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First Aid Basics: It’s made for you

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Some of our first aid courses can be long in order to provide certification meeting legislation requirements - but there is also First Aid Basics. If you’re a new parent, want to build confidence in responding to emergencies, or want to refresh and update your first aid skills, this course provides practical knowledge in the basics of first aid in 2 to 2.5 hours.

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First Aid practice prepares six-year-old for life-threatening emergency

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Six-year-old Jaycee Berezowski received the Red Cross Rescuer Award recently; her life-saving actions show how crucial practice can be in a crisis.
Jaycee’s mom, Jenine, had all her wisdom teeth removed. She was taking pain medication and after a couple of days with no ill effects, Jenine’s boyfriend returned to work, leaving Jenine to rest and recover with her daughter, Jaycee.

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Teaching kids how to act in emergencies

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When six-year-old Jaycee's mom became unconscious, Jaycee knew how to call 911 for help. Her story shows how real-world scenarios often call on children to respond to challenges. Here’s how to help them be ready like Jaycee.

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Moving day: Tips to avoid injuries on the big day

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Are you currently packing boxes for a fast approaching move? Having lived through my own move recently believing I was prepared for any contingency, and after a few minor injuries, I compiled a few tips so you can avoid injuries when the day comes.

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Getting organized to move: Where do you start?

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Having been through a move recently myself believing I was prepared for any contingency, I still wished I had read the Moving for Dummies guide first! After a few (minor) injuries and several ups and downs, here are a few hard won bits of advice to help you prepare for your move.

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Be FAST: How to recognize the signs of a stroke

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When someone experiences a health emergency in front of you, it can be overwhelming. So many questions suddenly flash through your mind. Time is of the essence in the case of a stroke, so it is very important to stay calm and spring into action fast.

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How to enjoy summer during a pandemic

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It’s been a difficult year and the last few months have probably felt longer. Now that the weather is warming, it’s natural to want to spend as much time outside as possible. With that in mind, we have some tips to keep you safe this summer.

Boy playing in a sprinkler.

“Follow my voice” - Chantale Bilodeau’s story

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After nearly losing her life in a fire and helplessly looking on as a man died of a heart attack, Chantale Bilodeau began volunteering with the Red Cross. Chantale has spent the last 12 years working for the organization she cares so deeply about and is now sharing her remarkable story.

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