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A 69-year-old former Long Island firefighter survived cardiac arrest thanks to quick-thinking bystanders who performed CPR. Months later, he returned to thank his heroes and promote life-saving training.
A new comprehensive guide shows organizations how to secure funding for Mental Health First Aid programs, making mental health education more accessible to communities nationwide. The step-by-step resource covers everything from finding grants to writing winning applications.
A second grader in Rhode Island jumped into action when he saw his classmate choking on an apple slice, performing the Heimlich maneuver he'd learned in kindergarten. The quick-thinking hero dislodged the food and saved his friend's life.
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South Africa is teaching ordinary citizens psychological first aid skills to support people in mental health crises. The evidence-based program helps bridge the country's mental healthcare gap through listening, support, and smart referrals.
When Henry Samson collapsed during a morning jog, his brother's CPR kept him alive for 20 critical minutes until help arrived. His survival story reveals how basic first aid training and a newly installed defibrillator can mean the difference between life and death.
An international anti-trafficking organization is now the first aid group to screen potential employees through INTERPOL's criminal databases, adding a powerful new shield for survivors already traumatized by exploitation. The partnership closes dangerous gaps that allowed abusers to move between humanitarian jobs undetected.
A New Jersey police officer and an everyday hero teamed up to save a man's life with quick-thinking first aid. Their swift action shows how community members and law enforcement can work together when seconds count.
When a passenger collapsed with life-threatening convulsions before takeoff, off-duty nurse Lee So-young sprang into action without hesitation. Her quick thinking and calm first aid restored his breathing and likely saved his life.
Sarah, a County Durham care worker who helps traumatized children, got the surprise of a lifetime when a fake first aid course turned into a Regency ballroom. Netflix went all out with hidden clues and a trip to Paris for one deserving fan. #