An Innocent Child

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“A parent should never have to bury their child”. To lose a child is something that causes the most indescribable pain a human being can feel, both physically and mentally. Some people never recover, while others use it to gain strength. Watching the dedicated medics and firefighters perform CPR on my baby and do everything within their power to try and save him, made me have a new found respect

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DO SOMETHING!

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Written by Carol – In-Pulse CPR Instructor |Updated 2026 A number of years ago, our neighborhood experienced every parent’s worst nightmare. Five-year-old Shannon was coming home from kindergarten on a cold, slippery January afternoon in Pennsylvania. The bus driver was experienced, well-loved, and had driven for 22 years without incident. This was supposed to be […]

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Why do we need CPR training?

Introduction Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States, claiming more than 600,000 lives each year. What makes this even more urgent is where cardiac arrests happen. More than half occur outside of hospitals, often in homes, workplaces, or public spaces. In these moments, survival doesn’t begin with doctors or equipment—it […]

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Protecting the Most Vulnerable: Why Parents and Caregivers Need CPR Training

 CPR Training for Parents, Babysitters, and Childcare Providers Caring for children is not a casual responsibility. Whether you are a parent, babysitter, childcare provider, teacher, coach, or family member, you are entrusted with the safety and well-being of someone who may not be able to protect themselves or clearly communicate when something is wrong. Children […]

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5 Common CPR Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)

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CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) is a lifesaving skill everyone should know—but even with training, it’s easy to make critical mistakes under pressure. Whether you’re a healthcare provider or a Good Samaritan, being aware of these common CPR errors can help you respond more effectively in an emergency. The American Heart Association (AHA) sets the gold standard […]

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CPR Recertification: What You Need to Know

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CPR recertification is necessary if you want to keep your CPR card in force. Therefore, you’ll need to schedule a refresher CPR class. Consider CPR a lifelong skill, as you’ll need to stay current on lifesaving methods. CPR Recertification and Refresher CPR Courses  The American Heart Association (AHA) has set the standard in this respect. […]

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Why Parents Should Learn Infant CPR

We often hear the word CPR used in casual conversation in child care centers or in hospitals. CPR is short for cardiopulmonary resuscitation. This lifesaving measure is performed when a child or adult has stopped breathing or the heart stops beating. This may happen after certain incidents, such as an injury, choking, suffocation, heart attack, […]

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Exploring The Benefits of Taking CPR Classes

The unfortunate truth is that sudden cardiac arrest is considered to be one of the leading causes of death in America. The reason why so many people who have cardia arrest outside of a hospital die is because there are no bystanders who are capable of performing CPR to increase the chances of survival. The […]

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CPR in Schools

Before he graduates from high school, you know that your student will be taught about literature, algebra, and even health. Today’s public school teachers work hard to give students a well-rounded education. However, some schools also give students an added bonus. When students from these schools receive their high school diplomas, they have CPR knowledge […]

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Family of Lost Teen Calls for Further Use of CPR and AEDs

Several factors can lead to an individual’s heartbeat or breathing unexpectedly coming to a halt, from blood infections, to heart attacks, to simple accidents. Even when the cause of a cardiac arrest isn’t known, there is still a way to reduce the chances of the situation being fatal, if only someone nearby administers CPR immediately, […]

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Studies: Bystanders Who Know CPR Save Lives!

Written by Tom Sirmons                                                      A wealth of recent research* reaches the same conclusion: those who suffer cardiac arrest are far more likely to survive long-term if a bystander immediately begins proper CPR. That’s especially true when emergency medical personnel are unable reach the scene within eight minutes. BUT – considering that brain damage […]

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