St. John Ambulance Grande Prairie
8815 - 109 Street T8V 8H7 Grande Prairie, AB, Canada

Did you know . The #heart beats around 100,000 times per day, during an average lifetime (80 yrs.) Up to 3 billion! #HeartMonth Take a first aid course today for a safer tomorrow http://bit.ly/2ROKmLO or call 1(800)665-7114 #SJA #LearnFirstAid #SaveALife

AED's are proven to save lives and prolong life until emergency help can arrive. Early application of an AED can improve the odds of survival by up to 75%. As Alberta's leader in first aid and CPR training, we are pleased to offer 20% off our selection of AEDs and AED bundles. Visit http://bit.ly/2PzGaxe... If you are AED ready why not consider downloading our AED location app Save a Life. Find the nearest AED to you or add the location of your AED to help build Canada's largest AED map! Download today http://bit.ly/2M1KGSP

According to the Canadian Heart and Stroke Foundation strong evidence is emerging around the link between heart function and cognitive function. Conditions such as atrial fibrillation or heart failure can reduce blood flow to the brain resulting in an increased risk for strokes or even early dementia or cognitive decline. It's never too late to start living a heart-healthy lifestyle, here are some tips to get started. https://www.heartandstroke.ca//heal/healthy-eating-basic...s Learn First Aid today to be better prepared for tomorrow 1(800)665-7114 or click http://bit.ly/2ROKmLO #LearnFirstAid #SaveALife #TipTuesday

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90% of #Canadians have at least one risk factor for a heart condition, stroke, or vascular cognitive impairment*. February is #HeartMonth and over the course of the next several weeks, we will be sharing heart-health related information. Stay tuned for more! #HeartMonth https://www.heartandstroke.ca//heartandstrokereport2019.as ... Learn First Aid today to be better prepared for tomorrow 1(800)665-7114 or click http://bit.ly/2ROKmLO #SJA #LearnFirstAid #SaveALife

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We often hear that #CPR compressions can be done to the beat of #StayingAlive. Fear not for those who are not so disco savvy a #Spotify playlist was created by New York Presbyterian Hospital offering alternative songs to do #CPR. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/67BxVmgXqjr2lQqXKsyLxw Learn First Aid to know what to do during an emergency. http://bit.ly/2TlP6V6 or call 1(800)471-7771 to register #CPRMonth #SJA #SaveALife

Ongoing casualty care for head injury When a casualty has received a blow to the head or neck that causes decreased consciousness or unconsciousness, immediately suspect a neck injury. Tell the casualty not to move, steady and support the head. Send for medical help and give ongoing casualty care. A casualty with a concussion may appear to recover quickly, but there is always the threat of serious injury. Tell the casualty to get medical help right away for a full evaluation ...of the injury. If the casualty is unconscious and you must leave them alone, place them in the recovery position, carefully supporting the head and neck during any movement. If the casualty is face-up, monitor breathing continuously. A casualty who shows signs of compression needs to seek medical help immediately. Take a First Course to be prepared in an emergency click https://bit.ly/3gLaZKA or call 1(800)665-7114 #LearnFirstAid #SaveALife #SJA See more

There are up to 45,000 cardiac arrests in Canada each year. That’s just over 123 per day! Together we can improve the chances of survival by learning #CPR, having access to an #AED, and avoiding bad heart habits. If you need to update your #CPR skills visit us at http://bit.ly/2ROKmLO to register today or call 1(800)665-7114. #CPRMonth #SJA #FAQFriday

I heard that CPR is just compressions now, and that the breaths don’t matter. Is that true? Yes and no. If you can give breaths, the casualty will have a better chance for a survival. Otherwise, do compressions-only. Take a First Aid course today to know what to do in tomorrows emergency http://bit.ly/2ROKmLO or call 1(800)665-7114 #FAQFriday #LearnFirstAid #CPRmonth #SJA #LearnFirstAid #FAQFriday

#AED is an automated external defibrillator - a device used to deliver a shock to help restart a stopped heart. To purchase a #AED contact St John Ambulance today 1(800) 665-7114 or click http://bit.ly/2PzGaxe #SaveALife #SJA #CPRMonth

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Take a moment and honour those who give their lives to keep us safe. We are so grateful for all those who sacrificed so much for our country. #Remembranceday #LestWeForget In Flanders fields the poppies blow between the crosses, row on row, That mark our place; and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly... Scarce heard amid the guns below. We are the Dead. Short days ago We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, Loved and were loved, and now we lie In Flanders Fields. Take up our quarrel with the foe: To you from failing hands we throw The torch; be yours to hold it high. If ye break faith with us who die We shall not sleep, though poppies grow In Flanders fields. by John McCrae See more

Choking (Child) If a choking child can speak, breathe or cough STAND BY and encourage coughing. If a conscious child cannot speak, breathe or cough: 1. Support the casualty’s upper body and help them lean forward.... 2. Give up to 5 sharp blows between the shoulder blades using the heel of your hand. 3. If the obstruction is still not cleared, stand or kneel behind the child. 4. Place your fist midline just above the belly button. 5. Grasp fist with other hand and press inward and upward forcefully 5 times. 6. Continue back blows and abdominal thrusts until object is expelled or person becomes unconscious. To learn what to do during an emergency take a first aid course today, click http://bit.ly/2ROKmLO or call 1(800)665-7114 to register #TipTuesday #SaveALife #SJA

St John Ambulance issues over 500,000 certificates in #FirstAid and #CPR to Canadians each year. Find the hero within yourself and #Learn First Aid to be prepared to save a life tomorrow. Register today http://bit.ly/2ROKmLO or call 1(800)665-7114 #FAQFriday #SJA

St. John Ambulance is a charity and international humanitarian organization dedicated to helping Canadians improve their health, safety and quality of life through training and community service. Revenue generated from first aid/CPR training supports St. John Ambulance’s charitable work in Canada and around the world. Take a First Aid course, register today to help support our ongoing charity work. To register call 1(800)665-7114 or click http://bit.ly/2ROKmLO #LearnFirstAid #SaveALife #FAQFriday

Contact St John Ambulance to purchase an #AED. The ZOLL AED 3 provides enhanced real CPR Help, which measures the actual depth and rate of each compression and displays it numerically on the CPR Dashboard feature. The Real CPR Help integrated, real-time CPR feedback tells and shows rescuers when they are administering high-quality CPR. Having a #AED on-site can help save a life, 1(800)665-7114 http://bit.ly/2PzGaxe #CPRMonth #SJA #SaveALife

Are you looking for a great gift to give for the holidays? We have a great selection of first aid courses that would be suited to many different ages and interests. Register today to know how you can help tomorrow, call 1(800) 665-7114 or go to http://bit.ly/2ROKmLO Give the gift of safety #SaveALife #LearnFirstAid #SJA

Depression affects one’s emotions, thinking, behavior, and physical well-being. Some symptoms include lack of emotional responsiveness, mood swings, hopelessness, impaired memory and concentration, withdrawal from others, chronic fatigue, and thoughts of death and suicide. Not every person who is depressed has all these symptoms, and there are different levels of depression based on the number and severity of symptoms. For more information about depression and other depressive disorders, visit https://www.mhfa.ca/. Register for a First Aid Course today to be prepared for tomorrow http://bit.ly/2ROKmLO #mentalhealth #MHFA #SJA #TipTuesday

Every minute defibrillation is delayed, the survival rates of those suffering a #cardiacemergency decreases. Less than 6% survive. This statistic is staggering and proves that accessibility to #AEDs in critical. #CPRMonth #SaveALife #SJA A real-life video of #CPR and #AED being deployed! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YrBq_sFV3LA... To learn what to do during an emergency, take a first aid course today, http://bit.ly/2ROKmLO or call 1(800)665-7114 #TipTuesday #SaveALife #CPRMonth

Personal Protective Equipment Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is clothing and equipment used to protect the first aider and to minimize the risks of health and safety hazards when in contact with a casualty. PPE can be gloves, a pocket mask used for ventilations, a helmet, eye protection, safety boots, etc. Use a face mask or shield when providing artificial respiration or CPR. Always follow the manufacturer’s directions for disinfecting and cleaning reusable items. Sin...gle-use masks, one-way valves, and gloves are disposed of by double bagging with other contaminated articles. If used in the workplace, follow provincial/territorial and/or company protocols for disposal of hazardous items. Disposable gloves prevent direct hand contact between the first aider and the casualty. Wear gloves when you might touch blood, bodily fluids, tissue or anything that has come in contact with one of these. If you tear a glove, wash your hands as soon as possible, and put on a new pair. Dispose of contaminated gloves by sealing them in a plastic bag and double-bagging them. To learn what to do during an emergency take a first aid course today, click http://bit.ly/2ROKmLO or call 1(800)665-7114 #TipTuesday #SaveALife #sportsafetytips #playsafe #safetyfirst

Mental Health Awareness Consider these factors and how they might affect someone: Critical incident or traumatic event Dementia in an older adult (Alzheimer disease, Lewy body disease or vascular dementia, neurocognitive disorder) Mood and psychiatric disorders (depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia) ... The World Health Organization defines health as a state of (complete) physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity (WHO). Mental health issues can be related to the health of a whole person. There are symptoms of physical conditions that may mimic the symptoms of a mental health issue or crisis such as: Diabetic emergencies Drug reactions Environmental emergencies (heat and cold injuries) Head injuries Infections/fever Lack of oxygen Shock If you are concerned for a casualty’s well-being, call 911. It is more important to focus on getting the appropriate help than trying to determine a cause of the emergency. The Mental Health Continuum shows the range of mental health. Those with mental health illness or mental health problems can move through this range, and with self-care, support or treatment, they can get back to green. The focus is behaviours because loved ones or colleagues who are suffering will show certain behaviours. They can be directed to resources. This is not a tool for diagnosing someone. That is for mental health professionals. First aid can be used for more than just physical medical emergencies. Learn first aid to know what to do during all different emergencies. Register http://bit.ly/2ROKmLO or call 1(800)665-7114 #SaveALife #SJA #TipTuesday See more

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First Aid for a Suspected Opioid Overdose First aid for an opioid overdose is a combination of rescue breathing and administration of naloxone (if trained and available). Rescue breathing is the same as breaths delivered during CPR, except without chest compressions. Deliver one breath every 5 seconds ensuring the chest rises. If you suspect the casualty is having an overdose, follow these first aid steps: 1. Perform a scene survey. Make sure the area is safe for you to be in... - be aware of risks from people in the area as well as drug paraphernalia. 2. Use SAVE ME to remember the steps: S - Stimulate. Shake, shout, and activate EMS A - Airway. Open the airway V - Ventilate. Deliver one breath every 5 seconds ensuring the chest rises E - Evaluate. Are these steps helping? M - Medication. Prepare and deliver a dose of naloxone if available and you are trained. E - Evaluate. Did the naloxone help? You should see improvement within 2-3 minutes. If a casualty is not breathing, begin CPR. Rescue breaths are delivered to assist a casualty having an overdose if they are breathing on their own, but at a lower rate. Check local protocols if naloxone is delivered before or after rescue breaths/CPR have been started. When possible, have another rescuer perform rescue breaths while you prepare and deliver a dose of naloxone. If there is no improvement after 2 to 3 minutes, deliver a second dose of naloxone. Caution: Naloxone reverses the effects of an opioid overdose, which may cause the casualty to become aggressive or combative; or cause a seizure, vomiting, and a fast heart rate. Ensure your safety and be prepared to assist with these other conditions if they happen. Take a First Aid course today to know what to do in tomorrows emergency http://bit.ly/2ROKmLO or call 1(800)665-7114 #TipTuesday #LearnFirstAid #SaveALife

Illness We often think of first aid in the context of injuries only. But when someone becomes very sick, the result can be a medical emergency in which first aid can save a life. Some illnesses, like heart attacks or strokes come on very fast. Other illnesses progress more slowly and it can be hard to decide exactly when you have a medical problem that calls for a doctor’s attention. Get medical help when any of the following is present: Sudden severe pain in any part of... the body Sudden changes in vision, headache or dizziness Severe or persistent diarrhea or vomiting Sudden weakness or slurred/jumbled speech Persistent high temperature Changes in level of consciousness Rash of unknown origin Repeated fainting Obvious depression, suicide threats or attempts Whenever you are very worried about yourself or someone in your care. Register for a first aid course today to be prepared for tomorrow's emergency call 1(800) 665-7114 or click http://bit.ly/2ROKmLO #Tiptuesday #LearnFirstAid #SJA

Did you know that St. John Ambulance was established in Canada in 1883 but has roots dating back over 1,000 years! That’s a long time practicing and perfecting #firstaid and #CPR and we want to share these skills with you! Proceeds from our training are always re-invested back into community services. 1(800)665-7114 or click to register http://bit.ly/2ROKmLO #LearnFirstAid #FAQFriday #FAQFriday #firstaid #savealife #cpr

Heat exhaustion is more serious than heat cramps. The casualty has lost a lot of fluids through sweating. Circulation is affected as the blood flows away from the major organs and pools in the blood vessels just below the skin. Signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion: Excessive sweating and dilated pupils Casualty may complain of dizziness, blurred vision, headache or cramps ... Signs of shock, including: cold, clammy skin; weak, rapid pulse; rapid, shallow breathing; vomiting and unconsciousness Dry mouth and thirst (signs of dehydration) Irritability or aggressive behavior First aid for heat exhaustion: First aid for heat exhaustion combines the first aid for heat cramps with the first aid for shock. 1. If the casualty is conscious: Give the conscious casualty water or drinks with electrolytes and carbohydrates; if the casualty vomits, don’t give anything by mouth and get medical help right away Place them at rest on their back in a cool place Remove excessive clothing and loosen tight clothing at the neck and waist Apply cool wet towels or cold packs to the body core, around the head, and under the arms 2. If the casualty is unconscious: Place them in the recovery position Get medical help right away 3. Give ongoing casualty care until medical help takes over Take a first aid course today to know what to do during tomorrows emergency http://bit.ly/2ROKmLO or call 1(800)665-7114 #LearnFirstAid #TipTuesday #SJA

From 1908 1920, St. John Ambulance underwent significant growth in community services, memberships, and training. More than 100 people were trained in First Aid every year during that time. Take a first aid course today to be prepared for tomorrow's emergency http://bit.ly/2ROKmLO or call 1(800)665-7114 #FAQFriday #BeSafe #SJA

Heatstroke (hyperthermia or sunstroke) Heatstroke is a life-threatening condition where the body’s temperature rises far above normal. It is caused by prolonged exposure in a hot, humid, and perhaps poorly ventilated environment. In classic heatstroke, the body’s temperature control mechanism fails; sweating stops and the body temperature rises rapidly. In exertional heatstroke, the body temperature rises rapidly due to heavy physical exertion in high humidity and temperature..., even though sweating continues. Elderly people and those in poor health are more likely to suffer from heatstroke. Without immediate first aid heatstroke can result in permanent brain damage or death. Signs and symptoms of heatstroke Body temperature rapidly rises to 40C or higherthe casualty is hot to the touch The pulse is rapid and full but gets weaker in later stages Breathing is noisy Skin is flushed, hot and dry in classic heatstroke, and flushed, hot and sweaty in exertional heatstroke Casualty is restless and may complain of headache, fatigue, dizziness and nausea Vomiting, convulsions, unconsciousness may occur You can tell the difference between heat exhaustion and heatstroke by the condition of the skin. In heat exhaustion, the skin is moist and cold. In heatstroke, the skin is hot, flushed and may be dry or wet. Take a First Aid course today to know what to do in tomorrows emergency http://bit.ly/2ROKmLO or call 1(800)665-7114 #TipTuesday #LearnFirstAid #SJA