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Thermal burns: We are now on the seventh day of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, enemy artillery is hitting cities, killing and wounding civilians. Unfortunately, the fires are companions to the artillery shelling

If you witness a case of electrocution while it’s happening, would you know what to do? Electrocution is a serious workplace hazard that belonged to the ‘Fatal Four’

Heimlich Maneuver is lifesaving, first aid method used for choking emergencies. It is only safe to perform on people who can’t breathe on their own

The Russian army fired on the emergency rescue unit in Zaporozhye region: in the village of Semyonovka, Melitopol district, Zaporozhye region, Russian soldiers fired at the emergency rescue unit, reports the department of the State…

Rescue workers in Kiev continue to dismantle structures and search for possible victims in a dilapidated high-rise building in Pozniaky

The crisis in Ukraine has also resulted in great pressure on ambulance and fire brigade rescuers, who are forced to deal with the consequences of the bombings: injuries and fires

Seniors are highly prone to accidents and injuries. Senior first aid should be considered when caring for the elderly at home or in a facility

The story of Sergey Shutov, an anaesthetist in the city's ambulances and a volunteer fireman, comes from St Petersburg in northern Russia

DRABC in First Aid: knowing how to react in an emergency and how to give first aid is an important skill that everyone should feel confident in doing

RICE treatment is a first aid acronym that stands for Rest, Ice, Compression, and Elevation. Healthcare professionals recommend this treatment for soft tissue injuries involving muscle, tendon, or ligament