The Growing Challenge of Hospital Wait Times There are too many very sad and frustrating stories of people having to wait…
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Categories: bystander first aid , Canadian healthcare , community health , Emergency Preparedness , first aid app , hospital wait times , Ready FIRST AIDE , workplace safety
The Growing Challenge of Hospital Wait Times There are too many very sad and frustrating stories of people having to wait…
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Categories: Bystander Intervention , Choking , Emergency Preparedness , emergency response , First Aid , Health & Safety , Ready FIRST AIDE , workplace safety
Please watch this video to help you understand what a cough is, and how to help someone that is choking. Now…
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Categories: Community Preparedness , CPR , Emergency Management , First Aid , Health and Safety
In the critical moments following an accident or medical emergency, the actions taken—or not taken—can make the difference between life…
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Categories: Bleeding Control , Emergency Management , First Aid , Trauma Response
Please watch this video to help you understand what the body does to stop bleeding and why it is so…
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Categories: Emergency Preparedness , fire bans , First Aid , wildfires
Disasters and regional emergencies are happening with greater frequency and intensity. The wildfires and related smoke are a significant concern…
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Categories: Bystander Intervention , CPR , emergency response , First Aid , Healthcare , Patient Outcomes
When emergencies strike, the actions of bystanders can significantly impact patient outcomes. Research has consistently shown that initiating First Aid…
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Categories: Community Training , Fentanyl , Naloxone , Opioid Crisis , Stigma Reduction
The opioid crisis has escalated into a widespread public health emergency, affecting communities across all socio-economic backgrounds. With opioid-related overdoses…
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Categories: bystanders , CPR , Emergency Management , First Aid , Public Safety
Every day, countless emergencies unfold across Canada, ranging from accidents to sudden illnesses. These incidents often occur at home where…
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Categories: CPR Training , Emergency Preparedness , First Aid , Life-Saving Skills
Sometimes You Can’t Wait for the Ambulance — Are You Ready? When a medical emergency strikes, every second matters. Some conditions…
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Categories: AED , CPR , Emergency Preparedness , Willing Bystander
AEDs Are Everywhere — So Why Aren’t Survival Rates Improving? The government and businesses have purchased thousands of AEDs, they are…
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Categories: Bystander Action , CPR , emergency response , Life-Saving Techniques
It’s Not Just the Tools—It’s Trust and Understanding This is the second Blog related to the posting of THE BIG MISTAKE – Blog…
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Categories: AED , CPR , Emergency Management , Heart Health , Sudden Cardiac Arrest
❤️ Heart Disease and Cardiac Arrest touches everyone’s lives. Everyone knows someone in the family, a friend and co-worker, neighbour…
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Categories: AED , Bystander Training , CPR , Emergency Management , Sudden Cardiac Arrest
Sudden Cardiac Arrest: Minutes Matter, Lives Depend on It Every year 60,000 people suffer a Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA). A cardiac…
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Categories: bystanders , first responders , life-saving strategies , emergency response
Empowering Bystanders: A New Frontier in Emergency Response Imagine a bustling office building in downtown Toronto, or a vibrant shopping center…
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Categories: Bystander Effect , CPR , Emergency Management , First Aid , Public Safety
Why Bystanders Hesitate to Help in Emergencies In emergency situations, the immediate response of bystanders can significantly impact the outcome for…
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Categories: Community Preparedness , emergency response , Ready FIRST AIDE , Southlake Health Foundation
A New Program for Community Preparedness In a vital collaboration aimed at strengthening community health and emergency response, **Get Ready** is…
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Categories: CPR , First Aid , Injury Prevention , workplace safety
In today's fast-paced work environment, ensuring the health and safety of employees is paramount. One of the most effective ways…
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Categories: AED , CPR , Emergency Management , First Aid , Good Samaritan Law
Many bystanders want to help but they are afraid of being sued or having legal action taken against them if…
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Categories: Community Safety , Emergency Management , First Aid , Healthcare Support
ALLISTON, ON, June 3, 2025 /CNW/ - Get Ready is proud to launch the 'Become a Willing Bystander' Program in support of the Stevenson Memorial Hospital Foundation and…
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Get Ready is very pleased and excited to bring this very important program to our communities. Please watch this short introduction…
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