80 New AEDs to Be Distributed in SLO County with a Goal of Saving Lives

SLO County health care district trains people to use AEDs

What is CPR? Know the right way to perform this technique in case of heart attack

In recent years, heart attacks have been on the rise. Timely medical intervention is crucial in saving lives. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a lifesaving technique that can make a significant difference. However, awareness about CPR remains limited in India, unlike in many foreign countries where it's taught in schools. By performing CPR, individuals can help sustain a patient's breathing and circulation until medical help arrives. This …

Fire department draws attention to lifesaving responses

In conjunction with National CPR and AED Awareness Week, Meadville Central Fire Department Chief Evan Kardosh on Monday encouraged city residents to raise their awareness of both cardiopulmonary resuscitation and automated external defibrillators.

80 new AEDs to be distributed in SLO County with a goal of saving lives

Over 35,000 people experience sudden cardiac arrest every year in the United States, and less than half get the immediate help that they need.Every minute that goes by where no CPR is being performed on an individual experiencing sudden cardiac arrest greatly increases their chances of not surviving, says Greg Larsen, French Hospital Medical Center Assistant Emergency Room Nurse Manager and former paramedic.With the start of June being National …

National CPR + AED Awareness Week: Train for the Moments that Matter

National CPR & AED Awareness Week takes place June 1 – 7. During this week, and throughout the year, the American Red Cross encourages the public to enroll in CPR and AED training to help save a life when someone goes into cardiac arrest and minutes matter. Read the full story: National CPR + AED Awareness Week: Train for the Moments that Matter

National CPR + AED Awareness Week: Train for moments that matter - Shawnee News-Star

American Red Cross National CPR & AED Awareness Week takes place June 1-7. During this week, and throughout the year, the American Red Cross encourages… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close