If you ever found yourself in an emergency where someone was bleeding uncontrollably, would you know what to do? Understanding when and how to use a tourniquet could mean the difference between life ...

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The time to prepare for an emergency is before an emergency. From medications to bandages, keeping medical supplies at home can help you prepare to stay healthy in an emergency. Illness or injury can ...

It all happens in seconds. One moment, someone is using an appliance; the next, they’re on the floor, unconscious, limbs twitching, maybe even burning. What you do next could mean the difference ...