TL;DR: Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) poses a significant risk to children and teens, often occurring without warning. Equipping schools with Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) and ensuring staff are trained in CPR can drastically improve emergency responses, potentially saving lives. AEDs, which are simple to use, alongside CPR knowledge, can tackle emergencies from choking to severe…
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You come across a person in critical medical distress in an out-of-hospital setting. You have a working knowledge of CPR and are confident you can help. Knowing all this, we ask you this: When should you not perform CPR, and when is it crucial to do so? It’s essential to understand both situations and their…
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In today’s fast-paced world, maintaining good heart health is more critical than ever. Heart disease remains one of the leading causes of death globally, and its prevalence continues to rise. However, the good news is that many heart-related issues are preventable through a combination of lifestyle changes and increased awareness. This article focuses on the…
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Fall is a beautiful season in Los Angeles, but it brings unique challenges, especially when it comes to workplace safety. As the leaves change colors and the temperature drops, it’s essential to be ready for potential emergencies. One way to ensure your office is prepared is by having your employees trained in CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)….
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Luckily for humankind, there have been substantial advancements in both medicine and technology over the past decade. These particular breakthroughs have enhanced CPR techniques to improve the chances of survival for those in critical health conditions. The process of merging medicine and innovative approaches has increased the likelihood of survival rates after suffering an out-of-hospital…
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Statistics show that people in Los Angeles suffer some sort of emergency that results in death at a faster rate nowadays than before. Those emergencies can involve someone we love, a stranger on the street, or a colleague at work. In such emergencies, some involving sudden cardiac arrest, the logical approach is to administer CPR….
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In 2020, 12,207 people in Los Angeles lost their lives to coronary heart disease, including cardiac arrest. With such frightening numbers in mind, learning how to perform CPR is more important than ever. Luckily, getting a CPR certification in Los Angeles is simple. The fact that CPR saves lives should motivate people to learn how…
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A Los Angeles-based study conducted between 2000 and 2001 showed the survival rate for cardiac arrest patients after bystander CPR was only 3.2%. Since then, the government has been making efforts to provide better CPR training to the general public and make AEDs more accessible in efforts to raise survival rates. This valuable knowledge can…
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Everyone in the construction industry knows that construction sites are dynamic environments where accidents are likely to happen, making it vital for workers to be prepared for emergencies. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification is a critical skill that all construction workers should possess. According to the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation, 90% of all cardiac arrests in the…
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The importance of CPR certification for family members with disabilities is obvious, considering the level of susceptibility to injury or cardiac arrest in people with disabilities. Doctors recommend physical activity in those with a disability in order to decrease the possibility of developing a heart disorder. Aerobic exercises can improve the quality of life, yet…
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