Somewhere along the line you probably learned the basics of first aid. If someone scrapes their knee you wash it and stick on a band aid. If the cut is deeper, you apply pressure and get some help.

The other night, I was walking my dog before bed when an errant rusty screw went through the sole of my Birkenstocks and into my toe. I hobbled home — luckily enough, I was just a few steps away — and ...

Our pets rely on us to take care of them when they’re sick or injured. But if we’re not prepared, panic and confusion can hinder our ability to act effectively when they need us most. The best way to ...

This guide will walk you through the essentials of pet first aid, from building a first aid kit to handling common emergencies with confidence. While nothing replaces professional veterinary care, ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Injuries on the trail are common, be they banalities like blisters ...

TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) - You’ve heard of CPR and direct pressure for physical first aid response, but what about becoming a first responder for mental health? In this Hear me. See me. podcast, Mikki ...

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- Members of Cub Scout Pack 27, of Oakwood, learned the basics of first aid to fulfill the first aid component of their next rank award. The pack visited the Training Institute ...

The past week has shown us that you can never predict when a peaceful protest will escalate into something violent. (Though it’s certainly happening a lot these days, mainly thanks to inappropriate ...

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People interested in learning about handling major back-country emergencies as well as training on more common minor medical problems encountered outdoors may register for a wilderness first aid ...