HAYA First Aid

A snake bite requires immediate attention. Stay calm and keep the bitten limb still and below heart level. Remove any ri...

Choking occurs when an object blocks the airway. If the person can cough, encourage them to keep coughing. If they canno...

Pregnancy and childbirth carry risks that require close attention. Certain warning signs during pregnancy, labor, or aft...

Poisoning can happen from swallowing, breathing in, or skin contact with harmful substances. Common causes include house...

Drowning can happen quickly and silently. If you see someone drowning, call for help immediately. Do not jump in unless ...

For minor burns, immediately cool the burn under cool running water for at least 20 minutes. Do not use ice, butter, too...

Dehydration happens when the body loses more fluid than it takes in. This is especially dangerous in hot climates and fo...

A fever is the body's natural response to infection. For adults, a temperature above 38°C (100.4°F) is considered a feve...

For cuts and wounds, the first priority is to stop the bleeding. Apply firm, direct pressure with a clean cloth or banda...

Diarrhea is very common and can be dangerous, especially for children, because it causes rapid fluid loss. The most impo...

Malaria is spread by mosquito bites and is very common in South Sudan. Symptoms usually appear 10-15 days after being bi...

Heat exhaustion happens when the body overheats, common in South Sudan's hot climate. Symptoms include heavy sweating, w...

Fever in children is common but needs careful monitoring. A child has a fever when their temperature is above 37.5°C (99...

A fracture is a broken bone. Signs include severe pain, swelling, bruising, deformity, and inability to move the area. D...

Mental health is just as important as physical health. A mental health crisis can include severe anxiety, panic attacks,...