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TikTok’s blackout challenge, which dares users to choke themselves until passing out, can cause irreversible brain damage in under five minutes. The risky trend has been around for over 15 years since 2008. Parents must be vigilant to help prevent children from risking their lives for these viral trends.

World First Aid Day, celebrated today on the 9th of September 2023, is amplifying its impact through digital technology. This aligns with this year’s theme: First Aid in the Digital World. Celebrated on the 9th of September 2023, World First Aid Day focuses on integrating digital technology to make life-saving knowledge more accessible. The Global First Aid Reference Center is set to launch an updated version of its First Aid App, illustrating how digital platforms are reshaping how we learn first aid.