Residents of Doña Ana County will have the opportunity to learn CPR and first-aid for free this weekend. The Office of ...

Yes, the official AHA Guidelines note that victims have a greater chance of survival from cardiac arrest when high-quality CPR includes use of an AED. Many first aid training courses include CPR ...

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 ...

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 ...

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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 ...

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

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

The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) – Palawan swiftly to flood emergency in Puerto Princesa and nearby areas after the recent flooding caused by the shearline, affecting nine barangays in Puerto ...

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