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GO 4 IT COVERAGE
Trained at 13, now a hero: Sterling Heights teen uses Heimlich to save mom during family dinner
Read full article: Trained at 13, now a hero: Sterling Heights teen uses Heimlich to save mom during family dinnerA Sterling Heights teenager who used his first aid training to save his mother’s life transitioned into a hero.
Gleaners, WDIV team up to fight summer hunger in Southeast Michigan
Read full article: Gleaners, WDIV team up to fight summer hunger in Southeast MichiganGleaners is hosting a special Go 4 It volunteer event on Monday, June 30, at its Taylor distribution center. Volunteers are needed to assemble meal kits for families in need.
WDIV, American Red Cross teaming up to offer free First Aid Basics class
Read full article: WDIV, American Red Cross teaming up to offer free First Aid Basics classThe in-person training session aims to equip participants with essential skills for handling various emergencies, from minor injuries to life-threatening situations.
Go 4 It: How one woman's vision transformed abandoned building into hub for kids, families
Read full article: Go 4 It: How one woman's vision transformed abandoned building into hub for kids, familiesThe nonprofit Developing K.I.D.S., based on Detroit's west side, is focused on lifting up the community by supporting youth in academic growth, leadership development, emotional support and family engagement. Here's how one woman's vision transformed an abandoned building into a thriving hub for kids and families.
Go 4 It: Helping Metro Detroit community learn basic first aid
Read full article: Go 4 It: Helping Metro Detroit community learn basic first aidOn Tuesday, July 15, Local 4 partnered with the American Red Cross to help community members prepare for emergencies for our July Go 4 It event: First Aid Basics at the University of Michigan Dearborn. The in-person training session showed participants essential skills for handling various emergencies, from minor injuries to life-threatening situations.
Go 4 It: First Aid Basics’ event continues in Dearborn after brief scare
Read full article: Go 4 It: First Aid Basics’ event continues in Dearborn after brief scareOur Go 4 It, First Aid Basics event is taking place right now in Dearborn, following a bit of a scare earlier on Tuesday.First responders were called to the building to ensure everything was okay.
Go 4 It event in Dearborn sees unexpected fainting, firefighters ensure safety
Read full article: Go 4 It event in Dearborn sees unexpected fainting, firefighters ensure safetyFirefighters were called to the Go 4 It event in Dearborn after two attendees fainted during a first aid basics class. The Dearborn Fire Department assessed the building for safety concerns like carbon monoxide, but found no issues. The event, hosted by Local 4 with the American Red Cross and U of M Dearborn, continued after a brief delay. Attendees were reminded of the importance of first aid skills, with advice provided on handling fainting episodes and potential seizures.
Fire department responds to Go 4 It event in Dearborn after 2 people faint
Read full article: Fire department responds to Go 4 It event in Dearborn after 2 people faintJuly's Go 4 It was briefly delayed on Tuesday due to two people fainting. Firefighters responded to the building and evacuated everyone as a precaution. Dr. Frank McGeorge said the two appear to be recovering well.
Sterling Heights teen saves choking mother with first aid skills
Read full article: Sterling Heights teen saves choking mother with first aid skillsA Sterling Heights teenager, Drew Yakubesan, used his Boy Scouts first aid training to save his mother, Jennifer, from choking during a family dinner. Drew successfully performed the Heimlich maneuver and back blows to dislodge the obstruction, highlighting the critical role of first aid skills. Jennifer emphasized the life-saving importance of such training, urging others to learn basic first aid to prevent being bystanders in emergencies. The story promotes a free "First Aid Basics" class at the University of Michigan Dearborn, encouraging public participation.
Go 4 It: Learn how to perform first aid
Read full article: Go 4 It: Learn how to perform first aidIn partnership with the American Red Cross and U-M Dearborn, we’re offering a free 50-minute first aid class to help you prepare for everyday emergencies. It'll be from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Tuesday, July 15, at UM-Dearborn Fairlane Center South at 19000 Hubbard Drive.
Go 4 It: Red Sneakers for Oakley raises food allergy awareness
Read full article: Go 4 It: Red Sneakers for Oakley raises food allergy awarenessLocal 4's Go 4 It event, in partnership with the American Red Cross and U-M Dearborn, offers a free 50-minute first aid class focusing on EpiPen usage and recognizing severe allergic reactions. Lindsey Spangler, a nurse and advocate with Red Sneakers for Oakley, emphasizes the importance of quick epinephrine administration, citing the tragic loss of Oakley, a child who died from anaphylaxis. The Peoria chapter aims to make communities more allergy-friendly, having already succeeded in Peoria with restaurants and a learning center equipped with EpiPens. The initiative hopes to inspire similar changes in Metro Detroit.
Go 4 It: Preventing minor injuries from becoming major problems
Read full article: Go 4 It: Preventing minor injuries from becoming major problemsDr. Zafar Shamoon, Medical Director at Corewell Health Dearborn, reports an increase in ER visits for minor cuts that become infected due to improper initial care. He emphasizes the importance of cleaning cuts with soap and water immediately and recommends carrying a first aid kit with antibiotic ointment for summer outings. Deep cuts, animal bites, and injuries involving foreign objects require immediate medical attention to prevent infections. Shamoon highlights the life-saving potential of first aid knowledge, encouraging participation in local first aid classes, such as the free event offered by Local 4 and the Red Cross.