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Majority of Canadians not prepared for storms says recent Red Cross poll
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According to recent polling by the Canadian Red Cross, two thirds of Canadians say they have not taken steps to prepare in the event of a disaster, like hurricane Sandy.
Number of Canadians trained in first aid at dangerous low, suggests new poll
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Recent polling by the Red Cross shows that nearly 40 per cent of Canadians say they have been in an emergency situation where they have had to perform first aid; however, only 18 per cent are currently certified.
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