First aid
The surprising reason why people do not use defibrillators in an emergency
Despite high accessibility and simple operation, the public still hesitates to use defibrillators. The result can be the loss of critical minutes and human lives.
The jellyfish are already here: This is what you must know before entering the sea
No panic: How to properly treat a jellyfish sting
Nosebleed: The big mistake you're making that can lead to choking
Ahead of Lag Ba’omer: The danger of bonfires – this is how you treat injuries
On Monday, tens of thousands are expected to celebrate Lag Ba’omer with bonfires across the country. MDA warns of the danger of injuries from the burning fire.
How to recognize a heart attack in real time – and the pill that can save your life
A heart attack is often silent, deceptive, and feels like indigestion. Dr. Itay Gal explains how to distinguish between anxiety and a cardiac event – and how one pill can save a life in seconds.
The mistake people may make when a person is having a seizure – and it could end in disaster
The sight of a person losing consciousness is one of the most frightening there is, but panic will not help. Here is how you can assist and save lives.
This is how you will identify a stroke before it is too late
In emergency medicine, one phrase guides stroke treatment: "Time equals brain." Every minute without care kills millions of nerve cells and reduces recovery chances.
Behind the US Air Force unit that spearheaded the mission to rescue downed airman
The concept of a dedicated pararescue force traces its roots back to the end of World War II. Becoming a PJ is widely considered one of the most grueling undertakings in the military.
The dangerous mistakes people make in first aid during emergencies
Shrapnel and missile injuries need quick, precise action. First aid mistakes can worsen injuries, so knowing the correct steps is crucial.
A life-threatening allergic attack: This is how you identify the signs and inject an Epipen
For people with sensitivity, encountering an allergen can within seconds turn into a respiratory emergency. This is what you need to know about using an auto-injector (Epipen) to save lives.
Most people do it wrong: This is how you really stop severe bleeding
Bleeding from a major blood vessel is the No. 1 preventable cause of death in trauma. Today, a tourniquet is no longer just for soldiers – it is an essential tool in every first aid kit.
This is what you need to do if there is a suspected fracture
The bones of our body are strong, but they are not unbreakable. If you were injured and suspect that you have broken a bone – This is what you must do and must not do.
IDF debuts paramedic course tailored to active combat service
“As staff, we repeatedly posed the reflective question, ‘Why am I here?’ Ultimately, they made the choice to leave, and they understand that their goal is to become life-saving medics.”
