While CPR training and certification are recommended for all Floridians, they are mandatory for a few select professions and individuals. Naturally, the state requires people working as medical professionals and first responders to be CPR certified, but that same obligation extends to people working with the elderly and children. Florida wants to teach CPR awareness…
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TL;DR: Sudden cardiac arrest can affect anyone, even children, often without warning. Schools should be equipped with AEDs and trained staff to handle such emergencies. An incident in Miami, where a teacher used CPR and an AED to save a nine-year-old, highlights this need. Schools see many medical emergencies, and having AEDs can significantly improve…
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TL;DR: Security guards are often first responders in medical emergencies like cardiac arrests. CPR certification is crucial for them, improving survival rates until medical help arrives. CPR-trained guards benefit various environments like commercial buildings, schools, hospitals, and public events. Certification covers recognizing emergencies, performing CPR, using AEDs, and requires renewal every two years. The future…
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When a swimmer is experiencing difficulties in the water and far from shore, every second counts. A fast reaction from the lifeguard on duty or a competent bystander can mean a lot in those moments. If you’re a lifeguard, CPR training can equip you with the skills to act decisively during drowning emergencies. Recently, this…
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Understanding the Importance of CPR Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a life-saving technique that can make a crucial difference in emergency situations. In Miami, where the warm climate and vibrant lifestyle create opportunities for outdoor activities, knowing how to perform CPR is especially important. CPR can mean the difference between life and death, and educating Miami’s…
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Victims of sudden cardiac arrest have only 4 minutes to avoid permanent brain damage or death. The brain cells cannot remain without oxygen, so intervening on the scene by providing CPR to a victim is imperative. Various research was conducted since the introduction of the basic CPR techniques to find new ways for overall improvement…
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According to statistics, heart disease poses a great health concern in Florida, with deaths occurring in 2 out of 10 people. In Miami-Dade, the most populous county in Florida, the death rate is 278 per 100,000 individuals 35 and older. The overall death rate for Florida is 275 per 100,000 persons 35 and older. As…
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Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death worldwide, including Florida. The latest 2021 statistics show that nearly 20% of fatal outcomes in Florida were caused by heart disease. These numbers indicate that heart disease is a severe affliction among the Florida population, the Miami community included. The data shows coronary heart disease…
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Sudden cardiac arrest cases occur daily; if not aided in time, the results can be fatal. According to the AHA, nearly 900 Americans die of cardiac arrests per day. Additionally, sudden cardiac arrests do not necessarily occur in people with comorbidities, but even sportspeople of all ages leading healthy lives, as well pregnant women. Maternal…
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When performing CPR, it is important to perform the steps correctly and follow the protocol and procedures as outlined in a certified CPR course. But where is the best place to perform CPR as a resident of Miami? CPR should always be performed in a way that is safest for the victim and for the…
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