First Aid: Be Prepared
The goals of this First Aid Web Guide are twofold: to help you prepare for emergencies by having access to necessary first aid supplies and information, and to teach you where to go on the Web for advice on handling less serious first aid situations as they arise.
Expand All Guide SectionsEmergency Preparedness
Sometimes it takes a crisis to realize the value of emergency preparedness. These ... read more »
Emergency Phone Numbers
Although it's preferable to have an emergency contact list available in advance of any emergency, ... read more »
First Aid Treatments
The first step in an emergency is to call 911 for assistance. For minor first aid treatments, such as burns, cuts, blisters and stings, the Web hosts a large body of quality self-care information.
Insights for First Aid Treatments
- Most conditions found on the following sites have sections on self care that describe the steps you can take to help a patient on your own.
Top Sites for First Aid Treatments
For specific first aid treatments …
eMedicineHealth
compiles hundreds of different first aid emergencies and solutions for nearly every problem. Use the search bar, browse the topics alphabetically or explore the 80-plus information centers.
Mayo Clinic
includes information for dealing with several first aid emergencies. Each item links to a simple and concise list of steps to take for the specific condition.
MedicineNet.com
features articles on general first aid procedures, specific conditions, diseases, news and more, all from the perspective of doctors.
American Academy of Family Physicians
provides first aid advice, including instructions, background information, prevention methods, when to see a doctor and even diagrams.
For children’s first aid treatments …
KidsHealth
gives parents advice for caring for their children around the house and away from home, and offers information on what to do in an emergency.
Rady Children’s Hospital
outlines the different options you have if a child is ill or hurt, from treating the matter at home to going to the emergency room. Look for tips on how to recognize a medical emergency that requires a trip to the ER.
Who knew?
WebMD
has specific treatment pages for a wide variety of issues, including this page on treating blue-ringed octopus bites.
CPR and First Aid Classes
The best way to ensure you’re properly trained to handle a medical emergency is through ... read more »
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