October is Canada’s Healthy Workplace Month, so it’s the perfect time to spotlight the importance of workplace first aid. And it’s worth paying attention to. According to Employment Canada’s 2020 Occupational Injuries Annual Report, nearly 40,000 workplace injuries were reported, of which, over 42% were disabling. With workplaces ranging from bustling urban offices…
Today is Child Health Day, so let’s talk about something really important: First aid for kids. We all know that accidents happen. Whether it’s a scraped knee from playing in the park or a more serious injury at home, knowing what to do can make all the difference. For children, whose bodies are…
First aid is a crucial aspect of emergency medical care. It can be everything from helping an unconscious person to putting a bandaid on a small wound. As first aid is sometimes performed by members of the public, it raises the question: Can a bystander administer assistance to someone in need without explicit…
First aid is a critical skill that can truly mean the difference between life and death. However, first aid is often misunderstood or performed incorrectly, which can sometimes do more harm than good. Understanding the most common first aid mistakes people make by recognizing and correcting these mishaps, so we can all become…
Being familiar with what to do if you’re choking and alone is critical, considering the speed with which this situation can turn dangerous. The reality is, you might not always have someone around to assist you when choking occurs. That’s why it’s imperative to learn how to act quickly and effectively when you’re alone…
Mental health is an important topic that deserves more attention than it currently receives. Unfortunately, there are many stigmas and misconceptions surrounding mental illness that can make it difficult for people to seek help and support. That’s why today, in honour of Mental Health Awareness Month, we are debunking some common and ill-informed…
If you’re a parent, your first order of business is keeping your children safe. You teach them how to cross the street, how to look both ways before crossing, and how to stay away from strangers. But what about teaching them how to make 911 calls? Knowing how to properly call for help…
We all know that despite our best efforts, accidents can still happen. One such accident that can have serious consequences is poisoning and in fact, more than 90% of poisonings occur in the home. Poisoning occurs when a person ingests, inhales, absorbs, or injects harmful substances into their body. The severity of poisoning…
We hope everyone had a Merry Christmas! Given that there are still sub-zero temperatures outside and with school out the kids will be outside more, it’s important to be aware of hypothermia – a serious health condition that can have life-threatening consequences if left untreated. Therefore, recognizing the signs of hypothermia is essential…
One of the biggest indicators that someone is in need of CPR is if they have no pulse, as this signifies that the heart is no longer pumping blood throughout their body. Without oxygenated blood circulating, the brain and body will die. But, should rescuers be checking for a pulse during CPR? What…