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Updated first aid guidelines enhance care for opioid overdose, bleeding, other emergencies

DALLAS and WASHINGTON, Nov. 14, 2024 — The American Heart Association and the American Red Cross today released the “2024 Guidelines for First Aid,” which provide critical updates that equip first aid ...

Beat The Bleed: What You Do In The First 60 Seconds Could Save A Life

Uncontrolled bleeding is one of the leading causes of preventable deaths after trauma.

Call for bleed kit rollout on TfL bus network

Bleed control kits help stem severe bleeding from deep wounds before emergency services arrive.
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5 Ways to Control Bleeding in Extreme Emergencies

Knowing how to control bleeding quickly and effectively—and having the right equipment on hand—saves lives in the case of a traumatic accident. There are several effective ways to control bleeding in ...

Aroostook schools receive bleeding control kits through Homeland Security grant

Officials say the equipment is part of a broader effort to help schools be prepared for worst-case scenarios while training ...
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Educational Institutions Must Prioritize Life-Saving Trauma Equipment During Spring Budgeting

Chinook Medical Gear Urges Educational Institutions to Prioritize Life-Saving Trauma Equipment During Spring Budget ...