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Did you know kids are 4x more likely to be involved in pedestrian accidents on Halloween night? Pair that with choking hazards and costume mishaps,
Heart disease is responsible for about 18 million lives each year, as per the World Health Organization (WHO). That’s about one-third of all global deaths.
You never plan for emergencies, but they still happen. You may remember a neighbor slipping on the stairs, a child choking at lunch, or maybe
You are helping an elderly client into their chair when they suddenly look unsteady. Their breathing slows for just a moment, and you feel a
You are organizing first-aid training for your community center and realize something’s missing: one of your volunteers uses a wheelchair, and another has hearing problems.
You assume your team’s CPR certification is up-to-date until an emergency proves it’s not. According to a survey by the American Heart Association (AHA), targeting
Most people find heart attacks to be something that only occurs in older individuals in their 60s and above, especially those with pre-existing health problems.
A CDC factsheet states that heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S., responsible for nearly one in five deaths each year.
Unexplained fatigue, shortness of breath, or mild chest discomfort are often overlooked. Yet these may be prodromal symptoms, early indicators of an impending heart attack
Ever had a small bubble ruin a big event? You are not alone. According to a study published in the Journal of Athletic Training, researchers
There’s something special about the Fourth of July—grills crackling, children waving sparklers, and fireworks illuminating the summer sky. It’s quintessential America. But here’s a reality