Call 911

Call 911

Stroke and the Brain The brain is the control centre of your body. It controls how you think, feel, communicate and move. Knowing how your brain works can help you understand your stroke. Brain cells The brain is full of specialized cells called neurons. These neurons make

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Don’t Drive

Don’t Drive

When it comes to stroke, every second counts. Literally. Most strokes are caused by a blockage stopping blood flow in the brain. From the second that blockage occurs, the brain is deprived of nutrition and oxygen; brain cells start to die. “About two million neurons and 7.5

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Learning Saves Lives

Learning Saves Lives

Something that I’m very proud of at Life’s Emergency Training is that we offer a variety of courses and programs for business and home as well as train the trainer programs.  I am passionate about learning and teaching and I want to bring you the best programs

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Is It Really Just a Headache?

Is It Really Just a Headache?

So you’ve been outside for awhile and you have a throbbing headache and some dizziness. Maybe one drink too many, enjoying activities that your body is not used to or just feeling affected by the hot humid air. Or maybe it’s more serious – heat stroke aka

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Act FAST!

Act FAST!

What do you do when you see these symptoms: Face drooping? Arms unable to raise? Speech is slurred or jumbled? If you said call 9-1-1 right away, you’re right.  Time is of the utmost importance.   These signs could mean a stroke is occurring. June is National

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