When a person has a sudden cardiac arrest (SCA), the normal rhythm becomes disrupted and disorganised, which means their heart can’t beat properly and they won’t be able to breathe normally. For every minute that someone’s in cardiac arrest without receiving CPR and having a defibrillator used on them, their chance of survival decreases by 10%. That’s why it’s so important to act immediately.

With the knowledge that prevention and management through a healthy lifestyle are always preferable to having to take medication for a lifetime or ending up needing CPR when that heart gives out, here are nine of the best workouts you can do now to reduce your risk factors and reclaim your heart health.

Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC) is a combat lifesaver course that outlines the priorities of medical care for casualties in combat-related situations as faced in military and law enforcement applications.

A baby is less than 1/15 the size of the average adult. So, naturally, you should never perform Adult CPR on an infant. Instead, to save a baby’s life, you must learn Infant CPR and how it’s different. Read on to find out!

Our growing quest for outdoor adventures often leads to injury and illness as a result of specific factors related to the environment that frequently require first aid care.

First aid providers are often called to assist with traumatic injuries. Knowing how to respond to a variety of situations is important for first aid providers. First aid responders are valuable in providing initial care and assisting more skilled providers in delivering care to the seriously injured persons.

Medical problems can range from very minor to life-threatening emergencies. Rescuers trained in first aid must be prepared to respond appropriately.

Whether you’re heading out to paddle for the day or planning to travel miles by foot, staying satisfied with good food and plenty of water is essential for happy moods and well-fueled bodies. This granola is a great meal that you can make for breakfast and eat hot or put together ahead of time and eat later as a high-energy snack.

Yellow fever is prevalent in many areas of Africa and Central and South America. It is a serious disease that is transmitted by infected mosquitos. So named because it causes the skin to turn yellow or jaundiced in severe cases, yellow fever is estimated to cause 30,000 deaths each year.

Many people think that golfers are at the greatest risk of injury from lightning. However, data shows that people out fishing were involved in three times as many fatalities as golfers.

When we travel into the wilderness with someone who has diabetes, it’s important to be aware of the signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia, know how to provide treatment, and understand when we should evacuate someone.

You and three friends have been hiking 18-20 miles a day for three days in the desert. It’s been hard and hot, as anticipated. One of your companions has been lagging behind and eventually stops and sits by the side of the trail. He is sweaty and says he feels awful.

With more mountain bikers hitting the trails, it is as important as ever that riders are prepared for an unexpected fall with the right knowledge to step forward. Here are 3 of the most common medical issues you may run into on the trails.

Unpacking and checking the supplies in your first aid kit is a great way to be prepared if an injury comes up, or even to take care of blisters. It helps you refresh your memory on what’s in your first aid kit and how to use it, and you might notice that you need to replace or supplement your supplies. Revamp your first aid kit before a trip with these five tips.

When you're rushing out the door on your way to rock climbing session or long hike, these little energy bites are the perfect snacks to have on hand to munch in the car or on the trail. These No-Bake Energy Bites are an easy recipe you can make ahead of time so that, when it's time for your next adventure, you don't need to scramble for a snack.

Telling your friends about the peak you climbed or the rapid you ran are the things you want to bring home from the backcountry—not a foodborne illness. Taking turns cooking is a part of camping, and it helps when everyone has the same routines for kitchen hygiene, especially for friends who are new to cooking in the outdoors.

When your core temperature drops below normal, with heat loss exceeding heat gain, hypothermia can result. It may be caused by winter weather, cold water immersion, or wind, rain and hail in summer. Recognizing the early stages of hypothermia is important, as is prevention, but what should you do if hypothermia occurs? Here we explores the truth behind common myths about treating hypothermia outdoors.

Advanced Cardiac Life Support is the preeminent course for healthcare professionals responsible for providing advanced cardiac care to patients in various in-facility and prehospital settings. Designed by experienced providers in conjunction with board-certified physicians and veteran ACLS instructors, this resource serves as an engaging and comprehensive approach to reviewing the core rhythms of ACLS practice.

Children love water and have a natural curiosity about it. Water play can be a fun activity, and learning to swim has many benefits. However, drowning is the third most common cause of death for Australian children aged one to 14. Children can drown quickly and silently – it only takes 20 seconds and a few centimetres of water. One- and two-year-old children are particularly at risk. Near-drownings can have catastrophic consequences, and lead to permanent disabilities.

Although you hope you'll never use cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for a child or infant, it's important to know the steps so that you can help in the event of a cardiac or breathing emergency. And although you may have taken a class in child CPR, it's a good idea to keep the steps handy so that the information stays fresh in your memory. With our printable step-by-step guide, you can access the child and baby CPR steps anytime, anywhere. Simply print them up and place them in your car, your desk, your kitchen or with your other first aid supplies, then read over them from time to time to help maintain your skills.