Medical emergencies can happen anywhere—at home, at work, on the road, or during everyday activities. In those critical ...

An emergency medical technician (EMT) is a medical professional who gives emergency care to people outside of or on the way to the hospital. They can give basic medical and first-aid care until a ...

An acquaintance suddenly tells you that they are thinking of suicide or you see someone on public transport crying uncontrollably. Is it possible to assist them without putting yourself in danger or ...

The American Heart Association and the American Red Cross today released the "2024 Guidelines for First Aid," which provide critical updates that equip first aid responders with the latest ...

OSF St. Anthony's in Alton offers free Mental Health First Aid training July 10 for Riverbend residents to help in crisis.

Jessica is a former writer and editor at Forbes Health with over a decade of experience in both lifestyle and clinical health topics. Before Forbes Health, Jessica was an editor for Healthline Media, ...