6 First Aid Techniques You Can Use on Yourself in an Emergency
If you’re out in the heat this summer and begin to feel thirsty, dizzy, or nauseous, that’s a sign that you may be developing heat illness. Heat exhaustion is the…
How to Recognize the Stages of Frostbite, and When to Get Help
Photo: Vika-Viktoria (Shutterstock) When the temperatures are low and you’re outdoors, it doesn’t take long for your fingers to start feeling cold and stiff. Depending on the weather and how…
How to Treat Frostbite Until You Can Get Medical Help
Photo: woff (Shutterstock) Frostbite occurs when the skin, sometimes along with other soft tissues, freezes due to prolonged exposure to the cold. Knowing first aid to treat frostbite until you…