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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!
Southern California CPR Training and Certification
Whether you are a healthcare provider, fitness instructor, teacher, or simply a layperson looking to add CPR or BLS to your skill set, there are a number of programs in Orange County and in the greater Los Angeles area that offer classes. Check out SureFire CPR!
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Another Day, Another Life Saved
As reported by KELOLAND.com, two teenagers in Sioux Falls, SD saved the lives of two younger boys who nearly drowned in an apartment complex swimming pool. Learn how it happened in our SureFire CPR blog post!
Pediatric First Aid
New parents have so much they need to think about when they take their new little bundle home from the hospital. One thing they should never have to worry about is what to do if their precious infant stopped breathing. Unfortunately for many this becomes a reality. Pediatric First Aid is the topic of this week's SureFire CPR blog post.
The AMA Celebrates National CPR Week By Rollin Out Free, 1-Minute Training Video
The week of June 5th is National CPR Week and to celebrate it, the American Heart Association’s has produced a one-minute video highlighting CPR basics to instruct viewers how to aid an individual during cardiac arrest. Check out the video on our SureFire CPR blog!
Child or Infant CPR Training is a Must for Any Parent
As we’ve previously discussed in this space, there are different varieties of CPR based on the age of the victim. CPR performed on an adult, for example, is not the same as CPR performed on an infant.
As you can imagine, these differences are due to the relatively body weight of the individual who administers the CPR and the one receiving it. Excessive force applied to a small child, naturally, can have an adverse effect.
All of this further underscores the importance of onsite CPR training for parents.
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Extra Weight in Your Midsection Could Increase Your Risk for Heart Disease
Studies show that women who carry extra fat around their midsection are putting themselves at risk for developing cancer and heart disease more than women with smaller waists. If you have a tendency to deposit fat around your middle, there are a few simple steps you can take so that you are never on the receiving end of someone’s CPR training.
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Inside the Fire – A Fireman’s Perspective
Ever wonder what it's like for our CPR instructors inside a house fire? What does it feel like? Sound like? Check out our post to travel inside a fireman's mind in a burning building!
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First Aid for Hair Salons (Part 1)
In this week's blog post, I tell a story about my little sister!
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