In an unpredictable world, disasters-both natural and man-made-can strike at any moment. From earthquakes and hurricanes to industrial accidents and terrorist attacks, emergencies require immediate ...

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The Parks and Recreation Department will offer two reduced-cost lifeguard certification courses this spring in an ongoing effort to improve ...

You’re enjoying a casual stroll through the park, daydreaming about your next vacation, when suddenly — BAM! — someone nearby collapses. People gasp, time slows, and everyone looks ...

Emergencies can occur at any time, in any place, and being prepared to handle them can make a life-saving difference. In ...

Madeleine Jackman was lucky enough to have someone who knew CPR save her life while she was choking eight years ago.

The American Red Cross of Southern Nevada is using Valentine's Day to promote a message that could save lives.As February ...

If you suffered damage from recent flooding, you can apply for help from the American Red Cross The assistance is offered for ...

Now it's Madeleine's mission to be that for others. She started the Red Cross Club at Newburyport High School, and their Heart Starters program provides free CPR training to restaurants in their ...

The Guilford Fire Department will offer an adult, child and infant CPR/AED class on March 27. The class will run from 6 p..m. to 10 p.m., and the cost is $50 pr person. Those interested should call ...

Boulder Fire-Rescue starts monthly Hands-Only CPR classes on February 27, 2025, to help residents respond to cardiac ...