My Experience with Calling Poison Control
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Since it’s National Poison Prevention Week, I wanted to use my own experience with calling Poison Control to help others feel more at ease...
Fire Emergencies: Older Adults are at Increased Risk
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A fire department in the US responds to a fire event every 24 seconds. Although, anyone can experience a fire, older adults are especially vulnerable.
Best Practices for Calling 911
Every second counts during an emergency. Follow these tips from the National Emergency Number Association (NENA) when you need to call 911.
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Nurses Month: Nurses Make a Difference
Whether they’re providing emergency or routine care, nurses make a difference in their patients’ lives and in their communities. As part of Nurses...
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STOP THE BLEED® Day: Bleeding Control Techniques
National STOP THE BLEED Day (May 20, 2021) is a one-day call to action to save lives by training people to stop traumatic bleeding.
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Fireworks-Related Injuries by the Numbers
Fireworks of all types and sizes can quickly become dangerous, causing property damage, burns, injuries and even death.
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Water Safety Tips: Backyard Pool Edition
Families might not be fully aware of the risks associated with owning a backyard pool. Here are some water safety tips for your backyard pool.
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Sudden Cardiac Arrest vs. Heart Attack: What's the Difference?
An easy way to distinguish the two emergencies is to look at them as an electrical issue versus a plumbing issue. But what does that actually mean?
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Halloween Safety: Adult Edition
Whether driving home from work, hosting a party or handing out candy at home, these safety tips can help keep you and others safe this Halloween.
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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 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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