Monthly Archives: April 2011

Save Lives through Hands-Only CPR

By SureFire CPR | Published: April 26, 2011
As everyone knows, CPR is an invaluable skill that saves thousands of lives annually. What people do not necessarily know is that this technique is not relegated solely to emergency personnel, doctors, or certain professionals like lifeguards.
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Help Prevent Clogged Arteries

By SureFire CPR | Published: April 19, 2011
It is well understood that clogged arteries (artery plaque) can increase one’s chances of having a stroke or heart attack. Understanding the causes of artery plaque and what you can do to prevent this devastating condition, puts you in the driver’s seat to leading a healthy, long life.
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The American Heart Association Wants YOU!

By SureFire CPR | Published: April 12, 2011
To get up and start walking!! That’s right, April 6 is “National Start! Walking Day.” More and more we are becoming a nation of sedentary adults and our children who are sitting around at younger ages are suffering greatly. This really is distressing news. But, it can be changed and it has to start with you. Get up, get moving, grab your kids and go!!
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Employers Increasingly Mandating CPR Training for Workers

By SureFire CPR | Published: April 12, 2011
More and more, companies are realizing the importance of CPR training for their employees. It just makes sense. Employees spend their entire days in the office amongst co-workers, and the risk for someone undergoing cardiac arrest is unfortunately always prevalent. And when it occurs, every second counts.
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BLS Training

By SureFire CPR | Published: April 7, 2011
BLS (Basic Life Support) training is all about knowing how to administer those very first life savings procedures that could save a life. Helping one feel confident in their ability to perform CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) in an emergency situation and feel competent in the administering those necessary life saving skills is what BLS training hopes [...]
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