Latest news with #TraumaAwarenessMonth
Yahoo
30-05-2025
- General
- Yahoo
‘The sooner you can stop the bleeding, the faster you can save lives,' experts say
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) — Savannah Impact Program and Memorial Health teamed up Thursday to put on a 'Stop the Bleed' course as a part of Trauma Awareness Month. 'Stop the Bleed' is a two-hour hands-on course where instructors went through a step-by-step what to do in a situation where someone is bleeding heavily. May is Trauma Awareness and Stop the Bleeding Month. Registered nurse Keith Dawson went through a A-B-C method which means alerting 911, find the bleeding and compressing the wound. 'I'm holding direct pressure for 10 minutes,' Dawson said, 'it looks like it stopped, so I kind of take a peek, I think I'm okay. I decided to walk away and do something else. All of a sudden, my victim moves, coughs or sneezes anything to change that pressure in their body and they pop the clot, and they are bleeding again.' The Injury Prevention Disaster Management Coordinator at Memorial Health, Emily Burnside said that the course is often taken by coaches, police officers and parents but she recommended it for everyone. 'You do not have to be a clinician to help save lives, you can be out in the public and we want to kind of empower our community to know that,' Burnside said. Memorial Health offers this course year-round, and they said they recommend everyone to have a bleeding control kit handy, especially with hurricane season right around the corner. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
American Red Cross hosts blood drives ahead of summer
The American Red Cross has scheduled blood drives in Pawnee and Payne Counties, seeking to increase the blood supply ahead of summer. 'Emergencies don't take a holiday. As we head into Memorial Day weekend, the American Red Cross urges donors to keep the blood supply top of mind and help save lives by making an appointment to give blood,' the Red Cross wrote in a press release. 'Immediate access to blood products is a key part of summer safety. With millions of Americans expected to travel around Memorial Day and engage in water sports, boating, camping and other outdoor activities, the risk of accidents increases. Though it can be a busy time, making and keeping blood donation appointments remains a critical priority in May during Trauma Awareness Month. 'Type O blood donors and those giving platelets are essential right now to meet the needs of hospitals. Volunteer blood donors can be the light in a patient's recovery, especially accident victims who may require hundreds of blood units through transfusions.' The Payne County blood drives will be noon to 6 p.m. June 2 at the Stillwater Community Center and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 13 at Stillwater Medical Center. The Pawnee County blood drive will be 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Cleveland Community Center, 211 E. Wichita Ave. Appointments can be scheduled at by downloading the Red Cross Blood Donor App or calling 1-800-REDCROSS. 'Those who come to give June 1-30, will get a $15 Gift Card by email and will be automatically entered for a chance to win one of two $7,000 gift cards. Terms apply. Visit the release reads. 'All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients. A blood donor card or driver's license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements. 'Another way to support the lifesaving mission of the Red Cross is to become a volunteer blood donor ambassador at Red Cross blood drives. Blood donor ambassadors help greet, check in and thank blood donors to ensure they have a positive donation experience. Volunteers can also serve as transportation specialists, playing a vital role in ensuring lifesaving blood products are delivered to nearby hospitals. For more information and to apply for either position, contact visit
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Trauma healthcare workers and patients hold luncheon during Trauma Awareness Month
BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Patients and healthcare heroes reunited Wednesday to recognize workers who specialize in treating trauma patients. 'It is extremely rewarding. It is one of the most indescribable feelings I think you've heard throughout this event. You heard everybody refer to it as a calling rather than just a job. This is something that we choose to do,' Trauma Surgeon and Medical Director Dr. Blerina Begolli said. Ascension Sacred Heart Bay sponsored the luncheon in honor of Trauma Awareness Month. 'Today's event is very near and dear to my heart because, as you guys heard me say earlier, we get to see the patients at their worst. We get to see them when they're injured. They're hurting, they are crying. It's the worst possible thing. And very frequently, they leave, and we don't get that follow-up story. In trauma, it is more unique because we do see them in pre-hospital and we do follow them in our clinic after discharge,' Begolli added. 104 year old business owner's legacy courses through Downtown Panama City Jeremy Ridley and Cassie Ridley were in a major car crash in November 2024. They received care at Ascension Sacred Heart Bay's trauma wing. 'I always say the mama hen, and they wanted to put us under their wings and just take care of us. And that's how you feel. That is how you feel here. And it's from what they were talking about, you know, the janitors and things like that. Those were some of the sweetest people because they would come in and they would talk to you,' the Ridleys said. The trauma center is specifically designed to handle any trauma patient over the age of 15. Ascension Sacred Heart Bay is a designated trauma facility in both Florida and Alabama. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
