MONROEVILLE, Pa. (KDKA) -- Nearly 100 first responders from local police, fire and EMS departments spent the day in Monroeville for some very specific training. They learned how to best control ...

Knowing how to control bleeding quickly and effectively—and having the right equipment on hand—saves lives in the case of a traumatic accident. There are several effective ways to control bleeding in ...

Having the best bleeding control kit on hand can be a lifesaver when a critical medical emergency occurs. Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast, a first responder, or simply want to be prepared for ...

Among these options, pills are the most common type of contraception used by sexually active women in the United States. All forms of hormonal birth control work by preventing the ovaries from ...

Uncontrolled bleeding during surgery remains one of the deadliest medical emergencies. Injuries to internal organs such as the liver or spleen are especially dangerous because bleeding is difficult to ...

For cardiac-related emergencies, There over 60 Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) placed throughout the main campus. The 2 models of AEDs that are currently placed across campus for public use: ...

New program provides medical supplies to help victims in the event of violence Officials say there’s no specific threat right now, but they want soft targets of domestic terrorism to be prepared for ...

Many forms of birth control incorporate a regular break, where a person takes none of the contraceptive. At this time, they may experience bleeding that resembles a period. This is known as withdrawal ...