The Big Sandy Mountaineer -

Editor's Note: After this article on preparing for an emergency, we will do a series of articles concerning health and safety in your home.

First, understand that no-one thinks a serious accident or illness will happen to them, so like almost everyone, we do not prepare for one. EMT personnel are well trained for emergencies and can help get the person to the medical facility. Do not try to take a seriously ill or injured family member to the hospital call 911. When I took training to become a CPR instructor, they told us that one of the most important things was to have a note right by...