander CPR: What is it Really Like to Perform CPR?
Responding to an emergency can have a physical, mental and emotional impact on the rescuer no matter who the victim is.
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