Working together in delivering life-saving measures can greatly improve the outcome during emergencies. When a life is in danger, the timely delivery of life-saving measures and working together can save a life. A team of health workers and a Good Samaritan worked together to save a man. The 3 performed CPR and utilized an AED […]
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When unexpected events occur especially those that result in injuries, being prepared matters. Whether it is a heart-related condition or bleeding from injuries, knowing what to do can help turn the outcome into a positive one. A 5-year old child was injured when several shots were fired at a house. The police were called to
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In a drowning incident, a 57-year old woman was given CPR. The incident occurred in a lake and evidence shows that a pet might play a role in the turn of events. The RCMP responded to a call where a woman was in the water. Sadly, the outcome of the ordeal was a sad one.
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A woman receives first aid care after sustaining injuries when a garage door closed on her in northwest Calgary. According to the statement by the EMS, a woman was rushed to a healthcare facility in critical condition after an incident at a Point McKay condo tower in northwest Calgary. Prompt delivery of first aid care
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While playing tag together with his friends on Wilfrid Walker’s school playground 3 years ago, Benjamin Fizzard collapsed unconscious to the ground. The consciousness of the 7-year old was restored without requiring CPR but was rushed to a healthcare facility and equipped with an internal cardiac defibrillator and pacemaker. The incident was dreadful, but his
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A victim of a shooting at Edmonton downtown died despite delivery of CPR. According to police, a 36-year old man was shot at a commercial business near 97th Street and 105A Avenue. Business on the line Officers were seen entering the Aftermath Autohaus and the business next door, Carproof Auto Repair. The alley beside the
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A 13-year old girl was brought to the Alberta Children’s Hospital after struck by a vehicle in Langdon. According to the EMS, the vehicle that struck the girl left the scene. The teenager was flown to the healthcare facility by STARS Air Ambulance in a severe but stable condition with a possibility for a head
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The Alex Fraser Bridge crash involved several vehicles and victims that require first aid. A 5-car crash on the Alex Fraser Bridge left a taxi sitting on top of another vehicle. Road crash The incident occurred in the northbound center lane. According to Const. Mike Halskoy, the incident was indirectly brought about by a stalled
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After the Toronto van attack, concerned citizens now reach out to first aid providers to freshen their skills. Saving a life St. John Ambulance is an organization that provides public training on first aid. The organization reports a rise in interest in its courses since the van attack that took the lives of 10 people.
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A woman who was given first aid care after struck by a vehicle passed away. Jeannette Runciman, wife of longtime MPP and former senator Bob Runciman died after an unforeseen ordeal in Brockville. Prompt intervention Jeannette was with her husband in the parking lot of the Brockville General Hospital when the incident occurred just after
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