Health & Safety | Danville Life Saving and First Aid Crew

Health & Safety Tips

Personal information to have on hand if you need EMS

While waiting for an ambulance

Allergic Reactions

For seasonal allergies, an over-the-counter allergy medicine usually soothes symptoms
If breathing becomes difficult and your throat begins to swell shut, call 9-1-1 immediately
Have an EpiPen on hand if you have severe allergic reactions

Know CPR

Take a course in CPR so that you can be prepared if a cardiac arrest occurs
Step 1: Check for a pulse and breathing - if there is no pulse or breaths are extremely slow gasps, call 9-1-1 and begin CPR immediately
Step 2: Remove shirt and begin chest compressions
Step 3: Push hard and push fast - 100 continuous compressions per minute is advised
Sign up for a CPR class here to become certified

First Aid for Minor Burns

The American Burn Association states that approximately 486,000 patients receive medical treatments for burns each year. However, minor burns can be cared for at home.
Hold the minor burn under cool water or apply a cool, wet towel
After the burn is cooled, apply a lotion with aloe vera or moisturizer
Bandage the burn with a loose sterile gauze
For major burns, see a doctor or dial 9-1-1
Visit https://pacificmedicalacls.com/basics-burn-care for more information regarding burns and their care.

Stop the Bleed

If someone is stabbed with a knife or sharp object, or receives a gunshot wound, dial 9-1-1 and act fast
To stop the bleed, fill the wound with clean gauze or cloth and wrap it securely
If bleeding is continuous or heavy, tie a tourniquet several inches above the wound - if you don't have a tourniquet, use a belt or wide strap of thick fabric to tie around the arms or legs of the victim