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New Bright from the Start Guidelines Effective July 1st
Childcare providers in Georgia are facing new regulatory changes, with the most significant update requiring CPR & First Aid certification within 45 days of employment, a reduction from the...
Is Choking Still a Concern for Seniors?
Choking is often heavily emphasized as a concern in children under 4. However, there is another group of people we also need to be considering. The risk of choking is ever present through life, but...
New Georgia Law House Bill 874 Expands AED Requirements in Schools: What Educators and Administrators Need to Know
Georgia is taking a bold step forward in student and staff safety. With the passage of House Bill 874, signed into law by Governor Brian Kemp in April 2024, all public K-12 schools in Georgia must...
How Used Batteries Can Cause Fires & Burns
It's easy to overlook the potential dangers of used batteries, but these seemingly harmless items can still hold enough energy to cause a fire if not handled properly. We've seen firsthand the...
Man Denied Heart Attack: My Story & How to Spot the Symptoms
Back in 1975, my parents bought and fixed up an old farmhouse. Twenty-some years later, they decided to replace the carpet. After working the night shift, I decided to stop at the farm to see how it...
Infant Choking Prevention & First Aid Guide for Parents & Caregivers
As a parent or caregiver, there are a plethora of things that one must consider in order to maintain a safe environment for a child in any setting. You hear of childproofing doors, windows, medicine...
Why Anti-Choking Devices Aren’t FDA Recommended
Choking is a terrifying experience that can quickly turn deadly. While anti-choking devices offer a potential solution, it's crucial to understand why established methods like the Heimlich maneuver...
Bleeding Control and First Aid for Seniors in Senior Living Communities
As we age, our skin becomes thinner and more fragile, making us more susceptible to cuts, scrapes, and other bleeding injuries. For seniors living in senior living communities, it's crucial to have...
Activities to Foster Well-Being for Those with Dementia
Dementia is NOT a diagnosis, it is a condition that covers over 200 different types, forms, and causes of brain change under the umbrella. There are many possible causes of dementia, including...
Fall Prevention in Senior Living Communities & Fall First Aid
Falls are a serious concern for everyone, but especially for older adults. As we age, our risk of falling increases due to a variety of factors, such as decreased muscle strength, vision problems,...
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