Considering a career as an emergency medical technician (EMT)? You might have questions about the job and the process required to become one. When investigating the EMT job description, it’s important to take into account all of the duties of this life-saving...
2026 Guide: Valuable Health Resources in Houston Houston is home to more than 2.4 million residents, making it the largest city in Texas and the fourth largest city in the United States. Access to healthcare, mental health services, food support, and financial...
There is no denying that CPR saves lives. Heart attacks are one of our country’s biggest killers, claiming a life every 34 seconds. Yet, heart attacks aren’t the only time CPR is necessary. Approximately 7 million children and adults suffer injuries each year...
Swimming and playing in the pool is great recreational fun and also an excellent way to get some exercise. Here in south Texas where the weather stays on the warm-side for much of the year, we are able to utilize our pools a lot longer than other areas in the United...
Choking occurs when something suddenly blocks a person’s airway (either partly or fully) and they are unable to breathe. Because choking cuts off oxygen to the brain, it is imperative that first aid is administered as quickly as possible. First Aid and Choking So,...
