What is the difference between a heart attack and cardiac arrest?
The media often reports that someone died of a heart attack, but the heart attack doesnt kills us, but rather
The media often reports that someone died of a heart attack, but the heart attack doesnt kills us, but rather
Stay calm, turn the AED on and follow the prompts. An Automated External Defibrillator (AED) is a sophisticated device capable of
Learning to deliver high-quality compressions are critical for the survival of a person in cardiac arrest. Practicing the life-saving skills
Basic Life Support (BLS) classes are required for healthcare professionals, and for students entering into medical, and dental programs. Students
In the United States alone Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) occurs more than 1,000 times a day. A person suddenly becomes unresponsive, stops
Roy Gordon, AHA BLS instructor/ EMT (Updated Feb 21, 2025) If an adult, or teen suddenly collapses and stops breathing

A woman jogger suddenly collapses in front of you in a park, and there is no one else around. After
By Roy Gordon, AHA BLS instructor/ EMT Updated Jan 5th, 2025 Every five years The American Heart Association (AHA) updates their Guidelines
By Roy Gordon, EMT/ AHA BLS Instructor Compressions only CPR is a highly effective way to save an adult, or