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 ...

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 ...

“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 ...

Most of us are familiar with basic first-aid approaches to manage medical situations, or perhaps you’ve even had a course at school or work. But did you know you can now take a special type of ...

As Diwali approaches, authorities warn of common injuries like firecracker mishaps, burns from diyas and fireworks, and minor ...