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G.C. Lake is a registered nurse currently working as an article writer specializing on a variety of first aid and CPR topics. With knowledge in the health and medical field, he shares information on first aid, CPR and related topics to individuals in all fields.
“Being familiar even with the basics of first aid and CPR are invaluable in times of emergencies. A simple measure can make an outcome of any emergency whether minor or major favorable or even save a life.”
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The provincial health officer states that mask mandates alone have not made a difference in the spread of COVID-19. B.C.’s provincial health officer shares that she will continue to resist calls for a mandatory mask order, stating that it will remain the responsibility of businesses, community services, and transportation providers to implement rules on face […]
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A Kitchener mother speaks out after being certified in CPR helped save the life of her daughter. Hope Dean was driving down a rural road at night when her 5-month-old daughter stopped crying and started gurgling. She quickly noticed something was off, so she pulled over, put her hazard lights on, and got out. She
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Young Child Found Unconscious in Backyard Pool in Île-Bizard A tragic water-related emergency occurred in Île-Bizard after a four-year-old girl was found unresponsive in a residential backyard pool during a children’s party. Urgences-Santé received a distress call shortly after 4:20 p.m. reporting a child in need of urgent medical assistance at a home on Chevremont
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32-Year-Old Man Dies in ATV Collision in Antigonish — A Tragic Reminder of Why First Aid Skills Matter A tragic ATV collision in Antigonish, Nova Scotia, has claimed the life of a 32-year-old man from Saltsprings, Antigonish County. The incident occurred Friday afternoon as the rider entered the roundabout on Beech Hill Road and lost
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Many passengers who recently took flights that landed at Toronto Pearson International Airport share that they felt safe on board their flights. While the flying experience was different, it was not too uncomfortable. Public health officials state that it is best to stay home to prevent the spread of COVID-19, but if a person must
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Pedestrian Fatally Struck by Large Truck in Toronto Hit-and-Run A tragic collision near Marlee Avenue and Lawrence Avenue West has left a 40-year-old pedestrian dead after being struck by a large truck on Wednesday afternoon. The incident, originally reported by CBC News, occurred in Toronto’s northwest near Allen Road and the Lawrence Square Shopping Centre.
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Nanaimo Man Dies After Cornice Collapse Near Whistler’s Mt. Callaghan A Nanaimo man has died after he and his snowmobile fell from a collapsed cornice near Whistler’s Mount Callaghan. This tragic event highlights both the unpredictable nature of backcountry terrain and the importance of being prepared for emergencies, including knowing how to perform CPR.(Original news
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Two Sudden Deaths on B.C. Ski Hills Under Investigation: A Reminder of the Importance of First Aid Skills Two men in their 30s tragically died on Friday after being found in medical distress in snowy, wooded areas at two separate British Columbia ski resorts. The RCMP and BC Coroners Service are investigating both incidents, which
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CPR-Trained Fans Save a Man’s Life During Ottawa Senators Game A 64-year-old man who went into cardiac arrest during the Ottawa Senators vs. Montreal Canadiens game owes his life to the quick actions of nearby fans. The incident happened suddenly in the stands at the Canadian Tire Centre, turning an ordinary night of hockey into
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A Vancouver woman performed CPR on her husband with the help of a 911 dispatcher. The only reason he was alive was the timely delivery of CPR before the arrival of the paramedics. Life-saving intervention When Carol Klock heard a thump from the shower, she thought her husband Jack had slipped and fallen. When no
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Indigo stated that it has changed its policy to allow face mask exemptions in Quebec stores after an incident was brought to their attention. Voula Constantinacos shared that she was pleased with the company’s change of heart. But earlier in the day, she stated that she was still reeling from what she claims happened when
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Mail Carrier Urged to Perform CPR on Unresponsive Woman Despite Concerns About White Powder A Winnipeg mail carrier found himself in a difficult and potentially dangerous situation after discovering an unresponsive woman and being asked to perform CPR despite concerns about a mysterious white powder on her clothing.This story was originally reported by The Canadian
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A man was rushed to Peter Lougheed hospital in critical condition after a house fire in northeast Calgary. House fire ordeal The emergency crews were called to the 100 block of Templeby Drive at around 10:30 AM. Upon arrival, the crews were met with a large volume of smoke and flames. The fire extended from
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Incredible Life-Saving Stories Highlight Why CPR Training Matters More Than Ever Life-saving skills truly change lives — and sometimes, they bring people back from clinical death. At the 7th annual Essex–Windsor Survivor Day, first responders were reunited with 31 people whose lives they saved in 2016. These powerful stories underscore how critical early CPR, AED
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The Calgary city council voted 11-3 to continue the mandatory face mask bylaw, following a recommendation from the administration that no changes be made. The objectives of the bylaw include increasing the usage of face masks or coverings to help reduce transmission of COVID-19 and to keep Calgary’s economy open. The early indications are that
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An off-duty police officer was credited for saving the life of a driver during an emergency that resulted in a rush-hour crash on the Port Mann bridge. New Westminster Police Const. Todd Sweet was driving home when he witnessed a vehicle crashed directly into a concrete barrier. Sweet assisted an off-duty officer with the Vancouver
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Life on the Line: Etobicoke Stabbing Leaves Man in Critical Condition — Why First Aid Skills Matter More Than Ever TORONTO — A man is in critical condition after a stabbing in an Etobicoke condo building late Sunday night. Emergency crews were called to the area of The Queensway and Zorra Street, just east of
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A Mission emergency personnel responded to a single-vehicular rollover. A 56-year old Osoyoos woman was airlifted to Royal Columbian Hospital after her vehicle flipped into a ditch that was filled with water. Timely rescue The local emergency personnel was requested to respond to the east of Lougheed Highway and Nelson Street after the motorists witnessed
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Two men were transported to a healthcare facility with non-life-threatening injuries. The Abbotsford Police are trying to connect why 2 men without apparent drug or gang connections were shot while driving along Ponderosa Street early morning. Tragic ordeal According to Const. Ian MacDonald, the 19 and 28-year old who sustained gunshot wounds in the shooting
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