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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>I agree it is an excellent idea to know how to help
our pets, friends and family with basic first aid.</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>As a trained first-aider for workplaces, I would
just sound a little caution about the Heimlich maneuver. </FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>By all means use it if you need to, it can save
lives, but I have been taught that if you do use it, your paitient should see a
doctor afterwards as it can cause internal injuries.</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>I am grateful I have never had to, and admire
Karen's calmness in dealing with a potentially life-threatening
situation.</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>Happy Thanksgiving to all our friends, four and
two-legged, in the US.</FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT face=Arial size=2>Sally with Rolph and Clara,
UK</FONT></DIV></BODY></HTML>