CPR & FIRST AID BLOG
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Health Street’s Response to COVID-19
As the coronavirus continues to impact the world, many businesses are left wondering how to continue running, if at all. Things become even more challenging when the business requires people to be physically present--such as meeting for a CPR class. At Health Street,...
Medical Training for 911 Operators in Houston
A 911 operator has to be ready for anything when they pick up the phone. Plenty deal with prank calls, minor emergencies, or long periods of silence on their shifts. However, 911 is ultimately an emergency line and people do call desperate for help in a truly awful...
BLS vs. ACLS Classes for Houston Healthcare Professionals
Many careers either require or highly recommend that you obtain a CPR certification. However, it’s not as simple as just choosing a single CPR class to fulfill this requirement. Depending on your career choice, you may need a more advanced course than others. How can...
The Essential First Aid Kit Checklist for Your Home
Every house needs a first aid kit to handle minor injuries or sicknesses. While no one is prepared to (or should attempt to) treat a broken bone at home, treating less serious issues is a valuable skill to have. Having the proper supplies on hand could even reduce the...
5 Qualifications for a Safe Babysitter
Parents looking for a night out or last-minute childcare usually turn to a tried-and-true solution: babysitters. Whether you look at a professional service or hire a local friend, finding a reliable babysitter is truly an immensely helpful accomplishment. But plenty...
The Facts About Online CPR Classes
Many career fields will either require or highly recommend that their employees receive proper CPR certification. Unfortunately, not everyone has the time to dedicate multiple hours to a conventional sit-down first aid course. And the possibility of receiving your...
CPR Recertification: How Do I Renew My CPR Card?
Have you looked at your CPR certification card recently? Every two years, the card you received at your CPR training expires. Whether you’re a layperson needing a refresher or a healthcare professional renewing for your medical license, it’s vital to keep your...
Should Workplaces Offer CPR Classes in Spanish?
In a matter of minutes, a medical emergency could occur in your workplace. Will you and all of your employees be prepared to respond? What about your Spanish speaking team members? To minimize miscommunication and confusion, providing CPR classes in Spanish and...
What Will You Learn in a Safe Sitter Class?
Are you a babysitter or find yourself surrounded by children? If so, injuries are bound to happen and it’s important to know how to respond. Those skills could be the difference between life or death for a child in the time of an emergency. Get prepared with our Safe...
3 CPR Education Goals to Set for Your Business in 2020
The new year is a great time to reevaluate your progress and set goals for the future. As you start setting resolutions for 2020, don’t forget to think of ways to improve your business and grow your employees. This year, celebrate the new year by implementing CPR...