CPR & FIRST AID BLOG
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6 Benefits of Online CPR Classes
More and more companies are requiring their employees to be CPR certified, but these days it seems more and more people have less and less time. This can pose an obstacle to getting things done. This can pose an issue when you want to get your CPR certification....
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On-Campus vs. Online CPR Classes
Everyone knows how important being CPR certified is, but with people’s busy schedules and juggling life these days, sometimes it can be difficult to find the time to get to a certification course. Luckily, many CPR schools are offering online CPR classes. [bctt...
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3 Goals to Set for a Safe and Healthy 2019
It’s a new year and what better time to set new goals? A lot of people want to be more healthy when the new year comes around, but what do you need to do in order to accomplish these goals? [bctt tweet="If you are wondering what you need to do to have a safe and...
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Happy New Year from Health Street!
It’s hard to believe 2018 is coming to an end. This is the time of the year we pause and reflect, analyze the year behind us and look ahead with great anticipation for the year to come. We consider what went well and look for opportunities for growth.[bctt tweet=" Now...
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6 School Safety Tips Every Administrator Should Read
School safety is critical when caring for children. Being safe in school begins with the administrator. Every administrator must understand the importance of safety and thoroughly comprehend safety procedures. Safety Tips for the Classroom Nobody wants to be in a...
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The History of CPR
CPR stands for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and is used in emergencies to help a patient when they have stopped breathing. The main goal of CPR is not to restart the heart, but to return blood flow and oxygen to the body, brain and tissues. [bctt tweet="People have...
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How Much Medical Training Do 911 Operators Receive?
911 operators don’t just answer the phone. They are trained professionals who provide life-saving emergency medical interventions, prioritize calls, and dispatch the proper personnel to an emergency. What type of medical training do people need in order to become a...
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12 Songs to Help You Administer CPR
The statistics are staggering. Studies show that more than 70% of sudden cardiac arrest occur at home, and 95% of these victims will die before reaching the hospital. The quicker you administer CPR, the lower the chances of brain damage or even death. This means...
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What to Look For in a First Aid Training Program
The importance of learning first aid cannot be overstated. Accidents happen all the time, and being trained in first aid allows you to help in administering much needed medical attention, and possibly even save someone’s life. In fact, some businesses even require...
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When to Perform CPR: 3 Signs
According to the American Heart Association, 475,000 Americans died from cardiac arrest last year, and more than 350,000 were outside of a hospital. Cardiac arrest occurs when someone’s heart stops pumping. There are many causes of cardiac arrest, including heart...
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