There aren’t enough job options when you’re in high school or middle school. Jobs with the most attractive compensation packages require a college degree, skills set and/or experience. Babysitting is one of the few jobs where teens and pre-teens can earn a few extra bucks. You would not believe it but many CEOs and high level executives […]
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A lot of people love the outdoor life because of its exciting adventures. However, you should be aware that the wild poses many great risks. It is important that you are armed not just with a complete first aid kit but also knowledge and skills. Wilderness First Aid is a special first aid course that
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When providing first-aid, it is essential that you gather as much information about the incident and the victim. As soon as you reach the scene of accident or emergency, you can gain helpful information as to what happened and what is wrong with the patient. The first few minutes of your arrival at the scene
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Heart diseases continue to be the leading causes of death around the world. Although many individuals suffer from chronic heart diseases and die in a healthcare facility following long-term illness, it is estimated that around 70,000 people die each year due to cardiac emergencies in Canada. It is not surprising to note that most sudden
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A febrile seizure refers to a convulsion in children or child fit that may be triggered by rising body temperature i.e. fever or from infection. For most parents, seeing your child having a seizure can be very terrifying, even though it only lasts for a few minutes. A febrile seizure is a distinct way the
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Blood in urine, medically termed as hematuria, is an emergency condition that may be caused by strenuous exercise, certain drugs and urinary disorders. There are two types of hematuria; one is gross hematuria, in which blood can be seen in the urine through the naked eye. The other is microscopic hematuria, in which blood can
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Common cold is caused by viral infections. Viruses that cause colds are always present in the environment around you; even the things you touch may be contaminated by them. However, many people are more susceptible to viral infections than others. The following are the risk factors that can increase a person’s chances of catching a
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Common cases of foreign objects in the nose involve small objects such as tissue paper, seeds, beads, small toy parts, marbles, food particles, erasers, pieces of crayon, cotton, thread etc. Frequently, young children tend to poke objects into their nose; however, most cases are often not very serious and can be dealt with easily. Symptoms
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In Heart and Stroke Foundation and workplace approved first aid classes participants will learn how to treat patients which happens to be victims of poisons. Countless first aid and CPR attendants tend to be timid with managing poisoned men and women so this weblog will optimistically streamline the scenario and give some insight to rescue
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If you successfully complete 1st aid training sessions you’re going to get the ability and self-confidence to master various major emergency situations. What would you do if someone else was having difficulty breathing? Will you recognize an individual who is choking and realise what you should do? Imagine if you found a family member laying
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