In light of the recent mass shootings, medical professionals want to get the word out that immediate trauma care for wounds inflicted during such incidents is key to survival. The Stop the...
May 29, 2023
Uncontrolled hemorrhage is the largest cause of preventable mortality in trauma. When extremity bleeding is uncontrolled many, if not most EMS agencies, have now recognized the benefit of using tourniquets. Today, because...
May 29, 2023
Learning how to apply a tourniquet correctly can save a life by stopping or slowing bleeding until 911 emergency help arrives. Tourniquets are bands that are tied around an arm or leg...
May 5, 2023
Sutures are one of the most common medical supplies used in wound closure during surgical procedures. They come in different types, each with its unique properties and applications. Understanding the different types...