In an emergency, anyone is capable of becoming a first responder. Learning CPR and other first aid skills is important because one never knows when an emergency will strike.

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Imagine you’re at a family gathering, and suddenly, a loved one collapses. Panic sets in, and you are completely unsure of what to do. However, you cannot help someone unless you have formal training.

An acquaintance suddenly tells you that they are thinking of suicide or you see someone on public transport crying uncontrollably. Is it possible to assist them without putting yourself in danger or ...

Into a neighborhood health center crowded 44 buzzing citizens, ranging from a boy in green corduroy slacks to a determined-looking grandmother. They all came to learn First Aid from a Red Cross ...

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If you become injured or sick while hiking, your first aid kit’s only job is to get you out of the backcountry safely. You need to be comfortable enough to finish your trip, or capable of getting to a ...