Environmental Illness

2 archived articles on this topic.

• Essential First Aid Supplies for Backcountry & Wilderness Adventures

  June 5, 2025

  Discover the must-have wilderness first aid supplies for outdoor adventures, based on Red Cross guidelines. Ideal for hikers, campers, and aspiring first responders. Learn what to pack, how to use it, and why it matters when help is far away.

• Heat Exhaustion, Heat Stroke, and Dehydration: A Guide for Professional Responders

  June 2, 2025

  Learn how EMS professionals and advanced first aid responders can prevent, recognize, and manage heat-related emergencies like heat exhaustion and heat stroke using Red Cross emergency care protocols. Stay prepared this summer with expert tips for professional responders.