Emergency Preparedness

Depressants are known to directly affect the central nervous system and when used correctly, can have a variety of desired effects including pain relief and relief from anxiety. However, an...

A medical emergency is one of the scariest situations a person can face, especially if the emergency is potentially a matter of life and death. Part of being prepared for such an unfortunate event...

A seizure can be a scary thing, and a seizure in the water can make the situation even more dangerous for the victim. Here are a few steps on how to care for a seizing victim when it happens in...

How do you prepare for an emergency? Practice makes perfect. But how can you prepare for a medical emergency? If you have disabled children, especially those who suffer from seizures, than pay...

All of us have heard horror stories of sudden heart attacks when our co workers husband dropped on the golf course or the child that had a heart attack playing basketball in school. There is...

Some people avoid calling 911 because they have heard stories of police charges and abuse of the system. They fear that what they consider to be an emergency will not be considered an emergency...

You will learn how to make an efficient call to Emergency Services.

There is much speculation about the selection of the digits 9-1-1. 9-9-9 was chosen in 1937 in Britain with New Zealand later adopting the 1-1-1 system, which made dialing easy from a rotary...

Emergencies happen every day. But violence due to an emergency situation can be frightening, and may leave you wondering how to protect yourself. Learn how to remain safe from violence during an...

Knowing the proper way to place a call for help can be a matter of life and death. When seconds count, you need to be able to respond automatically. Children as young as 3 years old can learn...

Although many of today’s senior adults are healthier and more active than in the past, they constantly need to be aware of the health and safety risks they face. If you or someone in your...

Several hundred thousand calls are made each day to the 911 system. Local agencies decide on policy and procedure. The 911 number is free at pay phones. This emergency number is relayed to police,...

If someone near you is being electrocuted, you must act quickly. Follow these steps to intervene and save a life.

If you're caught in a fire, there are a few safety tips to be familiar with in order to escape safely. Read the following steps; they could save your life in the event of a fire.