WOOD: Training high school students in CPR of critical importanceClinton HeraldAmerican Red Cross training saves lives. In November 2010, two Clinton YWCA employees, trained in Red Cross lifeguarding and CPR, made a “save” from the pool. On Nov. 9, the lifeguard on duty noticed a female, who had been swimming laps, …and more » red cross [...]
Read More...Screening essential for young athletesToronto SunThe tragedy of a sudden death in an otherwise "presumably healthy" child causes not only sadness, but also deep concern as to how the death might have been prevented. Doctors are often asked, "Isn't there a test or something to prevent this? …and more » prevent child drowning – Google News
Read More...REC REPORT: Triathlon possible with trainingGrand Forks GazetteThe summer Red Cross swim lessons program will start the first week in July with a new session starting each week for the summer months. Spaces are limited so register early to reserve a spot and to avoid disappointment. Pick up an April flyer for … red cross [...]
Read More...Gwinnett's child-death reviewers earn state nodGwinnettdailypost.comThat action includes police officers stressing the importance of secured gates around residential swimming pools after a child drowning, and heightened awareness among parents about the safest cribs, said Stan Hall, who heads Gwinnett's Victim Witness …and more » prevent child drowning – Google News
Read More...Marana to hold quarterly blood drive April 14Explorer NewsThe American Red Cross and Town of Marana are hosting a blood drive April 14 from 9 am to 3 pm at the Marana Municipal Complex, 11555 W. Civic Center Drive. Donating blood takes 45 to 60 minutes. Donors need not know their type in order to [...]
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ABC15.com (KNXV-TV)Water Safety Day Helps AZ Children Learn Pool SafetyKPHO Phoenix"Living without your child because there was something that you could have done to prevent his or her death is a very difficult road to travel," said Druann Letter who lost son to drowning and now teaches swimming lessons. Local leaders say programs …Hundreds of [...]
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Community CommonHealth Commissioner; Budget Cuts Puts Community At RiskCommunity CommonWhen asked if that has been compromised with the latest round of budget cuts Burton said, "very much so, one day when I was in a budget meeting I got a phone call from one of my employees saying the Red Cross needed staff from us [...]
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Wanganui ChronicleBid to prevent Maori deathsWanganui ChronicleSchools should be doing more to educate children to swim, Mr Gilmore said. "There's not a sadder sight to see than a drowned child." Surf Lifesaving taught beach safety classes to schools, known as Beach Education, and was hoping to increase the uptake … prevent child drowning – Google [...]
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