$Text, Often, without warning, you could be called upon to use basic lifesaving skills to help someone in need. The First Aid Section of The Family Doctor is to help prepare you and your family for these potential emergency situations.
$Text, When emergencies do occur, providing first aid within the crucial first few minutes can mean the difference between life and death. When you perform first aid properly, it enables medical professionals to provide their care more effectively.
$Text, With minor injuries or illnesses, knowing what to do and when you need to seek medical assistance can save time and money.
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$Text, The First Aid Section is designed to meet your needs in an emergency, and to provide quick and easy access to the information. However, we advise that you and your family take the time to review the material in this section again and again.
$Text, Acquaint yourself with the basic procedures now so that it will serve you and your family well before an emergency strikes.
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$Text, There are three parts to the First Aid Section to review: What To Do First will prepare you to react quickly in an emergency, and to call for emergency medical assistance.
$Text, First Aid and Emergency Care includes step-by-step treatment (in some cases through animations) of specific injuries and illnesses.
$Text, Your First Aid Kit recommends what to have in your home to be prepared for providing emergency care.
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$Text, This section has been prepared as a quick-reference, but should in no way substitute for the extensive and professional training you would need to be fully prepared for an emergency.
$Text, We recommend you contact your local hospital or American Red Cross for comprehensive First Aid training and certification.
