Why Emergency Response Training in Schools Is More Important Than Ever With the rise of opioid-related incidents and sudden cardiac events, U.S. schools aren’t just places for textbooks and tests—they’re quickly becoming first lines of defense in community health. Recent data paints a clear picture: drug-overdose deaths among youth aged 10–19 doubled between 2019 and… Read more

The Stark Reality of Cardiac Arrest in the U.S. Each year, over 356,000 Americans experience an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA). That’s nearly 1,000 people every single day—at home, work, school, parks, and everywhere in between. Despite advances in emergency medicine, the national survival rate still hovers around 10%. It’s a sobering statistic, but here’s the… Read more

Myth #1: Snake Bites—“Suck Out the Venom” or Cut the Wound When people imagine wilderness emergencies, snake bites rank high on the list of fears. Despite what movies might suggest, cutting an X over the bite, attempting to suck out venom, or applying a tourniquet are all outdated and potentially dangerous practices. The Facts: Do… Read more

When you’re in the great outdoors, help can be hours—or even days—away. First aid kits are great, but confidence in the wild comes from real-world skills and hands-on practice, not just knowing how to slap on a Band-Aid. That’s why at Code Blue Safety Skills, we believe outdoor first aid training should be built on… Read more

Spending time outdoors—whether you're hiking through mountain trails, exploring new campsites with family, or just soaking up the sunshine—lets you connect with nature in unforgettable ways. The fresh air, the scenery, the sense of freedom… But just as quickly, a stumble on a rocky path, a surprise allergic reaction, or a sudden medical crisis can… Read more

Wilderness adventures are one of the highlights of being involved in scouting, leading camps, or guiding groups into the great outdoors. But with that sense of adventure comes real responsibility. Whether you’re organizing a weekend overnight, a hiking trip, or leading a summer-long camp, group safety should be the top priority—and that means having practical,… Read more

When a new school year rolls around, it means fresh supplies, lesson plans, and—if you’re a teacher or admin—about a thousand things to juggle all at once. But ask anyone who’s been through a campus emergency: one of the most important things on your checklist is making sure the entire school team feels ready to… Read more

Confidence Saves Lives: The Power of Not Panicking We’ve all heard that keeping calm is key in an emergency—but how many people truly feel confident enough to step in and help? It’s one thing to know what you “should” do, but quite another to have actually practiced it with your own hands. When you’ve trained… Read more

If you grew up hearing “Quick, put some butter on that burn!”—you’re not alone. This old-school kitchen tip is probably one of the most common pieces of first aid advice passed down through generations. But here’s the thing: it’s not just outdated, it can actually make things worse. Let’s break down why smearing butter on… Read more

"Lean Back!" and Other First Aid Myths: What Really Works for Nosebleeds Raise your hand if you grew up hearing, "Tilt your head back when you get a nosebleed!" You’re definitely not alone—this age-old advice gets passed down through generations, but here’s the hard truth: it’s not just wrong, it can actually make things a… Read more