Red Cross Offers Super First Aid Preparedness Class at Fairplex

The Great California Shakeout on Nov. 13 has generated a lot of interest in emergency preparedness in general. It’s not a bad idea after all to think about what you would do if you had to deal with a medical emergency at home or work. Would you know how to handle a seizure? Heat stroke? The San Gabriel Pomona Valley Chapter of the American Red Cross has stepped up to sponsor a Super First Aid Preparedness Class on Sunday, Nov. 9 in the Millard Sheets Center for the Arts here at Fairplex. For a reduced rate of only $10, you can be certified in first aid for a variety of emergencies, including the treatment of burns, diabetes emergencies, seizures, bleeding, heat and cold emergencies and broken bones. The class will be taught in English and Spanish.

 The San Gabriel Pomona Valley Chapter of the American Red Cross also has launched an online store providing an easy way to order first aid kits and emergency supplies. There are first aid products for individuals, homes and businesses, such as student emergency packs, workplace first aid cabinets and family first aid kits. Tip: these are nice gifts those difficult-to-buy-for family members, employees or students. Orders take one to two weeks to process and benefit the Chapter’s programs and services. Register for the Super First Aid Preparedness Event at (626) 799-0841, Ext. 400 (English) and Ext. 455 (Spanish). Enter at Gate 1 on McKinley Avenue. Parking for this event is FREE!