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Red Cross Local News
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November-16-2009
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Red Cross Helps Allegheny County Libraries Prepare Patrons for Flu Season
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PITTSBURGH – With extensive reference materials, computers and class offerings, Allegheny County libraries provide a wealth of information to the community. Amid flu season, however, the America
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November-13-2009
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Red Cross Offers Holiday Decorating Safety Tips
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PITTSBURGH – The holidays are a time for excitement, celebration and laughter. With this holiday season quickly approaching, people throughout the region are decorating homes; while the American
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November-6-2009
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Red Cross Urges Local Residents to Use Fire Alarms
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PITTSBURGH - The American Red Cross Southwestern Pennsylvania Chapter wants you to be safe and ready in the case of a fire. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) release
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First Aid, CPR and AED
Learn the skills that could save the life of a friend, family member or co-worker. In less time than you think, American Red Cross training can give you the vital knowledge and skills to respond to a life-threatening situation with confidence.
Whether you work with children, want training for
employees, are a professional rescuer, or simply want to know how to
help someone in an emergency, the American Red Cross has a program for
you. Learn more about the American Red Cross Advantage.
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Red Cross First Aid, CPR and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) programs are available
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*Course
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First Aid for Coaches allows you to learn basic safety skills online without attending a skills session. Participants receive an SST Handbook and a 3-year Red Cross First Aid certification. Cost: $45
First Aid for Coaches consists of 7 units:
- Coaching Responsibilities and Injury Prevention
- Preventing Disease Transmission
- First Aid
- Breathing Emergencies
- Prevention and Care for Specific Injuries
- Sudden Illness
- Psychological First Aid
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