by Tom SirmonsWritten by Tom Sirmons When someone suffers sudden cardiac arrest, the person standing nearby may be their best chance of survival. Cardiac arrest happens when the heart suddenly stops pumping blood effectively. Within seconds, the person usually becomes unresponsive and stops breathing normally. Without blood flow, the brain and other vital organs quickly begin to […]
by Robin JohnsonFamily of Teen Athlete Calls for Greater CPR Training and AED Access Sudden cardiac arrest is something most people associate with older adults. It can be especially difficult to recognize when the person who collapses is a healthy, active teenager. That was the tragedy faced by the family of Morgan Wilson, a 17-year-old student-athlete from […]
by Donna RyanSomeone collapses. It does not look dramatic at first. Sometimes it is. Sometimes it is weirdly quiet—a chair tips. A body slides down a wall. People freeze because the brain wants a reason that is less scary than what it might be. And if what just happened is sudden cardiac arrest, SCA, then time does […]
by Troy BowmanHere is something worth knowing. Sudden cardiac arrest is still one of the leading causes of death in the United States. More than 350,000 cardiac arrests happen outside of hospitals each year. That is close to 1,000 people every day. The survival rate is still far too low. About 9 out of 10 people who […]
by Melanie Pinette“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
by Carol TheisWritten 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 […]
by Siam BIntroduction 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 […]
by Donna RyanBe Proactive – Sign Up for Heartsaver CPR You can’t just press “911” and hope for the best. In a cardiac emergency, every second matters, and survival often depends on what happens before paramedics arrive. Each day, nearly 1,000 people in the United States suffer cardiac arrest outside of a hospital. Most of these […]
by Troy BowmanAfter 10 minutes brain damage is almost certain and non reversible. In other words, your love ones need your help to survive. YOU CAN’T RELY ON OUTSIDE HELP BECAUSE OUTSIDE HELP MOST LIKELY WON’T ARRIVE FAST ENOUGH!
by Benjamin RousseyCPR 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 […]
by Troy BowmanCPR (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 […]
by Donna RyanCPR 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. […]
by Donna RyanWe 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, […]
by Alyssa ReinboltThe 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 […]
by Laura CriderBy Laura Crider Some people think that performing CPR is a job for for paramedics or medical professionals. Others believe CPR is only for those with years of training and extensive experience in medicine. At In-Pulse CPR, we believe that CPR training is for everyone. We don’t take this stance because we want to increase […]