Tag Archives: American Heart Association

Benefits of Pediatric Advanced Life Support Training

How are PALS classes beneficial? Take one and find out! If you're not so sure, read our blog for more information.
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Save a Life with ACLS Training in Orange County

Need ACLS Training in Orange County? Come visit us at SureFire CPR. Check out how to save a life with this week's blog post.
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What to Expect from ACLS with Complaints of Chest Pain

Calling 9-1-1 for help when unexpected chest pain occurs is always the first step. But what happens next?
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Despite Advances in Technology, On-Site CPR Training is Still a Must

Recently we looked at how the American Heart Association is now advocating “hands-only” CPR in an effort to reach more individuals who normally would balk at mouth-to-mouth techniques. How has technology advanced? Check out our new blog post!
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Distinguishing the Causes of Cardiac Arrest in Adults, Children, and Infants

One of the most important elements of CPR training is understanding the difference been adult, child, and infant CPR. Specifically, today we’d like to briefly look at the underlying causes that can trigger cardiac arrest in each of these three groups. Check out our blog post!
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The American Heart Association Wants YOU!

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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Is There a Healthy Way to Consume Alcohol?

Drinking alcohol has always been controversial. The American Heart Association answers many questions regarding the risks of drinking alcohol. They also offer recommendations regarding the safe amount of alcohol to consume and any real health benefits to alcohol consumption.
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