Author: In A Heartbeat

The average Emergency Medical Services response time is 7 minutes, while the average time for law enforcement officers to arrive at the scene after a 911 call is 22 minutes. Factors such as distance, traffic, weather, and other emergencies influence how quickly trained professionals can get to where their callers are. In the event of

In 2021 alone, there were over 693 cases of mass shootings. Compared to 5 years ago, the numbers have almost tripled. Everyday, more than 300 Americans are shot. From around 600 children affected by gun violence in 2014 to 733 victims in 2017, the figures have risen to up to 999 children killed or injured

School violence is a very important topic but a difficult one to discuss. Bringing it into a child’s awareness seems like exposing them to danger. The truth, however, is that ignoring the potential of school violence does not make that threat disappear. Parents and teachers need to take the initiative to shield their children from