If you know First Aid and CPR, or even if you just know how to help someone from sustaining further injuries, how do you make sure to keep yourself safe while doing so? Here are some tips.

In today’s day and age, make sure you understand how 911 works. When you call from a landline, 911 operators are usually able to locate the address you are calling from. However, if you call from a cell phone, your call bounces off the closest cell tower and may be routed to a neighboring city…or even a neighboring state.

It is important for everyone to know First Aid basics, whether you are a parent, work in a large office, or just want to be ready in case of an emergency. Your assistance could mean the difference between life and death!

How dangerous is your child’s playground? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 200,000 children younger than 15 years of age are injured on the playground every year, and almost half of those injuries are very serious.