First Aid News & Features

Days after playing in the water, some children are struck by what is sometimes called "dry drowning." It's rare, but scary when it happens.

A previous study found that 2 percent of cardiac arrest survivors exhibit full awareness during CPR, which can lead to post-traumatic stress disorder.

The CDC estimates that as many as 8,000 people are bitten by venomous snakes in the U.S. each year. Such bites are rarely fatal. They kill about five people annually. But snake venom can cause serious harm.

In the United States, six children have died in hot cars so far this year -- and about 750 since 1998, the study authors noted.

Based on the poll results, the ACEP is calling on federal lawmakers to take steps to help hospitals prepare for mass casualties and emergencies.

Surgeon General Helps Save Person Mid-Flight

From 2007 to 2014, there were nearly 437,400 penetrating wound trauma victims. The largest numbers of patients were ages 15 to 24. Of nearly 36,300 patients who died, gunshot wounds accounted for 88 percent of deaths, while stab wounds accounted for 12 percent.

Winter weather can create many potential health hazards. Here's how to stay healthy when you're facing frigid temps and snow storms.

Some of the flies carried hundreds of different bacteria species, including ones known to be harmful to humans, the researchers found.

After massacre in Las Vegas, experts urge Americans to be prepared and have a plan.

Clark Jacobs fell from his college loft bed. After emergency brain surgery, his recovery was difficult, and lengthy.

Animal experiments suggest this may be a potential alternative to bone grafts, researchers say

Good Samaritans can help prevent brain damage, nursing home care for cardiac arrest victims

Rare complication of transfusions has led to beefed-up testing requirements

There's currently less than a 5-day supply, group says

Hoverboard injuries have become increasingly common in recent months. Here's what you need to know from WebMD.

Starting rescue efforts for victims of cardiac arrest before ambulance arrives boosts survival

Doctor offers tips to avoid dangerous drops in body temperatures during cold winter months

Expert thinks this common worry may create unnecessary fear of arachnids

Technology could save many lives in countries where venomous snakes are common

One in three people don’t understand when an ambulance is not necessary to deal with common medical situations, a survey indicates.

Local and state health departments are better prepared than ever to deal with public health emergencies, but recession-related budget cuts threaten to reverse hard-won gains, a newly released analysis finds.

Younger people in America's workforce are twice as likely as older workers to suffer an injury on the job that requires treatment in an emergency room, a new CDC report suggests.

Forget mouth-to-mouth. To save a cardiac arrest victim's life, call 911. Then give hard, fast chest compressions until help arrives.

The FDA has cleared for marketing GelSpray Liquid Bandage, which is designed for combat and noncombat wounds.