Did You Know? Dealing with the Heat

To avoid heat-related illnesses, you should:

ñ Drink plenty of fluids, preferably water and avoid caffeine and alcohol

ñ Avoid strenuous physical activity outdoors

ñ Avoid direct exposure to the sun and seek shade and shelter at the first signs of heat exposure

ñ Wear lightweight and loose clothing

ñ Spend at least two hours a day in an air-conditioned location, including shopping malls, local libraries or neighbourhood community centres

ñ Never leave children, the elderly or pets unattended in a car, even with the windows partly rolled down

As an Authorized Training Provider of the Canadian Red Cross, all First Aid Ottawa Standard and Emergency First Aid courses are recognized by WSIB and its Federal counterpart the Canada Labour code. Visit us online at www.FirstAidOttawa.com or at 613-225-2727.

Did You Know?: Concussions

A Concussion happens when a blow to the head shakes the brain inside the skull. This can result in bleeding in and around the brain.

A Concussion should be suspect if someone loses consciousness even if it is for only a short period of time. The person may say they “blacked out” or saw “stars”

A concussion is a head injury and should be treated as such. EMS/911 should be called and the person sent to the Hospital. If the injured person is an athlete they may be required to “sit out” for a number of days. Although many people will dismiss this as “just a concussion” it can lead to permanent brain injury.

As an Authorized Training Provider of the Canadian Red Cross, all First Aid Ottawa Standard and Emergency First Aid courses are recognized by WSIB and its Federal counterpart the Canada Labour code.  Visit us online at www.FirstAidOttawa.com or at 613-225-2727.