by Steve Farzam | Feb 4, 2019 | EMT, Steve Farzam
Accidental cuts when chopping food, the skinned knees of youth and other everyday mishaps are common. As such, most people find themselves treating an open wound at some point in time. Knowing how to do so correctly ensures the ability to take the right action quickly...
by Steve Farzam | Jan 8, 2019 | EMT, Steve Farzam
The phrase “first responder” may mean different things to different people. However, the term was created to describe EMS or emergency medical services. EMS workers in the field cope with high-stress situations that are often emotionally and physically demanding. They...
by Steve Farzam | Dec 19, 2018 | Emergency Medical Technician, EMT, Health, Steve Farzam
Diabetes mellitus, commonly referred to as diabetes, affects more than 29.1 million people in the United States alone. As of 2015, Diabetes is also the seventh leading cause of death in the US, both as an underlying cause or a contributing cause of death. Therefore,...
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...
