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July 17, 2026July 17, 2026

First Aid for Dog Bites: What to Do Immediately and When to Seek Medical Care

Aggressive dog about to bite. Dog bite first aid

TL;DR
Dog bites can range from minor scratches to life-threatening injuries. Wash the wound immediately with soap and water, stop the bleeding with direct pressure, apply antibiotic ointment, and cover the wound with a clean bandage. Call 911 for severe bleeding, major tissue damage, bites to the neck or chest, or signs of shock. Seek medical care for deep puncture … read more

April 13, 2026April 22, 2026

Common First Aid Mistakes (and How To Avoid Them)

Woman checking for signs of circulation before starting CPR

TL;DR: Common mistakes made while providing First Aid can be life-threatening. This guide will provide the top 5 most common mistakes and what to do to avoid them.

Mistakes that hinder burn recovery
Causing additional injury or death to someone with a spinal or cervical injury.
Common mistakes that prevent you from getting severe bleeding under control.
Misdiagnosing cardiac arrest.

July 17, 2020March 2, 2022

First Aid for Bleeding

Bleeding (also known as hemorrhaging) often occurs after an injury. Additionally, it can be the result of a disease. Bleeding occurs when blood vessels become damaged. Bleeding injuries can happen on the outside of the body (external bleeding) or inside the body (internal bleeding).

Minor bleeding injuries can heal on their own, when the body produces … read more