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First aid is the immediate and temporary proper aid provided to a sick or injured person or animal until medical treatment can be provided. It generally consists of series of simple, life-saving medical techniques that a non-doctor or lay person can be trained to perform with minimal equipment.
History
The Knights Hospitaller were probably the first to specialize in battlefield care for the wounded. St. John Ambulance was formed in 1877 to teach first aid (a term devised by the order) in large railway centres and mining districts. The order and its training began to spread throughout the British Empire and Europe. As well, in 1859 Henry Dunant helped organize villagers in Switzerland to help victims of the Battle of Solferino. Four years later, four nations met in Geneva and formed the organization which has grown into the Red Cross. Developments in first aid and many other medical techniques have been fueled in large by wars: the American Civil War prompted Clara Barton to organize the American Red Cross. Today, there are several groups that promote first aid, such as the military and the Scouting movement. New techniques and equipment have helped make today's first aid simple and effective.
Training
It is best to obtain training in first aid before a medical emergency occurs. One needs hands-on training by experts to perform first aid safely, and recommendations change, so that training should be repeated every three years. CPR recertification is recommended annually. Training in first aid is often available through community organizations such as the Red Cross and St. John Ambulance. In many countries in the Commonwealth of Nations, St. John Ambulance provides first aid training and in some countries operates ambulance services. In Scotland, St. Andrew's Ambulance Association provides first aid training. In the United States, the American Heart Association and American CPR Training also offer first aid training. More on [ First aid ]
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im officially first aid certified :)
gilbert076 (gilbert gonzalez) Thu, 10 Dec 2009 22:59:10 -0000
im officially first aid certified :)
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Hong Kong in #Waterbury, my favorite post-shopping, on-the-way-home, first-aid stop. Bless you. #VT #btv #Stowe #fb http://yfrog.com/4a159sj
HeidiAmes (Heidi Ames) Thu, 10 Dec 2009 22:50:22 -0000
Hong Kong in #Waterbury, my favorite post-shopping, on-the-way-home, first-aid stop. Bless you. #VT #btv #Stowe #fb http://yfrog.com/4a159sj
@allieloves Lol!!!!!!!!!! Haha speaking of which I have first aid tomorrow lunch!!!! Ughh!!! So not in the mood!!!
XclamationTrish (Trishina Patel) Thu, 10 Dec 2009 22:41:07 -0000
@allieloves Lol!!!!!!!!!! Haha speaking of which I have first aid tomorrow lunch!!!! Ughh!!! So not in the mood!!!
...wonder why I've written a scribbled a note-to-self saying 'first aid furniture'
liz_buckley (Liz Buckley) Thu, 10 Dec 2009 22:40:54 -0000
...wonder why I've written a scribbled a note-to-self saying 'first aid furniture'
Failsworth Life Saving Club - Provides a First Aid Index to be used as a guide and an informational resource.
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A - Volunteer experts answer your questions about First Aid (burns, breaks, CPR, poisoning) for free.
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Backcountry First Aid - Links to sites discussing backcountry first aid, from About.com.
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Blanchardstown Red Cross - About the Irish Red Cross including the history and the services provided. It contains an online Basic First Aid course with a 'test your knowledge' area.
Meta Description: [ This is the Dublin 15 Irish Red Cross Site giving details of services it provides, history, first aid lessons. ]
Emergency and First Aid - HealthWorld Online - Listing of common injuries and first aid treatment recommendations.
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First Aid - Information on First Aid procedures for soft tissue wounds, broken bones, poisoning, and other injuries. Written by students for Thinkquest.
First Aid - Easy Steps to Learn First Aid Quickly - Providing the basic concepts for emergencies and accidents. Most steps include images for further help.
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First Aid Station - Specific protocols on a variety of emergency and first aid topics, from the Santa Clara Valley chapter of the American Red Cross.
First Aid Tips - An informative listing of medical injuries and suggested emergency first aid treatments. From Alf Ambulance, serving communities in Minnesota.
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First Aid Tips from St. John Ambulance (Canada) - Quick tips to help you recognize and respond to common injuries.
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FirstAidGuide.Net - Contains a full featured first aid guide including printables, downloadables and search for information. Provided by Scivolutions.
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General Information on First Aid - Links to first aid sites from Look Smart.
Injury Prevention - Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh - Information on many safety issues related to children. Animated and fun site for children to help educate them on many safety issues. Information for kids, teens, parents, guardians, and health care professionals. Printable first aid guides, an online Parents' Home Safety Handbook, and a babysister's guide.
Meta Description: [ Information concerning Injury Prevention - Homepage from the Injury Prevention section of Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh ]
Mayo Clinic: First-Aid and Self-Care Guide - Information on handling common situations which require first aid. Includes two short follow-up quizzes to check comprehension and recall.
Meta Description: [ Learn how to give first aid in emergency situations; more than 50 topics covered. ]
Pete and Ed Books - First Aid and Safety - Books on First Aid and Safety for Outdoor Activities.
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SARBC - Lost in the Woods - Child Survival - This Child Survival program is presented to students, cubs, guides, parents and interest groups across North America. From the Search and Rescue Society of British Columbia.
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