Emergencies rarely come with warning. A sudden collapse at a sporting event, a choking child at a family gathering, or a workplace injury can occur in seconds and leave bystanders unsure of what to do ...

Life over limb is the motto with emergency first aid, and the Good Samaritan Law protects a person giving aid unless invasive techniques are used, like a tracheotomy. Each state has its own version ...

This CPR class (also known as BLS (Basic Life Support) Healthcare Providers Course) teaches the skills of CPR for victims of all ages including infants. Instruction covers ventilation with a barrier ...

“Starting chest compressions as soon as somebody’s heart has stopped is the best way to help them survive,” according to Erica Littlewood of South Whatcom Fire Authority. iStockphoto Getty Images It’s ...