You have to act fast in an emergency. Sometimes, that means taking the situation into your own hands. That's especially true if someone is shot or stabbed — it's probably better to drive them to the hospital yourself. Yes, really. In September 2017, a study found that trauma victims who take an ambulance are actually more likely to die from their injuries.
I'm Shot! Call An Uber!
Time Keeps On Slippin'
What Happens When You're Shot?
Key Facts In This Video
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Anatomically, pigs and humans are very similar. 00:06
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The bullet transfers some of it's momentum into the body, which leaves internal damage surrounding the bullet wound. 01:07
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Kevlar bulletproof vests don't hold up to rifle fire. 02:38
Written by
Ashley Hamer
October 16, 2017
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