Overview of Heart Electrical System Problems
The heart, that mighty organ responsible for pumping life-sustaining blood throughout our bodies, relies on a precise electrical system to maintain its rhythm and function. When this intricate system encounters disruptions, it can affect the heart’s ability to pump blood effectively. Heart electrical system problems are categorized into several distinct groups, each with its own […]
First responders honored for saving runner during cardiac arrest in lancaster county
Wakefield EMS, police, and firefighters were able to save a man[mfn]abc27.com[/mfn] when he went into cardiac arrest during the Red Rose Run in June 2023. When presented with the Clinical Save Award in September, EMS member Adam Waltemyer emphasized the importance of CPR training, as it’s the initial application of CPR that’s the most important […]
Texas Teen Died Then Came Back to Life After Suffering Cardiac Arrest
16-year-old Sammy Berko from Missouri City, Texas suffered a sudden cardiac arrest after climbing a rock wall[mfn]people.com[/mfn] and ringing the bell. A radiologist on the scene started CPR, which doctors continued for two hours at Texas Medical Center before pronouncing Sammy dead. Soon after, Sammy’s mother Jennifer prayed and, five minutes later, saw her son […]
Teenage soccer player’s sudden cardiac arrest shows importance of on-site athletic trainers
Teenage soccer player Omar Clunis suffered a cardiac arrest[mfn]web.musc.edu[/mfn] after a game in Goose Creek, South Carolina. Athletic trainer Ashley Chrestman was called. She immediately started CPR and used an AED before Berkeley County EMTs arrived on the scene and took over. Omar survived the event thanks to Chrestman’s prompt, life-saving actions. Information Source
Soccer coach saves 15-year-old’s life with CPR after he went into cardiac arrest during practice
Canen Dickman collapsed when he suffered a cardiac arrest[mfn]actionnews5.com[/mfn] on July 7, 2023, at soccer practice at Worthington Kilbourne High School. Jon Sprunger, the head soccer coach, started CPR immediately while another coach fetched an onsite AED. Canen survived the event with full brain function, according to an MRI. The coaches’ fast response had most […]
Is Sugar Bad for Your Heart? How Sugar Affects Heart Health
We’re all familiar with the risks of too much added sugar for your dental health and silhouette, but is sugar bad for your heart too? The natural sugars found in fruit and milk are healthy and don’t pose a problem for your heart. However, “added” sugars affect heart health and the risk increases the more […]
Bronny James’s Cardiac Arrest
On Monday 24 July, LeBron James Jr., the son of Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James, suffered a cardiac arrest[mfn]nytimes.com[/mfn] while training with the University of Southern California’s men’s basketball team. The Los Angeles Fire Department was called and the onsite medical team reportedly administered CPR and provided electrical shocks with a closely located AED […]
4 Benefits of WiFi AEDs and Top Recommended Models
For individuals or businesses looking for a modern and easy-to-use automated external defibrillator, a WiFi AED with cellular connectivity is a great option. Just like any other device that’s connected to the internet, a portable defibrillator with a wireless internet connection stays up-to-date, is always connected to your system, and provides a steady stream of […]
What Is First Aid Training?
First aid training is a course that gives everyday people the knowledge and skills to respond to a medical emergency until more qualified help arrives. Usually, it can take up to 10 minutes or more for emergency medical services to arrive—critical minutes that can make the difference between life and death, and full recovery or […]
Man saved by CPR at Petaluma fun run
76-year-old Julius Schillinger collapsed after completing the 1-mile Dash for Dance 5K and Boogie Woogie Fun Run in Petaluma (he has completed over 1,200 races in his life). He was revived[mfn]petaluma360.com[/mfn] after receiving 23 minutes of chest compressions from a cardiac nurse Vanessa Cummings and two other bystanders and was transferred to Santa Rosa Memorial […]