Medical Emergency Resources

Use these tips and suggestions as your starting point for getting your household as prepared as possible for any unforeseen emergency or disaster. Keep in mind that the more you've prepared, the more confident you'll be in any situation. No tools or first-aid aid kits are complete without someone calm and in control.

Remember that the most effective way to be prepared in any emergency is to gain as much information and relevant knowledge as possible prior to the emergency or disaster. To learn even more about how to prepare yourself for almost any situation, spend some time exploring the resources listed below. These resources provide excellent information on further emergency handling, more detailed descriptions on how to create your own emergency kits, and even more advice on what you can do to be prepared for most emergencies.

The American Red Cross (www.redcross.org)

Search here for information about emergency preparedness. Good resource for first aid and CPR training in your community.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (www.bt.cdc.gov)

Search here for credible, reliable health and wellness information provided by the CDC. This site devotes a section to Emergency Preparedness and Response.

The Mayo Clinic (www.mayoclinic.com)

The well-known not-for-profit medical practice providing accurate, detailed information for just about any illness, symptom or situation.

Ready America (www.ready.gov)

A national public service designed to empower Americans to respond to urgent situations.

United Healthcare (www.uhcsr.com)

With three decades of experience, United Healthcare works to make the health care experience better for everyone involved.


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