by Benjamin RousseyWritten by Benjamin RousseyUpdated October 2026 with verified details from the 2011 Cook County Courthouse shooting. On December 15, 2011, a violent shooting inside the Cook County Courthouse in Grand Marais, Minnesota tested how quickly ordinary workplace training can turn into action. A man who had just been convicted of third-degree criminal sexual conduct returned […]
by Leonard TelfordUpdated October 2026 with current seizure First Aid guidance. A seizure can be frightening to witness, especially if you have never seen one before. A person may suddenly lose awareness, fall, stiffen, jerk, stare, or become confused. The most important thing a first aider can do is stay calm and focus on seizure First Aid. […]
by Benjamin RousseyWritten by Benjamin RousseyUpdated October 2026 with additional details from the documented rescue and current CPR guidance. On the morning of November 25, 2011, an 89-year-old St. Petersburg man became trapped inside his burning home. Heavy fire had spread through the house. Smoke filled the rooms. Conditions were deteriorating rapidly. Inside was Charles “Luke” Davis. […]
by Pearl SalkinWritten by Pearl SalkinUpdated September 2026 with current CPR information. Sometimes CPR training becomes important when you least expect it. On July 3, 2006, families gathered at Silver Beach in St. Joseph, Michigan, to watch Fourth of July fireworks. Among them was 10-year-old Lyndsay Prager, who was visiting southwest Michigan with her grandparents. Nearby was […]
by Nupur AgarwalAbusing your body can cost you a lot, not only in terms of doctor’s bills ,but also the age long negative effects it can have. Treasure your health and take good care of it before it’s too late!
by Maria McCutchenBaseball fields are usually associated with summer evenings, folding chairs, dusty cleats, and parents cheering from behind the fence. But like any athletic setting, a ballpark is also a place where medical emergencies can happen. Most baseball injuries are relatively minor: bruises, sprains, cuts, or the occasional collision. One much rarer emergency can happen when […]
by Pamela ArsenaEven though most of the time spent at the pool will be fun and safe one most consider the risk of pool related injuries. Are you prepared to
by Pamela ArsenaIn any given day there will be almost 62,000 injuries that result from an accident that occurred at home,
by Nupur AgarwalBe sure to check your first aid kit annually and replenish any exhausted or outdated medicines and supplies. And don’t forget to always take a well-stocked first aid kit whenever you go camping.
by Maria McCutchenHiking is a great outdoor activity that can give you well-rounded, and balanced benefits. Most people to hike for the pure enjoyment of the sport; to get out in nature and see the sites. Exercise is another motivating factor behind hiking. It is a great way to get a good cardio, as well as muscle […]
by Susan PattersonAlthough we often hear of the children injured on public playgrounds, over 50,000 youngsters suffer from accidents annually on home playground equipment. Time and planning are essential when considering installation of such equipment. Although it is beneficial to provide your children with a physical outlet, securing their safety should always be the first matter of business. Since the majority of […]
by Jennifer CIn my opinion, there’s nothing more fun to do in the summer than take a beach vacation. Growing up, my family and I would visit the beach multiple times a year and we all loved it! Splashing in the waves, walking on the wet sand, collecting shells – it can’t get much better than that! […]
by Sarah KlaudaSnow is one of nature’s greatest toys for all ages. You can mold it, build with it, slide on it, throw it, and so much more. No matter how old you are, it is important to be safe when playing outside in the fresh powder. These six simple guidelines can help everyone make the […]