Make Safety A Priority In 2021
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The new year provides a chance for a fresh start, with new goals and new priorities. And with 2020 in the rearview mirror, we’re...
Responding to Cardiac Arrest in the Workplace
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Some recent surveys have revealed a significant lack of training and preparedness for responding to sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) incidents in U.S. workplaces. A...
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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Planning for an Emergency: Individuals with Disabilities
During and after a disaster, there may be limited access to medical facilities and stores that provide your basic needs.
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Hypertension: A Leading Risk Factor for Heart Disease
As part of our American Heart Month blog series, we want to focus on a leading risk factor for both heart disease and stroke...
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5 simple steps to improve your heart health
There are many factors that play a role in your risk for heart disease. For example, health conditions like hypertension and diabetes are major...
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What Should I Pack In My Wilderness First Aid Kit?
Wilderness environments create special situations that you won’t usually encounter in an urban or suburban area. When you’re in a remote setting, you’ll likely...
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How to Safely Remove a Tick
Concern with tick bites is the exposure and transmission of infectious disease. If you find an embedded tick, here’s how to safely remove a tick...
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What To Do During An Asthma Attack
There’s no cure for it, asthma flare-ups can be managed by avoiding triggers, preventing symptoms with asthma medications, & being prepared to...
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The Beginner's Guide to CPR and AED
In honor of National CPR and AED Awareness Week (June 1-7), let’s break down the basic steps of CPR and how to use an AED.
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Best Practices for Preventing Heat-Related Emergencies
The good news is that heat illnesses are preventable. Here’s what you need to know about preventing heat-related emergencies.
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Active Violence Awareness: Enjoy Community Celebrations While Staying Alert
Active violence events can happen anywhere at any time, this includes community celebrations, such as parades, festivals and other public events.
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Emergency Bleeding: How To Stop The Bleed Until Help Arrives
Knowing how to apply bleeding control measures can make a significant difference in a person’s chance of survival prior to the arrival of EMS.
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The Importance of CPR in Schools
Let’s explore how CPR in schools is impacting bystander CPR rates and how this required training translates into our communities long-term.
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