by Steve Farzam | Nov 22, 2019 | EMT, Farzam Steve, Steve Farzam
In the United States, over one million burn injuries need medical attention every year. A burn consists of tissue damage that results from contact with flames, electricity, sun exposure, and other radiation, corrosive chemicals, or very hot water, the occurrence known...
by Steve Farzam | Oct 8, 2019 | EMT, Farzam Steve, Health
When thinking of extreme weather, it’s often incorrectly assumed that fall is a safe season sandwiched between summer and winter. However, people can be left unprepared if they’re not aware of the weather events that commonly occur during the season of pumpkins and...
by Steve Farzam | Oct 1, 2019 | Farzam Steve, Health, Steve Farzam
A day at the beach can quickly turn disastrous if you don’t take proper safety precautions. Beachgoers can keep themselves out of harm’s way by following a few simple rules. Here are some general safety tips for almost every beach. Check the Weather...
by Steve Farzam | Dec 19, 2018 | Emergency Medical Technician, EMT, Farzam Steve, Steve Farzam
Landslides can happen anywhere, often due to tectonic instability, storms, fires and also human excavation efforts. Because they can happen swiftly, it is best to look for environmental changes that might herald a potential landslide. Landslides occur when terrain...
by Steve Farzam | Oct 12, 2018 | Emergency Medical Technician, EMT, Farzam Steve, Health, Steve Farzam
Many people suffer from strong emotions, especially with specific triggers. Unfortunately for some people, their strong emotions become out of control and can turn into a behavioral emergency. In the event of a behavioral emergency, time is of the essence. The...
by Steve Farzam | Sep 21, 2018 | Emergency Medical Technician, EMT, Farzam Steve, Health, Santa Monica, Steve Farzam
In every U.S. state and territory, the threat of a flood is a very real possibility, as is in any area of the world that receives rain. In the U.S. alone, more people die as a result of flooding than from tornadoes, hurricanes, or lightning. A flood constitutes as an...
