Thread by @DissanaikeMD

If you hear gunfire, safest to assume that's what it is. As many did today, leave everything, grab kids & RUN. Take path w ⬆️buildings & trees (⬆️stuff in the way=⬇️chance of clear shot) Put as much distance between you & shooter as possible 1/

If hiding behind car (not ideal) crouch behind engine block. Carry a tourniquet/stop the bleed kit in your car, and if possible on your person at major events, where crowds make them a potential target. Know how to use it, & hold pressure on a wound. Take stop the bleed class 2/

As a trauma surgeon, I wish it weren't as necessary to know these things as it is to know about wearing seatbelts & helmets, yet in 🇺🇸 this isn't a theoretical risk anymore. These steps may save a life one day, yours or someone else's.

For more information check out @StopTheBleed