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Adult Chain of Survival
The Adult Chain of Survival is a series of steps that help guide rescuers, healthcare providers, and bystanders in giving the best possible care until the person’s heart and breathing are restored. These steps are designed to work together, forming...
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How Technology Is Revolutionizing CPR Training and Education
CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) can mean the difference between life and death, and knowing how to do it correctly is more important than ever. For years, people learned CPR through in-person classes, mannequins, and printed guides. While these m...
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Most Common Heart Medications: Uses, Types, and Side Effects
Heart medications play a big role in helping people manage different heart conditions and live healthier lives. These medicines work in various ways, such as lowering blood pressure, improving blood flow, or keeping your heartbeat steady. Doctors oft...
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The Science of Drowning: What Happens to the Body Underwater?
Drowning can happen quickly and without warning, turning what starts as a fun swim into a life-threatening situation in seconds. It occurs when water blocks the airway, preventing a person from breathing, and can happen even in shallow water, affecti...
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Broken Heart Syndrome: Causes, Symptoms & Recovery
Broken Heart Syndrome (takotsubo cardiomyopathy or stress cardiomyopathy) is a sudden heart condition that often happens after a person experiences extreme stress or intense emotions like grief, fear, or shock. It can feel very much like a heart atta...
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How To Treat A Pregnant Woman in Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA)?
Sudden cardiac arrest, or SCA, happens when the heart suddenly stops beating, and blood stops flowing to the body and brain. During SCA, a person can collapse, lose consciousness, and stop breathing almost immediately. While it is rare in pregnant wo...
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