Imagine enduring and surviving the devastation of an earthquake, wildfire, hurricane or other natural disaster. Although your family has made it through what you believed to be the worst of the ...

SPOKANE, Wash. -- We're all familiar with traditional, basic first aid, like bandaging small cuts, using ice to reduce bruising, and keeping wounds clean. But most of us are not trained in mental ...

Minutes can make a difference when a life is on the line. The American Red Cross has begun offering free training and certification so high school students can act fast in medical emergencies.

Venturing into mountains, forests, or high-altitude pilgrim routes brings unmatched rewards, but also real risks. Being at a remote site with limited access to hospitals and rapid medical care, even a ...

While OSHA says the training should match the hazards and be tailored to the workplace, its Guidelines for First Aid Training Programs include enough subjects that by the time you complete this ...

“Starting chest compressions as soon as somebody’s heart has stopped is the best way to help them survive,” according to Erica Littlewood of South Whatcom Fire Authority. iStockphoto Getty Images It’s ...

First aid class, one of 12 graduation requirements for basic combat training, is completed by trainees during Red Phase. During this three-day course, trainees are taught basic knowledge of hemorrhage ...