First aid

Learn how to treat mild burns, respond if someone is choking, and go through the steps of CPR. We'll also explain how to bandage a wound and respond to a seizure or heart attack. Learning basic first aid could help you save the life of someone you love.

First Aid in Case of Accidental Finger Amputation

First aidFirst Aid in Case of Accidental Finger Amputation

The accidental amputation of a finger is a frequent situation in the emergency department. Most cases occur with fingers, but…

The Lazarus Effect: Coming Back to Life

First aidThe Lazarus Effect: Coming Back to Life

The Lazarus effect is an infrequent and truly amazing phenomenon that has appeared in series, movies and, even books. It…

Accidents and First Aid for Older Adults

First aidAccidents and First Aid for Older Adults

Knowing a series of first aid measures for older adults is essential to be able to act in the event…

How to Remove a Fishbone Stuck in Your Throat

First aidHow to Remove a Fishbone Stuck in Your Throat

The consumption of fish can be risky, as there's always the possibility of getting a fishbone stuck in the throat.…

The Chain of Survival

First aidThe Chain of Survival

The chain of survival is a series of steps that must be carried out when a person suffers a heart attack or respiratory arrest. The aim is to reduc...

How to Respond when Someone Has a Sudden Cardiac Arrest

First aidHow to Respond when Someone Has a Sudden Cardiac Arrest

A sudden cardiac arrest is a situation in which a person's breathing and blood circulation stop abruptly. It's a critical…

Causes, Symptoms and Treatment of Bradycardia

First aidCauses, Symptoms and Treatment of Bradycardia

The condition known as bradycardia happens when the heart beats at a slower rate than it should. Under normal conditions,…

Steam and Hot Water Burns: Treatments and Recommendations

First aidSteam and Hot Water Burns: Treatments and Recommendations

Steam and hot water burns, also known as "scalds," are one of the most common accidents that can happen in…

First Aid Treatment for Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

First aidFirst Aid Treatment for Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, tasteless, highly toxic gas produced by the combustion of gasoline, wood, and coal, among…

What Is PPE?

First aidWhat Is PPE?

Currently, due to the coronavirus pandemic, fear has been taking control of many people. We've become accustomed to wearing masks or gloves. There ...

6 Steps To Treat an Infected Wound

First aid6 Steps To Treat an Infected Wound

How many times have you been faced with an injury and not known what to do? In this article, we'll…

Should You Pop Blisters?

First aidShould You Pop Blisters?

A blister is a raised and palpable skin lesion which forms in the epidermis and is filled with fluid. In other words, blisters are kind of fluid-fi...

How to Apply First Aid for Groin Strains

First aidHow to Apply First Aid for Groin Strains

Are you an athletic person? Have you ever been diagnosed with a groin strain? "Groin strains" refers to a groin…

Tips for Reducing Fever: Things to Keep in Mind

First aidTips for Reducing Fever: Things to Keep in Mind

When sick, many people will feel like they have a higher than normal body temperature, along with other symptoms or…

What to Do for a Bee Sting

First aidWhat to Do for a Bee Sting

Have you ever wondered how to deal with a bee sting? Although in most cases they're mild, they can sometimes cause complications. Therefore, it's i...

Your Pulse: How to Take Your Own Pulse Easily

First aidYour Pulse: How to Take Your Own Pulse Easily

Taking your pulse is a very useful procedure that allows you to find out your heart rate. Additionally, it can…

How to Treat Burns in Children

First aidHow to Treat Burns in Children

We’ve all suffered a burn at some point. However, you may be wondering how to treat burns in children. Besides…

First Aid for Strokes

First aidFirst Aid for Strokes

A stroke occurs when there’s bleeding in the brain or when blood flow doesn’t circulate properly to it. As a result, within a few minutes, the brai...

Everything You Need to Know About Medical Masks

First aidEverything You Need to Know About Medical Masks

Medical masks are individual items of protective equipment that people can wear. They protect from exposure to pollutants through the…

Dressings and Bandages, a User's Guide

First aidDressings and Bandages, a User's Guide

Applying dressings and bandages is a procedure for wrapping an injured part of the body to immobilize or protect it.…

What You Should and Shouldn't Do When Treating a Wound

First aidWhat You Should and Shouldn't Do When Treating a Wound

To ensure that a wound heals properly and to avoid infections that may lead to other health problems, several factors…