What Are the Number of AED Sales in the Past Decade?
When it comes to saving lives, few medical devices are as effective as AEDs, or automated external defibrillators. This explains why AED sales have skyrocketed in the U.S over the past decade. In the year 2010, for example, industry experts reported nearly 100,000 automated external defibrillators AEDs were sold. Moreover, they predicted the market for defibrillators […]
How to Get ACLS Certified
Do you need to get ACLS certified? It’s quicker and easier than you may think. Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) is a set of clinical skills and techniques used in the urgent treatment of cardiac arrest, stroke and other life-threatening medical emergencies. ACLScertification classes teach the science behind these interventions, as well as the knowledge […]
CPR Statistics in 2015 (Compared to 10 Years Ago)
One of the most important CPR statistics in 2015 is that 4 out of 5 cardiac emergencies happen at home. That’s why it’s so important to stay up to date on the latest CPR techniques. The American Heart Association (AHA) updates its CPR guidelines every 5 years. So if you haven’t updated your CPR certification since […]
A Peek into the CPR Equipment You’ll Be Using in Class
Saving someone’s life often requires the use of specialized equipment during the rescue process. If you’ve signed up for a CPR and basic first aid lifesaving class, here are some different types of CPR equipment you can expect to learn to use. Life-Saving Mannequins Mannequins are life-sized dolls with simulated airways to facilitate the teaching of […]
5 Things to Know When Purchasing a Defibrillator
Each year, more then 350,000 people in the U.S. experience sudden cardiac arrest (SCA), making it one of the leading causes of death. In these situations, a purchased defibrillator, or automated external defibrillator (AED), can be used to analyze the heart and, if necessary, deliver an electrical shock to restore it to regular rhythm. AEDs are […]
How to Get Your BLS Certification ASAP
These days, more and more professions are requiring employees to obtain a BLS (basic life support) certification in order to qualify for the job. If you need to obtain your BLS in a hurry, there are two basic ways to do it. 1. Attend a live class. Live classes are offered by private companies […]
ECCU 2015 Conference will Feature Coverage of New Resuscitation Guidelines
December 8-11, 2015, the Emergency Cardiovascular Care Update (ECCU) will hold a conference at the Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego to discuss the new Resuscitation Guidelines for CPR Instructors. The 2015 conference will be held shortly after the release of the new updates to help improve the rate of survival through CPR. With a pre-conference […]
EMS World Expo offers EMS Education for Professionals
Get ready to mark your calendars for the 2016 EMS World Expo, where EMS professionals will learn the training needed for today to deliver real solutions for tomorrow. October 3-7, 2016 in New Orleans, LA, the EMS World Expo will set the standard for EMS education by offering the in-depth training EMS professionals need through […]
What Is ACLS Certification and How Does It Help Medical Professionals?
With heart disease the leading cause of death worldwide, medical interventions for people suffering from cardiac ailments are among the most important ways of preserving life. And although treatments are wide-ranging – hopefully enacted long before and long after a cardiac event – the period immediately following a crisis is the most critical to achieving […]
SureFire CPR Honors Heroes at Lifesaver’s Banquet
It’s time to pay tribute to the heroism and resourcefulness of those who saved lives because they were prepared for it. On May 31st, SureFire CPR honors four people who used their CPR skills to prevent the deaths of three people. The banquet will be a celebration of these men and women, the heroes who […]
Would You Support a CPR Bill?
Under a new bill proposal in Maine by legislators and members of the American Heart Association, high schools would be required to offer CPR instruction to students. Under bill LD 556, high school students would be offered hands-only CPR training to react in the event of a cardiac emergency. With 32 percent of cardiac arrest […]
How CPR Classes in High School are Saving Lives
A cardiac or respiratory emergency can occur anywhere and at any time. Unfortunately, 70 percent of Americans admit they would probably feel helpless during an emergency due to insufficient or inexperience administering CPR. Sadly, less than 8 percent of people who experience a cardiac emergency while outside a hospital won’t survive. Of those who do […]
Most Useful Skills in a Zombie Apocalypse
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Extended Resuscitation: Rescue Efforts Show Promise, Even After 25-Minute Mark
While it’s commonly thought that CPR and other life-saving rescue efforts offer diminishing returns after a few minutes, recent data suggests that persistence can pay off. A recent case in North Carolina showed that there is indeed promise for continuing rescue efforts for victims of cardiac arrest 25 to 30 minutes beyond initial response. […]
When the Rescuer Needs Rescued: Introducing Firefighter-Down CPR
All rescue efforts involving CPR always focus on innocent bystanders, victims of sudden cardiac arrest and other unfortunate victims. And while these efforts are noble in their own pursuits, there is one person who is usually ignored when CPR training is discussed: the first responders. While relatively rare, there are cases where CPR […]