Thursday, February 20, 2014

Cardiac Arrest Strikes Close to Home: Heart Fact #20

Have you ever thought about taking a CPR class but decided not to because you didn't have the time? Think again, a few hours of learning a very valuable skill could help you save a loved one's life while an ambulance is on the way. 88% of cardiac arrest occurs at home which means if you are ever needed to perform CPR, the odds are, it will be to save the life of someone you know and love. According to the American Heart Association, "effective bystander CPR provided immediately after sudden cardiac arrest can double or triple a victim’s chance of survival, but only 32 percent of cardiac arrest victims get CPR from a bystander." Your hands have the power to save lives!

Click here to find a CPR class in your area. If it's been three years since your last class, it's time to refresh your memory and be re-certified.

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