(By Dr. Kirti K Pradhan) Accidents, injuries and sudden illnesses can happen anytime, be it a small kitchen burn, skinned ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Injuries on the trail are common, be they banalities like blisters ...

The other night, I was walking my dog before bed when an errant rusty screw went through the sole of my Birkenstocks and into my toe. I hobbled home — luckily enough, I was just a few steps away — and ...

Somewhere along the line you probably learned the basics of first aid. If someone scrapes their knee you wash it and stick on a band aid. If the cut is deeper, you apply pressure and get some help.

The person standing next to you in line at the grocery store suddenly collapses and hits her head on the hard floor. Your toddler starts to choke on a piece of food and turns blue in the face. What ...

The class is actually a refresher for certified Wildness First Responders. However, if you haven’t taken WFR yet, you can still take the class, which is being taught by First Lead. The course does ...

Q What are the essentials for a vacation first-aid kit? We are spending a week at the lake with two other families. I want to be prepared, but not loaded down with useless stuff. Our group has kids ...

DETROIT – Local 4 wants to make your summer safer! Join us for our July Go 4 It event: First Aid Basics. In partnership with the American Red Cross and U-M Dearborn, we’re offering a free 50-minute ...

Summer fun is here: sun, sports, pools, playgrounds and other outdoor activities abound. It’s no surprise to any parent that the summer season is also the busiest for your local emergency room.