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Our pets are beloved members of our families. Their safety and well-being is important to us. When they’re hurt, we want to be able to help them get better as soon as possible. Below we’ve outlined some pet emergencies and the best practices to help your pet recover quickly. Bite Wounds If your pet has …
Federal officials say the number of West Nile virus cases reported in the United States this year through September is the highest year-to-date total since 1999 when it was first detected in this country. With a reported 1,993 cases of West Nile virus as of September 4th nationwide, including 87 deaths, this outbreak is affecting …
Home healthcare is when a patient receives treatment at home instead of in a hospital. There are multiple reasons people may need assistance while living at home. The biggest reason is not having the means or capability to transport themselves to a hospital for regular treatments. This can stem from age, illness, or injury, regardless, …
When a person’s heart suddenly and unexpectedly stops beating, every second counts in saving their life. CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation equipment) can only help minutely for a short-time; the heart needs to be “jump-started” to start pumping regularly again. Automated external defibrillators (AED) make this possible and can save lives when used properly. What is an …
Training and certification is necessary before attempting to administer treatment. To become certified, check out the classes offered by the Red Cross here: Red Cross: Find A Class; or contact a manager or supervisor to see if your company offers training for employees. History of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation(CPR) Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation can be performed with or without the use …
