Once you understand and follow basic first aid principles, you'll help assure the best possible outcome for a sick or injured person and know that your quick, knowledgeable action may be the difference between life and death.

Most cardiac arrest victims die because witnesses don't know how to give CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation). Significantly increase the victim's survival chances when you know CPR.

Illustrated guide to CPR courtesy of the University of Washington Medical School

Have you ever seen someone choking? What if you could help them? What if you knew how to save their life instead of standing by helplessly?

Can you recognize different types of bleeding? Each type requires a different response.

First aid when a person has a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis) can help save their life...

Was the snake poisonous? Now what? Quick action is vital.

Even a minor cut left untreated can be an open invitation for infection. Do you know what to do?

Bites and stings can be a painful annoyance or a serious medical emergency. First aid knowledge and quick reaction could save a life.

Do you know how to remove a tick safely? Tiny ticks can lead to big problems... especially if they aren't removed properly.

Wild animal bites are serious and require immediate medical attention. What should you do until help arrives or you can get to a hospital?