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Bumps and bruises are commonplace in everyday life. Usually a band-aid and some antiseptic is the right treatment to get the job done. But if an emergency happens and you have to call for an ambulance, do you know what to do while you wait? Do you have the knowledge and supplies you need to do basic first aid? Or the training to perform CPR?

First Aid Kits

To be prepared for emergencies, keep a first aid kit in your home (as part of your 96-hour kit) as well as in each of your cars. You should also know where first aid kits are located at your place of employment.

First aid kits come in many shapes and sizes. A variety of first aid kits are available at local stores or numerous online websites. You can also make your own. Some kits are designed for specific activities such as hiking, camping, boating, or other travel adventures.

Whether you purchase your kits, or take the DIY route, make sure your first aid kits have all the items you may need:

Include any personal items such as medications and emergency phone numbers or other items your health-care provider may suggest.
Check your kits regularly to ensure the contents are in working order.
Check expiration dates on items in the kits and replace any used or out-of-date contents.

First Aid Facts

"On average, the length of time between a 9-1-1 call for help and the arrival of emergency medical services is about 8 minutes." (2017 Reuters News Service)
"Some brain cells start dying less than 5 minutes after their oxygen supply disappears. As a result, brain hypoxia can rapidly cause severe brain damage or death." ("Cerebral Hypoxia," MedlinePlus, U.S. National Library of Medicine)
"First aid intervention provided while waiting for 9-1-1 help to arrive can save the victim's life and prevent brain damage. CPR is often necessary to prevent brain damage or brain death." ("Choking Prevention and Rescue Tips," National Safety Council)
"It is a stark fact that 8 out of 10 parents surveyed admitted they don't know basic first aid procedures that could save their child's life if their child was choking or stopped breathing." (2019 First Aid for Life)

One of the best things you can do to prepare yourself for an emergency or disaster scenario is to get First Aid and CPR training.

First Aid Manuals/Resources

The Red Cross has a free First Aid App available for download through the App Store and Google play. This app is an important tool you can download to your mobile device, putting free and simple lifesaving information at your fingertips. Click HERE for more information.

Attached are two free first aid manuals in digital format:

Hard copies of First Aid Manuals are available for purchase in book stores and on different websites. One such manual is offered by the Red Cross for $11.99. Click HERE for details.

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