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Sonoma County teens save life with AED machine
July 23, 2022When their friend went into cardiac arrest on the basketball court, Toby Ford-Monroe, Mason Matulaitis and Nate Jordan’s actions saved their friend’s life. Read the full story here.
– Yahoo! NewsFormer NFL Player Dies at 35 After Suffering Cardiac Arrest ‘While on a Run’: Family
A former Notre Dame Fighting Irish football star who also played in the NFL with the Denver Broncos as an undrafted free agent died last week, according to his family. He was 35. Read the full story here.
– NTDTeen waitress performs CPR on customer during medical emergency
July 20, 2022MACOMB TOWNSHIP, Mich. (FOX 2) – Normally, servers like Sophia Vitale dish out coney dogs but on Thursday, July 7th, she may have saved a life. Vitale works at the National Coney Island on Hall Road in Macomb Township and when she saw a customer in distress – she jumped into action. Read the full story here.
– Fox 2 DetroitNew officer dies during training 1 month after joining department, Arkansas cops say
A patrolman with the Jonesboro Police Department in Arkansas died during training exercises on Sunday, July 17 — just a month after he joined the force. Vincent Parks had completed his in-house instructional training and was doing course work at the Central Arkansas Law Enforcement Training Academy in North Little Rock when he died, the [Read More...]
– The Kansas City Star10-year-old boy collapses during gym class, pronounced dead at hospital
April 12, 2022STATEN ISLAND, New York City (WABC) — A 10-year-old student suffered a fatal episode during gym class on Wednesday. Police say when they responded to P.S. 78 in Staten Island they found the boy unconscious and unresponsive with no obvious signs of trauma. Read the full story here.
– ABC 7 NYAthletic trainer saves life of Boling High School student after collapsing
BOLING, Texas – A Boling High School student and his parents spoke with FOX 26 after a scary incident during an athletic period at school. 15-year-old Kade Smith had to receive five rounds of CPR to bring him back and breathing once more after collapsing. Read the full story here.
– Fox 7 AustinGates County teachers save 10th-grader in cardiac arrest
April 1, 2022GATES COUNTY, N.C. (WAVY) – A group of teachers and a school resource officer are being called heroes after saving the life of a 10th-grader who went into cardiac arrest. February 24 is a day the teachers at Gates County High School will never forget. Read the full story here.
– WavyCardiac arrest at 35,000 feet: Doctor uses CPR to restart woman’s heart mid-flight
Strangers saved a 28-year-old woman’s life when her heart suddenly stopped beating in the middle of a cross-country flight this month. Now she and the doctor who jumped to her aid are urging everyone to learn CPR to be ready to help when a cardiac arrest strikes — an emergency that can impact more younger [Read More...]
– TodayBremen community mourns loss of 16-year-old high school cheerleader
March 4, 2022BREMEN, Ga. — The Bremen community is mourning the loss of a 16-year-old cheerleader. Ralyx Grace Price died Sunday after she was found unresponsive over the weekend. She was a cheerleader at Bremen High School. Read the full story here.
– WSBTVChristian Eriksen: How tiny device led to his ‘miracle’ football return
“I was gone from this world for five minutes,” Eriksen told the BBC in an interview this month. Denmark were playing Finland in their opening game of the Euros last summer when one of the world’s best midfielders suddenly collapsed. Read the full story here.
– BBCBrown County 9-1-1 operator praised by state board
February 16, 2022NASHVILLE, Ind. – Congratulations are in order for a Telecommunicator, identified only as “Dana,” from the Brown County 911 Dispatch Center. She was recognized on Thursday by the Indiana Statewide 9-1-1 Board. Read the full story here.
– Local News DigitalAEDs are a crucial life-saving tool. Why doesn’t every US school have one?
WASHINGTON (TND) — A simple device that could save lives is missing from many of the places that need it the most: schools. When a sudden cardiac arrest happens, automatic external defibrillators, or AEDs, can prevent tragedy, especially at schools, where young athletes are at risk. But a Spotlight on America investigation revealed a patchwork [Read More...]
– The National DeskNewton Teen Fighting For His Life After Collapsing During Basketball Game
February 14, 2022BOSTON (CBS) – “It was not in our wildest imagination that something like this would happen,” said Darryl Settles, standing outside Tufts Medical Center, where his 15-year-old son Preston is fighting for his life. He and his wife, Lisa Owens had gone to see him play in a basketball game Saturday. He went to the [Read More...]
– Boston CBS LocalOKC family stunned after 11-year-old’s sudden death
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – An Oklahoma City family is overwhelmed with heartbreak and confusion after their 11-year-old nephew, Tyler “Red” Bogle, died unexpectedly earlier this week. Read the full story here.
– Oklahoma News 4Bremen High School basketball player, 17, collapses, dies: ‘A great role-model in every sense’
February 10, 2022MIDLOTHIAN, Ill. (WLS) — Cameran Wheatley was a senior at Bremen High School. The 17-year old was on the basketball team, which traveled to Chicago High School for Agricultural Sciences Tuesday for a game. It was there when tragedy struck. Read the full story here.
– ABC 7‘Luck and professionalism’ kept a Maryland fan alive after a cardiac arrest at Iowa
Nearly five decades ago, as Stan Goldstein’s interest in Maryland basketball had begun to swell, he watched an ACC championship game from his apartment in College Park. The Terrapins lost an overtime thriller, and North Carolina State, the conference tournament champion, went on to win the 1974 national title. Goldstein didn’t like that he had [Read More...]
– Washington PostPersonnel, Emergency Action Plan save official’s life at Bear Creek basketball game
January 31, 2022Licensed athletic trainers like Ashley Cowan prepare for the worst, but one can only be so ready for when a worst-case scenario actually arrives. That moment came for Cowan on Jan. 4 at Bear Creek, where she works as the school’s athletic trainer. Near the end of the first quarter during a girls basketball game between [Read More...]
– CHSAA.comFitness instructor awarded for life-saving measures wants more people to get CPR certified
MARION, Iowa (KCRG) – “All I remember was working out and then getting dizzy; the next thing I remember was talking to paramedics in the hospital,” said Mike Martin of Cedar Rapids. On Wednesday, Martin walked back into the Marion Anytime Fitness not to break a sweat but to show his appreciation. Read the full [Read More...]
– KCRG.comINDIANA STATE TROOPER SAVES MAN’S LIFE WITH AED
January 24, 2022ELKHART COUNTY, Ind. — An ordinary traffic crash took a sudden turn for an Indiana State Trooper, when the man he was speaking to fell to the ground, unconscious. The crash happened Sunday night, just after 7:15 p.m., at the intersection of SR 19 and CR 26. The driver of an SUV veered into the back [Read More...]
– WIBCGreat example of why it is crucial police officers are equipped with an AED in their car!
A Bengals fan saved the life of a man who was rooting for the other team. Over the weekend, Noah Harsh and his grandpa Ed Fernandes attended the Las Vegas Raiders game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Ohio’s Paul Brown Stadium, a moment the duo had been waiting for after Harsh gifted Fernandes tickets to [Read More...]
– PeopleMiddle school soccer team learns CPR after teammate survives cardiac arrest during practice
January 18, 2022KENT COUNTY, MI – When 14-year-old Jeffrey Soules suffered went into cardiac arrest while warming up during a soccer practice, it left his fellow teammates really shaken up, said Adam Petty, coach of the Cedar Springs Area Select Soccer Association ‘07 boys’ team. Read the full story here.
– Michigan LiveLocal woman teaches the importance of knowing CPR
Recent research shows that 75 to 80 percent of cardiac arrests happen outside of the hospital and of those, less than 46 percent will get bystander CPR. Read the full story here.
– 10 Tampa BayHer Heart Stopped on the Field; It Led to a Life-Saving Discovery
January 10, 2022Sarah Taffet begrudgingly grabbed the red bag and began walking toward the field. Fordham assistant athletic trainer Bridget Ward had arrived at Branch Brook Park in Newark, N.J., ahead of the team bus and needed help carrying her equipment to the dugout. Read the full story here.
– D1Softball.comDefibrillator drone delivery helps save a life in Sweden
January 6, 2022For the first time in medical history, a drone has played a crucial part in saving a life during a sudden cardiac arrest. The world-unique achievement took place in Trollhättan, Sweden in December of 2021, when an Everdrone autonomous drone delivered a defibrillator that helped save the life of a 71-year-old man. Read the full story here.
– SUAS NewsArchdale woman saves her own father through CPR
At around 4 a.m. on December 9, 2021, 21-year-old Sydney Kearns woke up to the sound of her mother screaming and crying for help. When Sydney ran to see what was wrong, her father, Steve Kearns’ eyes were rolled in the back of his head and he was making strange noises. Read the full story [Read More...]
– Spectrum Local NewsMustang firefighters honored for saving teen’s life after cardiac arrest
January 3, 2022MUSTANG, Okla. (KFOR) – Firefighters are often known for their big coats, heavy water hoses, and bravery for saving people from burning buildings. However, they also perform a different kind of life saving work. Read the full story here.
– Oklahoma News 4Heartbroken Brimfield family reflects after high school teen’s unexpected death
BRIMFIELD (25 NEWS) – A 17-year-old with dreams of playing sports professionally died after a tragic medical emergency at home. Brimfield teenager, Jacob Look, was found unresponsive in a hot tub on Monday. “He never went to bed without coming and giving me a kiss and telling me, ‘I love you mama llama,’” said Anne [Read More...]
– Week.comSergio Aguero announces retirement from football following heart problem
December 16, 2021(CNN)Barcelona striker Sergio “Kun” Aguero announced on Wednesday that he would be retiring from football at the age of 33, after being recently diagnosed with a cardiac arrhythmia.”This press conference is to communicate that I’ve decided to stop playing soccer. It’s a very hard moment but I’m at peace with the decision I made,” a visibly emotional Aguero [Read More...]
– CNNNorwalk First Responders Save Man After Sudden Cardiac Arrest
December 3, 2021NORWALK, CT — A Nuvance Health patient recently thanked Norwalk’s emergency responders for their life-saving actions after a friendly tennis game nearly turned fatal this fall, according to health officials. Read the full story here.
– PatchDumont Boy, 14, Collapses, Dies Playing Basketball
Aaron Vasquez, who hoped to someday become a major league baseball player or coach, had finished practicing with his recreational league team on Saturday when he decided to stick around Grant Elementary School to play ball with his younger brother, other parents said. Read the full story here.
– Daily Voice15-year-old collapses, dies during Long Island high school basketball tryouts
November 22, 2021COPIAGUE, Long Island — A Long Island community is in mourning Thursday after a 15-year-old boy trying out for his high school basketball team collapsed and passed away. Read the full story here.
– ABC7 New YorkRapid CPR saves life of Penn physician who studies heart disease
A day after his heart stopped beating, causing him to black out and fall sideways into the arms of a dinner companion, Kevin Volpp was alive and alert, peppering his doctors with questions. Read the full story here.
– The Philadelphia InquirerUtah Jazz rookie Jared Butler is now ready to talk about his heart condition
November 16, 2021Jared Butler didn’t want to be defined by what he wasn’t, but by what he was. He didn’t want to be at a competitive disadvantage in the cutthroat process of the NBA Draft, where one so-called red flag can send you tumbling. Indeed, that’s exactly what happened to Butler, as the NCAA tournament’s Most Outstanding [Read More...]
– The Salt Lake Tribune‘Life-saving’ ECG screening detected Florida student athlete’s heart condition
November 15, 2021ORMOND BEACH, Fla. (WESH) — Sudden cardiac arrest is one of the leading causes of death among high school athletes. Back in May, Volusia County Schools partnered with AdventHealth to offer heart screenings in addition to state-required physicals. Read the full story here.
– News Channel 8N.S. man credits quick thinking Canadian Tire staff, AED for saving his life
November 10, 2021A Nova Scotia man is helping to raise awareness about the importance of bystander CPR and the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED) after both helped to save his life this summer. Quick-thinking employees at the Bayers Lake Canadian Tire store in the Halifax region sprang into action when Tim Biggin collapsed from a [Read More...]
– Global NewsTribute held for Oceanside student who died suddenly from heart condition
November 9, 2021OCEANSIDE, Calif. — A memorial and fundraiser was held Saturday for a 13-year-old San Diego County student who died suddenly after collapsing and fainting in physical education class. Read the full story here.
– Fox 5 San DiegoPark City football player Jed Hoffman, who collapsed during practice last week, dies
November 3, 2021BILLINGS — A Park City student and football player who collapsed on the field during practice last week has died, Superintendent Dan Grabowska told The Billings Gazette and 406mtsports.com. Read the full story here.
– Billings Gazette‘You just saved this girl’s life’: EMT revives hockey player who stopped breathing on the ice
BLAINE, Minnesota (WCCO) — A college student is being credited with saving the life of a high school hockey player after she collapsed on the ice. Read the full story here.
– Local News 8New York to address sudden cardiac arrest in student athletes
October 28, 2021New York state will be required to establish rules for monitoring students who are exhibiting signs of sudden cardiac arrest as well as treatment for the problem, based on a law signed Monday by Gov. Kathy Hochul. The measure was pushed for by the mother of Dominic Murray, who died of sudden cardiac arrest while [Read More...]
– Spectrum Local NewsA rugby player survived a mid-game heart attack with quick thinking from bystanders
A rugby game in New Jersey last weekend went from friendly competition to a near-death medical emergency in minutes. Montclair Rugby Football Club player Tevita Bryce was setting up a play when he collapsed to his knees and had a heart attack on the field. The opposing team, Morris Men’s Rugby, had a medical trainer [Read More...]
– NPR13-year-old baseball player’s passing raises awareness for sudden cardiac arrest
October 25, 2021NORTH WALES, Pennsylvania (WPVI) — “We, of course, think Jayden special, but to see that he’s special to everybody else is really overwhelming” said Ashley Rodriguez. Ashley and her husband, Joshua, are mourning the loss of their only child, Jayden. The 13-year-old passed away suddenly on January 17, 2021. Read the full story here.
– ABC 6Runner shares message for strangers who helped after she collapsed along Boston Marathon
October 20, 2021HOPKINTON, Mass. — Meghan Roth had run the Boston Marathon before, knew the course well and said she was feeling great at the start of last week’s race. “Going into the race, felt in the best shape of my life,” Roth said. Read the full story here.
– WCVB News 5Klein Cain High School staff members credited with saving student’s life
HOUSTON – Student Nolan Carr said he can only remember one detail about October 1. “I was running and I passed out,” he said. Read the full story here.
– Click 2 HoustonPekin Police officers honored after saving life of teen at Marigold Festival Parade
October 8, 2021PEKIN (WEEK) — Two Pekin Police officers were honored Thursday for saving a teenager’s life at last month’s Marigold Festival Parade. Patrol officers Cory Mitchell and Adam Smith were there when Grace Cooney, 17, collapsed during the festival’s parade. Read the full story here.
– 25Week.com3 doctors jump into action at Cleveland gym to save new dad’s life after cardiac arrest
October 6, 2021CLEVELAND — Elias Abou Nassif was recently working out at the gym when he collapsed. The 44-year-old was riding a bike when his vision went blurry and he went into cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– News 5 Cleveland2 Pekin Police officers, 3 bystanders to be recognized after saving 17-year-old girl’s life
October 5, 2021PEKIN (WEEK) — A 17-year-old girl is alive and well after suffering cardiac arrest, thanks to the actions of two Pekin Police officers and a bystander, among others. The girl collapsed while watching the Marigold Festival parade and it was quickly determined that she was in cardiac arrest, according to a release from Advanced Medical [Read More...]
– 25Week.comFamily, Citrus High community struggles with sudden loss of standout student-athlete
October 4, 2021INVERNESS, Fla. – Two days after a Citrus High School student-athlete collapsed on the football field and later passed away, his parents told FOX 13 News how much their son meant to so many people. Read the full story here.
– Fox 7 AustinSudden cardiac arrest: 5 things women need to know
Aside from COVID-19, sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is the leading cause of natural death in the United States. Each year, more than 350,000 people suffer cardiac arrest outside of the hospital setting. Nearly 90% of the cases are fatal. Read the full story here.
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationFormer Wiggle Greg Page recalls health scare which sparked heart disease advocacy
September 13, 2021Former yellow Wiggle Greg Page says his major health scare whilst performing became a “driving factor” behind his involvement in promoting the “chain of survival” for victims of cardiovascular disease. Read the full story here.
– SkyNews.comParks and Recreation Staff Save Community Member’s Life With CPR
September 10, 2021Coming from Firefighter 2nd Class Jonathan Zoetewey, those words show just how amazing the actions were by three City of Boulder Parks and Recreation (BPR) staff on July 20 when they saved the life of a community member who experienced a cardiac arrest on the trail outside North Boulder Recreation Center (NBRC). Read the full [Read More...]
– City of BoulderWaseca football coach returns home after going into cardiac arrest during game
WASECA, Minn. (FOX 9) – A Waseca football coach, whose life was saved last weekend after going into cardiac arrest during a game thanks in part to help from bystanders, is now back home after a hospital stay. Read the full story here.
– Fox 9Conneaut Lake police officers recognized for outstanding conduct
September 8, 2021CONNEAUT LAKE — Conneaut Lake Regional Police Department officers recently received commendations from Conneaut Lake Borough Mayor and Police Commission Chairman John O’Grady for outstanding conduct as police officers for incidents they responded to in August. Read the full story here.
– The Meadville TribuneAs a teen, she saw her mom die from the same heart problem she inherited
September 5, 2021At 13, Alison Conklin passed out while playing in a basketball tournament. When she collapsed again during a competitive game of floor hockey, her mother took her to see a cardiologist. Read the full story here.
– CT PostA New York Woman Who Saved Her Husband’s Life Encourages Others to Learn CPR
September 2, 2021Lisa Wiles was preparing dinner in the kitchen in April 2020 and heard her husband Dan yelling abusive words from another room. She thought it was a reaction to the news. Still, she went to check him out. Read the full story here.
– Florida News TimesCommunity remembers teen killed by heart infection
ST. ALBANS, W.Va. (WSAZ) – The St. Albans community gathered Thursday to remember a young girl who died Wednesday night after an 18-day battle in the hospital with a heart infection. “We did all start cheer together at Famous Superstars, me and her were like bestfriends,” said Gracelyn Anderson. “She was the sweetest girl you’d [Read More...]
– WSAZ News Channel 3School resource officer, nurse save student who collapsed at Tampa high school
August 30, 2021TAMPA, FLA. (WSVN) – A campus collapse got caught on camera when a teen suffered a medical episode, as a school nurse and resource officer worked to keep the teen alive. Read the full story here.
– WSVNA Familiar Drug Can Keep Early-Stage HCM at Bay
August 29, 2021People genetically predisposed to hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) could slow down their disease progression by taking an inexpensive, widely available medication, the VANISH trial suggested. Read the full story here.
– MedPage TodayCoroner: Princeton soccer player who collapsed on field died of sudden cardiac arrest
CINCINNATI —A 16-year-old boy who collapsed during soccer conditioning at Princeton High School died of sudden cardiac arrest, according to a Butler County Coroner’s report. Ethan Trejo died on June 24 following a medical episode at the high school’s sporting facilities. Read the full story here.
– WLWT.comHeart Screening
August 27, 2021All children should be screened for the risk of cardiac arrest regardless of their athletic status, according to the updated American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) policy statement. Read the full story here.
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationSince her cardiac arrest at 37, she urges everyone to know CPR
August 24, 2021At 37, Mary Gordon was fit, energetic and healthy. She regularly pushed herself through workouts on a high-tech stationary bike and ran 5Ks. So she was at a loss to explain the fatigue she began experiencing. Read the full story here.
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationHow to save a life: Cyclist rescued a stranger on Carmel Valley bike path
August 23, 2021“I was dead on the 56 bike path.” Carmel Valley’s Ron Lazarus’ story might have ended that day on October 11, 2020 when he suffered a massive cardiac arrest while riding his bike. Instead he was gifted a new beginning. Read the full story here.
– Del Mar TimesFairfield Prep basketball coach’s new book details his journey living with heart disease
August 19, 2021A high school basketball coach can now add author to his resume.Fairfield Prep basketball coach Mike Papale has written “A Big Heart,” a memoir about having heart disease.Fifteen years ago, the Wallingford native went into sudden cardiac arrest and needed immediate CPR and quick shock from an AED. Read the full story here.
– News 12 The BronxHigh school soccer coach’s daughter dies at practice with her club, Texas school says
The daughter of a high school soccer coach died during a practice with her club team on Tuesday. Moira Claire Arney, 15, was about to start her sophomore year at McAllen High School, located about 150 miles south of Corpus Christi near the U.S.-Mexico border, school principal Albert Canales said in a statement. School starts [Read More...]
– Star-Telegram‘Another Chance At Life:’ Madison Officer, Passerby Nurse Save Man, 53, Unconscious On Sidewalk
August 18, 2021Madison Police Patrolman Patrick Strafaci responded “within seconds” to the area of Main Street near Station Road after a caller stated that a man was lying unresponsive on the sidewalk around 12:10 p.m., authorities said. Strafaci evaluated the 53-year-old patient, a Madison resident, and determined that he was not breathing, did not have a pulse, [Read More...]
– Daily VoiceWCLE Interview: Principal Tells How Staff Saved Ocoee Middle School Student’s Life
August 17, 2021On Friday, Aug. 6, a student experienced a cardiac attack and collapsed in the hallways during dismissal time. The school staff performed “like clock work” providing AED shocks, aided to the student for 10 minutes until EMS arrived. Read the full story here.
– ChattanooganA cardiac arrest survivor
August 13, 2021Anezi Uzendu doesn’t remember much of what happened that day in 2016. Perhaps that’s a good thing According to an article published in UAB (University of Alabama at Birmingham) Medicine Magazine, Uzendu, a third-year medical resident at the university at the time, suffered a cardiac arrest while playing basketball in a local gym. Fortunately, cardiopulmonary [Read More...]
– Bay State BannerWallingford native Mike Papale tells his story in his forthcoming book
August 11, 2021WALLINGFORD — Many in our area of the state are familiar with the remarkable story of Mike Papale. He was a 17-year-old basketball star on Aug. 24, 2006, when he went into cardiac arrest at the Wallingford YMCA. Papale, now 32, divulges the details of that harrowing day when he was brought back to life, [Read More...]
– Record JournalSaving the life of someone in cardiac arrest could be as simple as learning 2 steps
(WKBN) – This past week was CPR Week, when the American Heart Association focuses on how important the technique is to learn. There are roughly 350,000 cardiac arrests every year in the U.S. About 70% of cardiac arrests happen outside of a hospital and very likely at home with someone you love. Read the full [Read More...]
– ABC 3 WYTVOff-duty EMT helps save victim suffering cardiac arrest after crash in Kingwood
August 10, 2021ATASCOCITA, Texas (KTRK) — An off-duty EMT was at the right place at the right time on his drive home on Wednesday when he came upon a car crash along Hwy 59 in the Kingwood area. Read the full story here.
– ABC 13Haverhill teen revived by bystanders after collapsing on basketball court
August 4, 2021HAVERHILL, Mass. — A Haverhill teen who collapsed on the basketball court is thanking the Good Samaritans who saved his life. Julio Delgado, 17, was playing in a basketball tournament at Mass Premier Courts in Foxborough Saturday when he fell to the floor. He had a seizure, and then his heart stopped. Read the full [Read More...]
– Boston 25 NewsQuick thinking martial arts students save classmate’s life
August 1, 2021CHERRY HILL — Class had just ended Tuesday at the Israeli Krav Maga when a student experienced a medical emergency. The class, leaning on the philosophies of the self-defense principle they had just studied, swiftly moved into action. Read the full story here.
– Burlington County TimesNorfolk police officer involved in lifesaving effort of child in Norwood
July 29, 2021NORFOLK — A Norfolk police officer who’s also an emergency medical technician with the Potsdam Volunteer Rescue Squad and deputy director of St. Lawrence County Emergency Services was recognized for his recent lifesaving efforts in Norwood. Read the full story here.
– NNY 360Little Rock Central High School mourns sudden death of senior football player
LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — Little Rock Central High School football team announced the death of teammate senior, Devon DuHart on Saturday, July 24. He had been a running back for the Tigers. Read the full story here.
– THV 11Local wrestling coach thanks athletic trainers for saving his life
July 24, 2021Easton High School assistant wrestling coach Steven Powell has always been active. I mean really active. Even at 67 he’s known for jamming out 30 miles on his bike. But on March 10 he was in the wrestling room doing jump rope drills with the wrestlers. Read the full story here.
– WFMZ.comBaseball community in shock, mourning after player collapses at Ross Wells and later dies
The Saskatchewan baseball community is in shock and mourning after Tyie Fischer of the Lumsden Cubs 18-and-under AA team collapsed and later died prior to a game at Ross Wells Park on Thursday night. Read the full story here.
– Moosejaw TodayOp-Ed: Doctors are urged to screen kids for heart issues. That could have helped my sister and me
July 21, 2021When my younger sister was 18, she began fainting in her dorm room at the University of Colorado Boulder. By the time I passed out in a parking lot a year and a half later — at age 24 — we knew that a genetic heart arrhythmia called Long QT Syndrome (Type 2) was the [Read More...]
– Los Angeles TimesWoman survives heart attack at Honolulu airport after good Samaritans jump into action
July 19, 2021HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – A visitor from North Carolina is happy to be alive after she suffered a heart attack at the Honolulu airport. Shirleen McDermott was about to board her flight out of the state on July 5 when she had a heart attack. Read the full story here.
– Hawaii News NowCommunity members awarded for saving man’s life at Boulder’s Scott Carpenter Pool
July 14, 2021Several community members who saved a man’s life at Scott Carpenter Pool in June were given a Life Saving award by Boulder Fire-Rescue on Monday. Three of the citizens involved, Trew Mundy, Mick Konstantopoulos, and Nicole Carnelli attended the ceremony and received their awards from Boulder Fire-Rescue Chief Michael Calderazzo. The man whose life was [Read More...]
– Daily CameraDeputy and trooper revive Carthage patient with shock and roughly 15 minutes of CPR
July 12, 2021CARTHAGE — Deputy Jay Morrow and Trooper Alexis Egeberg were in initial stages of giving CPR when the defibrillator actually advised them to shock the heart, marking a somewhat rare occurrence that was just the beginning of their recent life-saving effort. Read the full story here.
– NNY 3602 Police Officers Honored For Helping Save Soccer Player’s Life
July 9, 2021HARRISON, NY — Two Harrison police officers are being honored for their roles in saving the life of a soccer player who collapsed on the athletic field at Harrison High School. Read the full story here.
– PatchDonated AED machine used to save man from drowning 10 years ago, saves another man this summer
ATLANTA, Ga. (CBS46) — Cobb County Fire & Emergency Services shared “a pretty cool story” via Facebook Thursday. On May 11, Gary Phillips was swimming at the Northwest Family YMCA when he had a heart attack in the pool, lost consciousness, and sank under the water. Read the full story here.
– CBS 46Pinecrest staff recognized for saving student’s life
July 8, 2021The North Carolina High School Athletic Association (NCHSAA) recently announced that three staff members of Pinecrest High School are the recipients of its LifeSaver Citation and LifeSaver Certificate. Read the full story here.
– Sand Hills SentinelCommunity group looks to improve sudden cardiac arrest response
July 7, 2021That’s all she remembers from that morning in August 2014. But after telling the story many times at various heart-related events in Michigan, Karen Grams can see it frame by frame, as if someone recorded the entire thing. Read the full story here.
– Michigan HealthSmart watches could detect risk of sudden cardiac death – and save lives
Smart watches could soon be saving lives by warning their wearers they are at risk of sudden cardiac death. Researchers at UCL and Queen Mary, University of London have developed an algorithm to detect changes in heart rhythm through wearable devices. Read the full story here.
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationCan you use a defibrillator on someone with a pacemaker?
July 6, 2021Yes, this is safe. Most pacemakers and ICDs (implantable cardioverter defibrillators) are implanted in the upper left side of the chest. During CPR, chest compressions are done in the centre of the chest and should not affect a pacemaker or ICD that has been in place for a while. If your pacemaker has been inserted [Read More...]
– British Heart FoundationOff-Duty Firefighters Save Man In Cardiac Arrest While Driving Float In Quincy Fourth Of July Parade
QUINCY (CBS) — Quick thinking at the Fourth of July parade in Quincy helped save a man who was going into cardiac arrest while he was driving a parade float. Members of the Greater Boston Firefighters Pipes and Drums, a group of off-duty firefighters who were marching in the parade noticed the driver slumped over [Read More...]
– CBS BostonAll kids should be screened for heart-related issues, pediatric group says
June 30, 2021(CNN) – An estimated 7,000 children suffer an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest every year, according to the American Heart Association. Up until now, screenings for cardiac conditions in children have mostly been directed at athletes. Read the full story here.
– NBC 29Three people honored for saving lives
Three people were recognized for saving lives in a ceremony at the Pennington County Sheriff’s Office Tuesday. The office awarded three meritorious service medals, which are bestowed on those who take actions that result in the saving of a life without putting themselves in danger. Read the full story here.
– Rapid City JournalCommunity rallies after SCV teen dies unexpectedly
June 29, 2021Family and friends mourn the death of 17-year-old Landon Lucas after his sudden death on June 21st. Described by many as a “pure soul,” Randon started his fourth year at Canyon High School in the fall and was planning to return to his swimming team when he was in his tenth year, says his mother [Read More...]
– California News TimesTeen soccer player dies after medical incident at Princeton High School
June 28, 2021SHARONVILLE, Ohio (WXIX) – The 16-year-old who was taken to a hospital Thursday following an apparent medical incident at Princeton High School has been identified. Ethan Trejo was identified as the teen who collapsed during soccer conditioning on Thursday, according to the Butler County Coroner. Read the full story here.
– Fox 19 NowCoworkers Save Chicago Dispatch Supervisor’s Life After He Suffers Heart Attack
June 24, 2021Hundreds of calls come in every single day to the 911 call center at the Office of Emergency Management and Communications, but recently dispatchers got an emergency call for one of their own. Read the full story here.
– NBC 5 ChicagoDad uses CPR skills learned from ‘The Office’ to save his 4-year-old daughter
During a game of tag, 4-year-old Vera Posy collapsed. Dad Matt Uber found her and immediately started chest compressions and breaths until help arrived. He had no formal training — he remembered how to perform CPR from an episode of “The Office.” His quick actions helped save Vera’s life. Read the full story here.
– TodayNew Florida law requires school districts to teach students CPR
June 23, 2021WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed the First Aid Training in Public Schools bill into law, which aims to help teenagers save lives. Read the full story here.
– WPTVKailua bystanders help rescue unresponsive man, 56, kayaking near Kalama Beach Park
June 22, 2021First responders from Honolulu Ocean Safety and the Honolulu Fire Department worked to assist a 56-year-old kayaker who became unresponsive in waters off Kalama Beach Park in Kailua this afternoon, the Honolulu Emergency Services Department said. Read the full story here.
– Star AdvertiserAll kids should be screened for possibility of sudden cardiac arrest, group says
All children — not just those who play sports — should be screened for potential heart problems that could lead to a sudden cardiac arrest or death, the American Academy of Pediatrics said Monday. Read the full story here.
– Click 2 HoustonA trio of nurses jump in to help Shrine Bowl referee
June 21, 2021FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) – Saturday was a beautiful day for football and hundreds filled the stands at West Fargo Sheyenne for the annual Shrine Bowl. The two-game event kicked off with the 11-man East All-Stars and West All-Stars. It was a back and forth game with the score tied right before halftime when [Read More...]
– Valley News LiveSudden cardiac arrest: A threat to young people too
June 16, 2021Danish soccer player Christian Eriksen collapsed during a Euro 2020 match from a sudden cardiac arrest. Fortunately, it appears that he will recover; many are not so lucky. Each year on average, 2,000 apparently healthy people under the age of 25 die after a sudden cardiac arrest (SCA), with one high school student dying every [Read More...]
– NY Daily NewsWMHS student dies suddenly while on vacation with family
June 14, 2021GREENE COUNTY, Va. (CBS19 NEWS) — A Greene County high school student has died suddenly while on vacation with his family. Josh Johnson was a stand-out football player at William Monroe High School. Read the full story here.
– CBS 19 NewsWoman says 911 operator helped her save her husband, calls on Durham to address operator shortage
DURHAM, N.C. (WNCN) — A Durham woman has sent letters to city officials and will be addressing city council on Thursday about her concerns regarding a shortage of operators at the Durham 911 call center. Read the full story here.
– CBS 17Employees save 5-year-old suffering heart attack at Ohio store
June 13, 2021BOARDMAN, Ohio (WKBN) – The efforts of a handful of workers at a Giant Eagle store in Boardman, Ohio are being praised for saving a little girl’s life. There were hugs and tears all around Friday inside the grocery store after the child returned with her family to thank the employees for their quick action. [Read More...]
– WKRN.comAppleton man meets first responders who saved his life after cardiac arrest
June 9, 2021MENASHA (NBC 26) — It was his wife’s quick thinking and the preparedness of emergency responders that saved one Appleton man’s life after he experienced sudden cardiac arrest in his home last year. Read the full story here.
– NBC 26Marine recruit’s Parris Island death devastates NJ hometown: ‘He was an amazing soul’
My baby boy. My hero. That’s how Stacie Beveridge Beals described her son, Dalton Beals, Tuesday in a Facebook post that included a cracked red heart emoji and accompanied a photo of a smiling, sunglasses-wearing Dalton in his high school graduation cap and gown. Read the full story here.
– Island PacketPolice Officers, Firefighter, EMS Save Soccer Player With CPR, AED In Westchester
June 7, 2021Officers from the Harrison Police Department responded to the high school at 8:50 p.m. on Wednesday, May 19, where there was a report of a man who had become unconscious. Read the full story here.
– Daily VoiceOff-duty Miami officers save man who collapsed on basketball court
June 6, 2021MIAMI, Fla. – Two off-duty police officers are being credited with helping save the life of a man who went into cardiac arrest while playing basketball. Read the full story here.
– ABC 7Hawke’s Bay Marathon runner saved by first responders after cardiac arrest
June 4, 2021A runner has credited a team of first responders for saving her life after she went into sudden cardiac arrest during the Hawke’s Bay Marathon. Tauranga mother of two Maree Rajpal was competing along with 8000 others, on May 14, when she collapsed without warning. Read the full story here.
– NZ HeraldAHA News: CPR, Defibrillator Save Man’s Life After He Collapses Playing Rec Basketball
June 2, 2021TUESDAY, June 1, 2021 (American Heart Association News) — Kevin Marcus Miller joined a rec basketball league in Seattle to get more exercise, meet new people and balance out a life that had become too dominated by work. Read the full story here.
– US NewsAlmont restaurant crew jumps into action after employee goes into cardiac arrest
ALMONT, Mich. – When a worker at Country Smoke House in Almont collapsed and stopped breathing the co-owner of the business and others stepped in to help save their life. The worker experienced cardiac arrest on Thursday (May 27). When the worker collapsed the co-owner of the business, Suzanne Francis began CPR while her husband, [Read More...]
– Click On DetroitVA mother-daughter nurse team save a life in their neighborhood
May 30, 2021It was a fairly typical evening for Linda Longshaw and her daughter Heather Longshaw. The two nurses from the LTC Charles S. Kettles VA Medical Center were on their way to dinner. As they turned a corner in the road, they were suddenly flagged down by a group of frantic people in the street. Read the full story here.
– U.S. Department of Veterans AffairsStudy: Cardiac MRI effective in detecting asymptomatic, symptomatic myocarditis in athletes
COLUMBUS, Ohio – A cardiac MRI of athletes who had COVID-19 is seven times more effective in detecting inflammation of the heart than symptom-based testing, according to a study led by researchers at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center and College of Medicine with 12 other Big Ten programs. Read the full story here.
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationRidgefield woman who championed AED bill through legislature says ‘we made a difference’
May 28, 2021RIDGEFIELD — Eight years after her husband died of a sudden cardiac event, Suzanne Brennan has championed a bill to keep what happened to her family from happening to others. Read the full story here.
– Fairfield Citizen‘So grateful:’ Teen’s life saved by quick-acting Park Ridge school nurse and gym teacher
As an ambulance and police cars pulled up to Park Ridge High School on March 8, Janelle Larghi could see the lights and hear the sirens from the food pantry she manages nearby. Read the full story here.
– NorthJersey.comSan Juan College employees awarded for helping save man’s life
May 25, 2021FARMINGTON – San Juan Regional Medical Center has presented San Juan College’s department of public safety and emergency medical services program with a Code Blue Award for its involvement in saving the life of a man who went into cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– The Durango HeraldLocal high school implements new bill, preparing students for medical emergencies
A new bill awaiting Governor Eric Holcomb’s signature could potentially save lives in Indiana. A local school is already taking the initiative to implement aspects of that bill with its students. Read the full story here.
– WSB22‘I hope you’d be proud of me, Max’ – student submits dissertation researching condition that killed her brother
May 24, 2021A 22-year-old student who submitted a Masters dissertation researching the condition that killed her younger brother said she “would hope that he would be proud of what we’re doing”. Read the full story here.
– Independent.ieFamily meets 911 dispatcher who saved son’s life
May 23, 2021For the first time, the Florida family had the opportunity to meet directly with the 911 Dispatcher, who saved his son’s life. “She played an important role in why I’m here today. I’m very grateful to be here.” Matthew Cobb talked about Orange County’s 911 dispatcher, Kimberly Caldwell. This is what happened during the emergency [Read More...]
– Eminetra‘So grateful:’ Teen’s life saved by quick-acting Park Ridge school nurse and gym teacher
May 21, 2021As an ambulance and police cars pulled up to Park Ridge High School on March 8, Janelle Larghi could see the lights and hear the sirens from the food pantry she manages nearby. “That’s not good,” she remembers saying to her husband. Read the full story here.
– NorthJersey.comVolusia County’s student athletes to receive free heart screening through AdventHealth
May 18, 2021Student athletes in Volusia County Schools will be offered free electrocardiogram screenings this summer in addition to the annual state-required sports physical for middle and high schoolers, through a partnership with AdventHealth. Read the full story here.
– Daytona Beach News JournalAthletes unlikely to develop cardiac complications from COVID, study shows
DALLAS, TX–While the lasting impact of COVID-19 on hospitalized patients in the general population is common and associated with adverse cardiac outcomes, evaluations of cardiac involvement of more than 3,000 college-aged, competitive athletes revealed no adverse cardiac events following COVID-19 infections and indicate a safe return-to-play for asymptomatic and mildly symptomatic athletes without additional cardiac [Read More...]
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationMany children with cardiomyopathy have a genetic mutation but few are screened
May 17, 2021BUFFALO, N.Y. — A national, University at Buffalo-led study on genes in pediatric cardiomyopathy demonstrates strong evidence for routine genetic screening in children with the disease. The study, published April 28 in the Journal of the American Heart Association, revealed wide variation in screening, with some centers conducting routine genetic testing and others conducting none. [Read More...]
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation‘Thank God it was a happy ending for him’: OABCIG teachers honored for saving student’s life
May 14, 2021ODEBOLT, Iowa (KCAU) — It was the quick thinking of a group of teachers that save one student’s life nearly four months ago. On Wednesday, those teacher were honored. When a boy collapsed during P.E. class, his teacher sprung into action and became a big part of the reason the student is still alive. Read [Read More...]
– Siouxland ProudBluffton woman saved by CPR, AED thanks her heroes
BLUFFTON, S.C. (WSAV) – A Bluffton woman got a chance to thank the friends and first responders who saved her life. Read the full story here.
– WSAV.comUse of AED in Municipal Park saves a life
May 13, 2021WESTFIELD – The Automated External Defibrillator (AED) box that was installed in September at the Municipal Playground and courts at 3 Greylock St. was used recently to save a life. Read the full story here.
– The Reminder‘They’re just amazing’: Children save mum’s life after sudden cardiac arrest
May 10, 2021When their mother collapsed, two Dunedin siblings worked quickly to help save her life. “It all went downhill really quickly,” Liana Gillan says of the events on March 14 that led to her being saved and her children – Ryder and Ravyn – being honoured by emergency services. Read the full story here.
– StuffMother trains students, staff on CPR, AED following son’s death from cardiac arrest
NEW YORK (WABC) — A mother in New York City who lost her son is turning her grief into advocacy. “When I found out what happened to my child could have been prevented, I didn’t want that to happen to another child,” said Melinda Murray-Nyack, American Heart Association Volunteer. Read the full story here.
– ABC 7 NYHeroes at Atkins High School help save soccer player’s life
May 6, 2021WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (WGHP) — To JV coach Dylan Collier, the game of soccer is about more than winning. “It’s all about building a family, building a team,” Collier said. “Truly just building their character as a high school student.” Read the full story here.
– Fox 8Jax Beach man saved by CPR and AED encourages others to get trained
May 5, 2021JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla. – For J.R. Bourne, June 27, 2015, started out like any other day. “Just normal, a hot, humid day here in Jacksonville Beach,” Bourne said. “I decided to go down to the shore with a friend and kick the soccer ball around.” Read the full story here.
– News 4 Jax911 dispatcher’s actions believed to have saved woman’s life
BLACKFOOT — Bingham County Sheriff Craig Rowland says a dispatcher’s efforts Tuesday helped save the life of a local woman. Bingham County Dispatcher Layton Powell received a 911 call from the husband of a woman finding it difficult to breathe, Rowland wrote in a letter of commendation released Wednesday. During the 911 call, Powell discovered [Read More...]
– East Idaho NewsLocal first responder saves Pennsylvania woman
May 2, 2021Martin County Ambulance Service Director Tiffany Whaley, of Washington, shouldn’t have been in a Columbus, Ohio-area Pilot Travel Center April 26 — she’s gone over the 100 small decisions that led her there so many times in the last few days — if she hadn’t taken a detour, if she hadn’t stopped in Punxatawny earlier [Read More...]
– Washington Times HeraldThe chain of survival: How a fire chief who suffered 2 sudden cardiac arrests beat the odds
April 30, 2021Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is the third leading cause of death in the United States. In fact, every 90 seconds, someone dies from SCA. Read the full story here.
– EMS1.comOff Duty Police Officers Save a Life at Local Gym
Cottonwood Fire Department and Verde Valley Ambulance were dispatched to Planet Fitness at 4:20 pm on Tuesday, April 27 for an elderly male in cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– Signals AZNicole Ward, mother of Denzel Ward, works with her sons to save lives after a loss of their own
April 29, 2021CLEVELAND — In a mission to save lives and spread awareness for heart health, Browns cornerback Denzel Ward and his mother Nicole have gone all in—doing what they can to prevent others from suffering the same kind of loss they did almost five years ago. Read the full story here.
– News 5 ClevelandFlorida lawmakers pass bill requiring high schoolers to learn CPR
April 28, 2021TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida State lawmakers unanimously officially passed a bill to require students to take CPR training to graduate from high school. Cardiac arrest is the leading cause of deaths on campus and is also the leading cause of death to student-athletes, according to the Senate version of the bill. The American Heart Associates [Read More...]
– First Coast NewsOff-duty conservation officer and nurse save man’s life in Lake County
INDIANAPOLIS — Two good Samaritans saved a Highland man’s life Monday after they just so happened to be in the right place at the right time. Read the full story here.
– WTHRA college student’s near fatal collapse uncovered a frightening family legacy
April 27, 2021The phone call that irrevocably changed the lives of Nanette Bentley and her family came at dinnertime. A day earlier Bentley, public relations director for a Cincinnati hospital system, and her husband, Matt, who works in financial services, had returned from parents’ weekend at Oberlin Conservatory of Music in Oberlin, Ohio, where Olivia, one of [Read More...]
– The Washington Post14-year-old who suffered cardiac arrest while playing baseball in Venice reunites with paramedics who saved him
A 14-year-old boy on Saturday reunited with the Los Angeles Fire Department dispatcher and paramedics who saved him after he went into sudden cardiac arrest while on a baseball field in Venice last month. Read the full story here.
– KTLA 5In a heartbeat, Mt. Jordan staff sprung to action to save boy’s life
April 24, 2021There are no words that quite express the gratitude a sixth-grader’s mother must feel after Mt. Jordan Middle School faculty and staff stepped in to save his life after he collapsed. She had received a phone call from the school office alerting her of her son’s collapse. Read the full story here.
– Sandy JournalSix area heroes received the prestigious Phoenix Award
When six local heroes received the prestigious Phoenix Award on Wednesday, it wasn’t about the honor or the certificate. It was about getting the word out to the public that they too can save lives. Read the full story here.
– Naples NewsInstructed in CPR by 911 dispatcher, Nebraska couple saves 13-day-old son
April 23, 2021During a nightly TV newscast in January, anchor Bill Schammert’s voice broke as he described why he’d been off the air for a few days. Read the full story here.
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationSandy Springs coach’s quick-thinking saves life of youth basketball player who collapsed
A metro high school coach and teacher is being called a hero after she saved the life of a teen. Whitley Witherspoon shared with Channel 2′s Mike Petchenik the scary experience at a youth basketball game last month. Read the full story here.
– MSN.comUse of AED in Municipal Park saves a life
April 22, 2021WESTFIELD – The Automated External Defibrillator (AED) box that was installed in September at the Municipal Playground and courts at 3 Greylock St. was used recently to save a life. Read the full story here.
– The ReminderYMCA staff deemed heroes after saving man who collapsed while playing basketball
HOUSTON – The family of a man who collapsed at a Houston YMCA last week is crediting workers for helping to save the man’s life. “If they hadn’t responded and started action right away he would not be here at all,” said Janice Breland. Read the full story here.
– Click 2 HoustonMonash study of cardiac arrests at schools and universities highlights the importance of available and findable public access defibrillators
April 21, 2021A Monash University study of cardiac arrests on university campuses and primary and secondary schools has highlighted the need for more publicly available and – importantly – findable – defibrillators. Read the full story here.
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationMich. Assistant Principal ‘Unexpectedly’ Dies on Way Home from Vacation with Wife and 3 Kids
A Michigan community is in mourning after their high school assistant principal suddenly died while coming home from a family vacation. Thornapple Kellogg (TK) High School Assistant Principal Kevin Remenap died Friday after he suffered a blood clot in his lungs that put him into cardiac arrest, according to a GoFundMe page set up on [Read More...]
– PeopleEaster miracle: Man’s life saved after having medical emergency at Charleston church
April 20, 2021CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — Lowcountry family members want to thank the people who they say saved their loved one’s life. Read the full story here.
– ABC News 4Loyola Blakefield lacrosse player doing OK after on-field scare on Friday
April 19, 2021Loyola Blakefield lacrosse player Peter Laake, who was struck in the chest with a shot in a game against McDonogh on Friday, is doing well and may be released from a hospital Saturday following further tests, according to Dons coach Gene Ubriaco. Read the full story here.
– The Baltimore Sun14-year-old who suffered cardiac arrest while playing baseball in Venice reunites with paramedics who saved him
A 14-year-old boy on Saturday reunited with the Los Angeles Fire Department dispatcher and paramedics who saved him after he went into sudden cardiac arrest while on a baseball field in Venice last month. Read the full story here.
– KTLA 5Five Iowans honored for saving man’s life after he went into cardiac arrest
April 17, 2021CLIVE, Iowa — The city of Clive is honoring five people who came together to save a man’s life in a health club. The Clive Fire Department said if the five people hadn’t come together when they did Rob Newberry wouldn’t be alive today. Read the full story here.
– KCII 8‘As a family, we got a lot closer, and we pulled together’: New Fairfield athlete, lifeguard saves his father’s life using CPR training
NEW FAIRFIELD, Conn. (WTNH) — A boy’s lacrosse player at New Fairfield High School saw an opportunity and ran with it. And we’re not just talking about the field of play. As a lifeguard and an athlete, Zachary Diehl has to keep his composure under duress last November. That composure and lifeguard training was put [Read More...]
– WTNHOrange County teen honored after saving friend’s life with CPR
April 16, 2021CHESTER, Orange County (WABC) — A 14-year-old boy who used CPR to save his friend’s life was honored by his town Wednesday. Ty’Shawn James was playing basketball with his 14-year-old friend Jaden Mercado on Saturday, March 27, at Chester Elementary School when Mercado went into cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– ABC 7 NYBrooklyn Nets center LaMarcus Aldridge abruptly retires due to health scare
NEW YORK — Brooklyn Nets center LaMarcus Aldridge announced on Twitter on Thursday that he is retiring from the NBA after experiencing an irregular heartbeat during his final appearance with the team. Read the full story here.
– ESPNGood Samaritans save man’s life after he went into cardiac arrest at Home Depot
April 14, 2021SEMINOLE COUNTY, Fla. – A Seminole County man said some Good Samaritans helped save his life a couple of weeks ago while he was shopping inside a Home Depot. The man said that a new AED device inside the store helped play a critical role in surviving the ordeal. Read the full story here.
– Click OrlandoBrothers, Age 7 and 10, Perform CPR to Save Grandmother in Cardiac Arrest
April 9, 2021It was a Saturday night and seven-year-old Grayson Wu said that he knew something was wrong with his grandma when he asked for a snack and she didn’t answer. “So I looked over and she was, like…” he said. Read the full story here.
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationTeacher Shares His Pride as Florida Teen Saves 6-Month-Old Baby after Learning CPR in School
Savion Harris saved the life of a baby that was not breathing and had turned blue in the face by performing CPR, which he had learned at school. Savion Harris, an 11th Grade student at Crestview High School, came to the aid of a six-month-old baby that was not breathing, causing the child to turn [Read More...]
– Amo MamaGreenville man collapses during 5K, wife jumps in to help save his life
April 8, 2021GREENVILLE, N.C. (WITN) – A man who went into cardiac arrest while running a 5K says he is alive today, all thanks to his wife who jumped in to perform CPR before first responders arrived. Read the full story here.
– WITN.comUnloading groceries, he found his wife on the ground not breathing
Lynn and Kent Wiles spent the morning running errands together. The Oregon couple shopped for groceries, stopped by the bank and picked up items at the hardware store. Read the full story here.
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationVacationing firefighter’s actions save life
April 6, 2021About 900 miles from home and a Jacksonville firefighter’s training helped save the life of a man who collapsed while on vacation. A spring break trip to the beach and warmer weather saw a moment of concern as a man in need of medical assistance collapsed. Read the full story here.
– My Journal CourierCardiac Insight Reports Increased Cardea 20/20 ECG™ Sales to Screen Young Athletes for Conditions at Risk for Sudden Cardiac Arrest
BELLEVUE, Wash.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Cardiac Insight, Inc., a healthcare innovator specializing in wearable electrocardiogram (ECG) cardiac sensors and proven automated ECG analysis that delivers innovative solutions and highly differentiated benefits to healthcare providers, clinicians, and patients, reported over a 70% surge in sales of its market leading Cardea 20/20 ECG™ technology in the first quarter of 2021. [Read More...]
– Business WireExclusive: Faces of Sudden Cardiac Arrest
April 5, 2021Julia Bosset doesn’t remember anything about October 13, 2020. Not her classes at Seabreeze High School that day. Not heading to a preseason conditioning work-out for basketball after school. And certainly not collapsing on the school’s gym floor during warm-up’s. All she remembers is waking up at Wolfson Children’s Hospital in Jacksonville several days later [Read More...]
– First Coast NewsAthletic trainers, coach follow emergency action plan: “We did our job.”
April 1, 2021FAIRBORN, Ohio (WKRC) – A local baseball player named Bennett Hart has two mutations on the same gene. That affects his heart. This, though, is the moment it all caused Fairborn’s baseball coach to call the athletic trainers: Jaci Combs and TJ Tillman. Read the full story here.
– Local 12EMS leaders at Pa. hospital recognized for saving colleague
READING, Pa. — Three EMS leaders at a Pennsylvania hospital were among those recognized this week for helping save the life of a colleague. The leadership team of TowerDIRECT, Tower Health’s EMS service, were in the cafeteria at Reading Hospital on July 7, 2020, when another hospital employee, Michelle Rose, suffered a sudden cardiac arrest, [Read More...]
– EMS1.comBYU and Timpview football families mourning unexpected death of former offensive lineman Tui Crichton
March 31, 2021The Timpview High and BYU football families are mourning the loss of former offensive lineman Tui Crichton, who died unexpectedly Monday morning in Provo. Crichton was 30. Read the full story here.
– Deseret NewsAugusta Regional Airport rescuers honored for saving woman’s life
ATLANTA (WRDW/WAGT) – A team from Augusta was recognized by the American Red Cross for saving the life of a 70-year-old woman last year. The heroism happened on Sept. 3, 2020, at Augusta Regional Airport when four members of the facility’s fire department came to the rescue of a Standard Aero Co. employee. Read the [Read More...]
– WRDWDefibrillator, CrossFit Megalodon Coach Trained in CPR Saves 70-Year-Old Member’s Life
March 30, 2021Earlier this month, just moments after he finished a masters class at CrossFit Megalodon in Venice, FL, Jack Carroll, a 70-year-old longtime member dropped to the floor, appearing to be in cardiac distress. Read the full story here.
– Morning Chalk UpSudden cardiac arrest: 5 things women need to know
Aside from COVID-19, sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is the leading cause of natural death in the United States. Each year, more than 350,000 people suffer cardiac arrest outside of the hospital setting. Nearly 90% of the cases are fatal. Read the full story here.
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationNarrative from a Survivor’s Daughter
March 29, 2021I remember the night my mother died. On March 10, 2020, my mother was as organized, and detail-oriented as ever. She laid out her work clothes and put her work materials by the door. Our entire household week was entered into a calendar. Believe me when I say my mother was her usual self–too much [Read More...]
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationGym owners, members save man having heart attack at Titan Fitness in Haverstraw
March 28, 2021Haverstraw gym owners and some members are being hailed as heroes after they saved another member who was having a heart attack – and it was all caught on camera. Read the full story here.
– Bronx News 12Long Island athletic trainers bring referee back to life after game collapse
March 24, 2021FARMINGDALE, Long Island (WABC) — Two high school athletic trainers on Long Island are being credited with saving the life of a referee who collapsed on the field during a varsity football game on Saturday. Read the full story here.
– ABC 7Delano High School Basketball Player Recovering After Collapsing During Practice
DELANO, Minn. (WCCO) — Jaren Longstreet, 14, has played basketball for years. When he missed a pass at practice Friday night, his friend and teammate Jake Schultz knew something was off. “It just went right by him and then he kind of started backpedaling and collapsed,” Schultz said. Read the full story here.
– CBS Minnesota‘Not a funeral’: Fisher High School junior Raymond Jumper’s life celebrated by community
March 23, 2021Raymond Jumper made sure no one was a stranger, always had a smile and was competitive in everything from schoolwork to sports. He lacked an inside voice. Jumper, 17, knew how to bring people together, especially if it was for a game of pick-up basketball. He was confident, and always there to support teammates on the track and [Read More...]
– Indy StarKennedy High School football player dies after collapsing during Friday night
The Kennedy High School student-athlete who collapsed on the sideline in the fourth quarter of Friday night’s spring football game has died, according to the Sacramento City Unified School District. Read the full story here.
– The Sacramento BeeGym Members Jump Into Action When Man Collapses During Workout
March 22, 2021Gym members jumped into action when a man collapsed in the middle of his workout in Haverstraw. The terrifying ordeal was caught on camera; CBS2’s Kiran Dhillon reports. Read the full story here.
– Yahoo! NewsDisney Resort staff help save man’s life
Timely first-aid has saved a man from cardiac arrest at Shanghai Disney Resort, said a local hospital over the weekend. The 28-year-old Wang and his wife Qiu went to the resort on March 14. They rushed to join the queue for a widely-anticipated attraction. Upon arrival, Wang, however, suddenly collapsed. Read the full story here.
– ShineAthletic trainer saves HS basketball player’s life after teen had a heart attack during game
March 19, 2021EAST CLEVELAND, Ohio — Seventeen-year-old Zaharius Hillmon has basketball in his blood. His mom, Nasheema Anderson, said that he comes from a long line of basketball players. Read the full story here.
– KBZK 7Dr. Oz reunites with man he revived at Newark airport
NEWARK, New Jersey (WABC) — Dr. Mehmet Oz reunited with 60-year-old Joe whose life he saved when he suddenly suffered a heart attack in the baggage claim area at Newark Liberty International Airport. Read the full story here.
– ABC7 NYNew study looks at the hearts of athletes who’ve had COVID-19
March 16, 2021There’s still a lot to learn about COVID-19, but doctors and researchers have figured out a new piece of the puzzle in a recent study. “There was a lot of early discussion about cardiac involvement with the new coronavirus,” said Dr. Matthew Martinez, Director of Sports Cardiology at the Atlantic Health System at Morristown Medical [Read More...]
– Fox 17Guest Opinion: Be prepared for a sudden cardiac arrest
March 12, 2021The question “Do I need CPR training in order to use an automated external defibrillator?” is one that comes up frequently. The short answer is no, but let’s take a closer look at this subject. It is entirely possible that because of a variety of reasons, many see the use of defibrillators as a complicated [Read More...]
– The Westerly SunCardiac arrest survivor meets her heroes in emotional reunion
March 11, 2021Elizabeth Andrews doesn’t remember being saved on December 8. Andrews suffered a sudden cardiac arrest at her Invercargill home. She was found unresponsive by her daughter Hannah McLeod, who started CPR before off-duty intensive care paramedic Alex Mihalcea arrived after being alerted through the GoodSAM App. Read the full story here.
– Stuff21-Year-Old New Jersey Fire Department Recruit Dies After Collapsing During Training
A 21-year-old fire fighter recruit died this week after suddenly collapsing during training earlier this month. Victor Melillo of Morris County, New Jersey, collapsed shortly after 9:30 a.m. on March 4, the county said in a statement released Tuesday. Read the full story here.
– PeopleAbilene 7th grader goes into cardiac arrest for second time, defibrillator saves her life
March 10, 2021ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC) – A Craig Middle School 7th grader went into Cardiac Arrest for a second time Monday. 13-year-old Lyric has a heart condition called ‘Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy’ and it’s because of this that her mother Jennifer Fisher says its never easy dropping her daughter off at school. Read the full story here.
– Big Country HomepageQuick-thinking brother saves teenage sister’s life with CPR
March 8, 2021HALIFAX — It started out as a typical night for Moncton’s Quinn family on Valentine’s Day, with mom, brother, and sister hanging out at home. Then, 24-year-old Logan Quinn heard a thump from his sister’s room. Read the full story here.
– CTV News‘Nobody hesitated’: Quick action of Brethren staff saves life on basketball court
BRETHREN — Thanks to the quick actions of staff and attendees at Brethren High School on Tuesday night, a life was saved on the basketball court. Read the full story here.
– LMT OnlineAir Force veteran survives cardiac arrest after quick intervention at local gym
March 6, 2021Dan Brant, 51, of Warrenton, is a commercial airline pilot and a retired lieutenant colonel in the U.S. Air Force. On the morning of Monday, Feb. 22, he dropped the kids off at school and went to work out at Old Town Athletic Club, as he does almost every day when he’s not away for [Read More...]
– Fauquier Times10-year-old boy born with heart condition receives life-changing transplant
March 5, 2021KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KMBC) – A 10-year-old boy is looking forward to riding rollercoasters and participating in sports after a heart transplant gave him a new lease on life. Read the full story here.
– WBAY First Alert‘If we hadn’t had an AED, I probably wouldn’t be here today:’ Live Oak senior returns to the court after medical emergency
WACO, Texas — When Leah Stephenson stepped onto the basketball court November 20, she had no idea her life was about to change. Read the full story here.
– ABC 25Dr. Oz says he helped save man who collapsed at airport by performing CPR
March 4, 2021Dr. Mehmet Oz shared on Twitter that he was able to use his medical knowledge to help save the life of a man who collapsed at New Jersey’s Newark Liberty International Airport. Read the full story here.
– TodaySon helps save father’s life with CPR
Andy Taylor never thought a picture of him in the hospital would end up in the family album. It was July 2018, he and his wife Heather had just returned from exercising. Read the full story here.
– Fox 29Tampa Bay Buccaneers and NFL Donate Automated External Defibrillators to Every Public High School in Hillsborough and Pinellas Counties
March 3, 2021The Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the National Football League announced today the donation of automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to every public high school in Florida’s Hillsborough County and Pinellas County to support the health and safety of local student-athletes. Read the full story here.
– Buccaneers.comFamily’s quick thinking gives man enough time for hospital to restart his heart
March 1, 2021The quick thinking of a family in Southwest Florida gave an emergency room the precious minutes it needed to save a man’s life. Two men share a lifelong bond after one of them needed a lifesaver, and the other one was in the right place at the right time with his family. Read the full [Read More...]
– WINK NewsMan reunites with the off-duty detective, police officer who saved his life
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — A man was reunited with the off-duty detective and police officer who helped him survive by performing CPR as he suffered a massive heart attack last month. Read the full story here.
– SILIVE.com‘100% They Saved My Life’: Quick-Thinking Broward Health Team Saves Frontline Worker Having Heart Attack
February 26, 2021BROWARD (CBSMiami) – A frontline worker is recovering thanks to the help of the quick-thinking Broward Health team. Holly Campbell, a travel nurse from West Virginia, was administering COVID-19 vaccines in Deerfield Beach when she suddenly felt the symptoms of a heart attack. Read the full story here.
– CBS MiamiThe Life You Save – How 10 Minutes Of CPR Brought Two Families Together Forever
February 25, 2021It was a normal Saturday in a seemingly unnormal world. UMass Dartmouth Head Baseball Coach Bob Prince made the drive from the South Coast to State College, Pennsylvania with his son Harry over Super Bowl weekend for what has always been a seemingly normal activity. It was something the Prince family had done so many [Read More...]
– Corsairs AthleticsEast Valley Middle School staff credited with saving coworker who collapsed
February 23, 2021East Valley Middle School para-educator Linda Kuntz said she died at work on Dec. 3 at age 47. “I wasn’t expecting to die that day,” she said in a statement provided by St. Peter’s Health. “I had no symptoms or issues that would make me think my health would take a turn for the worse, [Read More...]
– Independent RecordCollege student talks about surviving sudden cardiac arrest at age 13 in hopes of helping others
February 22, 2021A volleyball player from Olathe, Missouri, survived sudden cardiac arrest and now shares her story in hopes of saving others. Olivia Eisenhauer loves sports. She always has. Volleyball was her passion early on. But that all changed in middle school when she suddenly collapsed on the court. Read the full story here.
– The Telegraph‘Surreal’: 2 Syracuse police officers help save 30-year-old man whose heart stopped at the airport
Syracuse, N.Y. — For five minutes, William Ortiz was dead. Ortiz remembers nothing from the time he passed out in the south concourse of Hancock International Airport until he woke up at Upstate University Hospital. Doctors have struggled to explain exactly what happened in the gap of time, he said. Read the full story here.
– Syracuse.comGeorgia Gwinnett College officer saves woman’s life: ‘The training definitely just kicked in’
February 19, 2021WINDER, Ga. — A college police officer has been hailed a hero after jumping into action to save a life. Georgia Gwinnett College Police Officer Ashley Still was in the middle of a workout when an employee of the Winder-Barrow Brad Akins YMCA rushed over to her. Read the full story here.
– 11 AliveBrookfield Central Athlete Dies Of Undiagnosed Heart Disease
BROOKFIELD, WI—The School District of Elmbrook is mourning the loss of one of its students. Mark Kassab, 14, of Brookfield died Wednesday in his sleep. He had undiagnosed congenital heart disease, according to a condolence announcement posted on ISM Brookfield. Read the full story here.
– PatchQuick thinking by Career Center staff saves Lancaster student’s life
February 18, 2021LANCASTER – Jan. 20 started off like any other Wednesday for Hayden Voris at the Stanbery Career Center in Lancaster. Voris, 18, has never had a medical incident more severe than a cold or the flu prior to that day, according to his mother Michelle Brayley. Read the full story here.
– Lancaster Eagle GazzetteBillerica teen passed out while driving and it may have saved her life
BILLERICA, Mass. — Shelby Bourdeau feels so fortunate to be able to lace-up her basketball sneakers once again. “I’m a three-sport varsity athlete and what I have almost kills every athlete that has it. It’s usually found on an autopsy,” she said. Read the full story here.
– Boston 25 NewsPhenix City Shrine Club receives life saving tool
February 17, 2021PHENIX CITY, Ala. (WRBL) – “In a Heartbeat Inc” and “AED Advocacy” donated an automated external defibrillator, otherwise known as an AED, to the Phenix City Shrine Club. Read the full story here.
– WRBL.comCPR training could become mandatory for Florida students
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – More than 350,000 people experience cardiac arrest outside of a hospital each year in the United States. Of those, more than 7,000 are children. Read the full story here.
– News 4 JaxFrom surviving to thriving: Man who ‘dropped dead’ bounces back after heart attack
February 16, 2021Back in October 2020 Placerville resident Dan Tate was working out with his wife Kay and friend Jayne Stoffan on the El Dorado High School track when he laid down in what seemed to Kay and Jayne like he was doing some sit-ups. Kay noticed he was no longer moving and did not seem to [Read More...]
– Mountain DemocratMinnesota Teen Saves Father’s Life With CPR She Learned in Middle School
A 17-year-old girl in Minnesota successfully kept her father alive thanks to a middle school health class that covered lessons in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).Lindsay Lee, who now attends Park Center High School, was at home last summer when her father suffered a heart attack. Read the full story here.
– Yahoo! NewsLancaster County man who survived cardiac arrest shares story
February 14, 2021February is American Heart Month, and a cardiac arrest survivor from Lancaster County is sharing his story. It turns out that the right person was there at the right time. Read the full story here.
– 8 WGALTeen encourages everyone to get CPR certified after surviving a drowning, cardiac arrest
February 12, 2021KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) – Just days before she turned 17, Morgan Newman, now a student at the University of Tennessee, survived drowning at a pool party where she also went into cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– WVLTAfter heart attack at age 5, Knoxville boy’s parents hope EKGs become standard practice
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Seventeen minutes. Press. Breathe. Wait. A Knoxville father spent 17 minutes performing CPR on his son. Stone Buckner was having a heart attack. He was 5-years-old. Read the full story here.
– Wate.comQuick action of Brethren staff saves life on basketball court
February 11, 2021BRETHREN — Thanks to the quick actions of staff and attendees at Brethren High School on Tuesday night, a life was saved on the basketball court. Read the full story here.
– News AdvocateFamily: Keyontae Johnson’s collapse unrelated to COVID-19
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Florida forward Keyontae Johnson’s collapse during a game nearly two months ago was not related to a positive COVID-19 test, his family said Wednesday. Read the full story here.
– The Washington PostHenry Ford cardiologists find Apple iPhone 12 magnet deactivates implantable cardiac device
February 10, 2021DETROIT, MI–One of the newest features of the Apple iPhone 12 series of mobile devices is a strong magnet that helps align the phone on Apple’s MagSafe accessory to maximize charging – a feature that raised the curiosity of Henry Ford Heart & Vascular Institute cardiologist Gurjit Singh, M.D., and his colleagues. Read the full [Read More...]
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationPost-traumatic stress among survivors and informal caregivers persists long after cardiac arrest
February 9, 2021Members of the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation’s online community, the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Network, recently participated in research conducted by Alex Prescuitti, MA, MSCS, University of Colorado, and his colleagues. Participants included 169 survivors and 43 informal caregivers. Research results were just published in Resuscitation Plus. Read the full story here.
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationLAFAYETTE MAN DIES OF HEART ATTACK AT GYM, BYSTANDERS USE CPR TO BRING HIM BACK TO LIFE
February 6, 2021LAFAYETTE, Ind. (WLFI) — February is American Heart Month, and every Friday News 18 is bringing you the latest on heart health awareness. This week, we’re featuring Lafayette Police Officer Michael McIver who had a deadly heart attack at a gym in Lafayette in January. But thanks to what some could call a ‘crazy coincidence,’ he’s alive [Read More...]
– WLFI.comCivilians perform safe CPR on cardiac arrest patient in Saanich park amid pandemic
February 5, 2021Two civilians stepped in to perform chest compressions after a man suffered a cardiac arrest in a Saanich park on Jan. 19. In the wake, B.C. Emergency Health Services (BCEHS) commended their swift action while emphasizing hands-only CPR is far more effective than mouth-to-mouth and safer during the pandemic. Read the full story here.
– Goldstream News Gazzette2 years after sudden cardiac arrest, Olathe West baseball player signs with Fort Hays State
February 4, 2021LENEXA, Kan. — Due to COVID-19, many high schools are not celebrating National Signing Day for students athletes who are committed to playing sports in college. One local family had a celebration of their own because they said this day almost didn’t happen. Read the full story here.
– Fox 4Mayo Clinic research yields breakthrough in mobile determination of QT prolongation
ROCHESTER, Minn. — Researchers from Mayo Clinic and AliveCor Inc. have been using artificial intelligence (AI) to develop a mobile device that can identify certain patients at risk of sudden cardiac death. This research has yielded a breakthrough in determining the health of the electrical recharging system in a patient’s heart. The researchers determined that [Read More...]
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationAfter son survives cardiac arrest, family pushes to make CPR training mandatory in public schools
February 3, 2021If someone next to you collapsed right now, would you know what to do? Would you be able to give CPR? A 20-year-old in Central Florida recently survived a cardiac arrest because of CPR. Now, his family is trying to make sure everyone gets that training in high school. Read the full story here.
– WFTV 9 ABCWife performs CPR and saves NDHP Troopers life
February 2, 2021BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) – North Dakota Highway Patrol troopers are not strangers to saving lives. However, one day in August a Bismarck trooper was in need of his own help. His guardian angel and wife jumped in and saved his life. Steve Mayer and his wife Tammy spend most of their nights at the gym [Read More...]
– KFYRTVBill Aims To Prevent More Indiana Student Athlete Deaths With Better Screening
An effort to prevent the sudden death of student athletes is making progress in the Indiana General Assembly. Parents of children who have died after suddenly collapsing are pressing for a law that offers more protections for kids participating in physically demanding activities at school. Read the full story here.
– 89.1 WBOICivilians perform safe CPR on cardiac arrest patient in Saanich park amid pandemic
February 1, 2021Two civilians stepped in to perform chest compressions after a man suffered a cardiac arrest in a Saanich park on Jan. 19. In the wake, B.C. Emergency Health Services (BCEHS) commended their swift action while emphasizing hands-only CPR is far more effective than mouth-to-mouth and safer during the pandemic. Read the full story here.
– Goldstream News GazetteSports trainer helps save Shaw High School basketball player having heart attack
January 31, 2021EAST CLEVELAND, Ohio (WJW)– What began as a typical basketball game at Shaw High Schoolended with one of the team’s players fighting to stay alive. “It was game day so it was very exciting,” said Zaharius Hillmon, 17. Read the full story here.
– Fox 8 Local FirstAlbertville community mourns the death of student athlete
ALBERTVILLE, Ala. (WAFF) – The Albertville community is in mourning after the loss of a local high school athlete. Albertville football coach Chip English confirmed Keeyjay Blount passed away on January 27. Read the full story here.
– WAFF 48Evart Varsity Boys Basketball Team Saves Teammates Life
January 29, 2021The Evart Varsity Boys Basketball Team worked together to save a teammates life. During practice last week, one of the star senior players suffered a medical emergency, that’s when the coach and teammates stepped into action. Read the full story here.
– 9 & 10 NewsApple warns iPhone 12 and MagSafe accessories can interfere with medical devices
January 28, 2021Apple Inc. has issued a warning that its iPhone 12 range and its MagSafe accessories can interfere with implantable medical devices, potentially making them deadly to users. Read the full story here.
– Silicon AngleCoaches and teammates assist in saving Evart athlete’s life
January 27, 2021OSCEOLA COUNTY — It was a scary moment for members of the Evart varsity boys basketball team last week. Just minutes after learning of plans to delay the high school basketball season yet again the Wildcats were introduced to an entirely new challenge. Read the full story here.
– UpNorthLive ABCHigh school students may soon be required to learn CPR before they graduate
January 26, 2021WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (CBS12) — Two bills that advocates say would save lives are expected to be considered by the Florida Legislature when the session begins in March. Read the full story here.
– CBS News 1213-year-old girl with COVID-19 on life support in Houston after cardiac arrest
January 22, 2021HOUSTON – Doctors performed a second surgery on Alina Valenzuela on Monday after the teenager with no known underlying health conditions contracted COVID-19 and soon after went into cardiac arrest. HOUSTON – Doctors performed a second surgery on Alina Valenzuela on Monday after the teenager with no known underlying health conditions contracted COVID-19 and soon after went [Read More...]
– Click 2 HoustonWhat heart and stroke patients should know about COVID-19 vaccines
January 19, 2021Experts have a simple answer for heart and stroke patients questioning whether they need a COVID-19 vaccination. That answer: yes. Read the full story here.
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation‘Team effort’ saves life of teacher who collapsed in class
FREER, Texas — When Freer Junior High School history teacher William Holmes recently stopped breathing in his classroom, it was his quick-thinking students and colleagues who set off a domino effect that would save the former coach’s life. Read the full story here.
– Action 10 NewsI Went Into Cardiac Arrest on the Tennis Court: Here’s What Saved My Life
January 16, 2021I was 45 years old and healthy. I’d never experienced any heart issues. There were no physical warning signs leading up to the cardiac arrest that almost took my life. Read the full story here.
– WebMDFife man who suffered cardiac arrest while surfing thanks ‘amazing’ lifesavers
January 15, 2021Bill Shackman was surfing at the beach in December when he started to feel unwell and collapsed, suffering a sudden cardiac arrest. Three fellow surfers saved his life, performing CPR, using the defibrillator located at the beach, and then calling the emergency services. Read the full story here.
– Fife TodayDugan Chandler helps save lives
Dugan Chandler, 16, of Victoria, Texas, suffered sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) on Friday, October 16, 2020. He had been competing at a youth rodeo, but immediately afterwards, he collapsed. A bystander, who happened to be a firefighter, started CPR, and another bystander had someone grab the automated external defibrillator (AED) he happened to carry in [Read More...]
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationMatthew Cobb survives cardiac arrest
January 14, 2021When Matthew Cobb woke up in the hospital in early December, he was unaware of the events that had unfolded in the days prior. He did not remember falling from a forklift at work, nor was he aware he had experienced a cardiac arrest and was given a 50% chance of survival. Read the full [Read More...]
– Orange ObserverMan revived after collapsing at Linn County Courthouse security checkpoint
January 13, 2021CEDAR RAPIDS — Linn County Courthouse staff revived a man who walked into the courthouse Tuesday morning and collapsed. A 60-year-old man entered the Linn County Courthouse’s east entrance with his wife at 8:21 a.m., but he collapsed before they could pass through the security checkpoint, according to the Linn County Sheriff’s Office. Read the [Read More...]
– The GazetteIPhone12 will stop your implantable defibrillator
January 12, 2021In a recent paper in the journal Heart Rhythm, doctors describe how they turned off the potentially life-saving cardiac defibrillator function of an implanted Medtronic device simply by holding an iPhone 12 near it. The authors had nothing personal against Medtronic, or for that matter, against the new iPhone. The main reason they singled the [Read More...]
– Medical XpressA Wisconsin Lutheran basketball player was revived after collapsing during a game Saturday night
January 11, 2021MENOMONEE FALLS – A Wisconsin Lutheran player was revived after collapsing on the court during a boys basketball game at Menomonee Falls High School on Saturday night. Read the full story here.
– Milwaukee Journal SentinelPenn State’s Journey Brown: ‘I’m Actually Excited to See What Comes Next’
January 9, 2021After absorbing the initial shock that his football career likely had ended, Journey Brown asked himself a sobering question about playing again. Read the full story here.
– Sports IllustratedHero conductor saves passenger with CPR for the second time in two years, MTA says
A train conductor is being praised by the MTA for saving a passenger’s life with CPR — for the second time. Read the full story here.
– PIX 11Tallahassee teen fights back from rare heart syndrome
January 8, 2021How would you feel if you could no longer do your favorite sports and activities? Unfortunately, there was a time when Nicholas “Nic” Solomon, 13, knew exactly how that felt. Read the full story here.
– Tallahassee DemocratSRJC swimmers, coach, athletic trainer honored for lifesaving effort
January 7, 2021Santa Rosa Junior College swim team members, coaches and the head athletic trainer have been selected for recognition by The American Red Cross for Lifesaving Awards for saving Morgan DeSalvo’s life during swim practice on March 5, 2020. The virtual awards presentation will take place on Jan. 14 at 5 p.m., and is for the [Read More...]
– Argus CourierNine local heroes honored for saving woman’s life at Springhill Toyota
Mobile, Ala. (WPMI) — Nine local heroes were honored Tuesday for their life-saving efforts when a woman went into cardiac arrest at Springhill Toyota in October of last year. Read the full story here.
– My NBC News 15‘I’m going to have to do CPR on a 17-year-old’: How trainers kept a Jack Britt runner alive, even when her heart stopped
January 6, 2021“Do you think she’s going to die?” Michelle Suh broke the silence during an hour-and-a-half-long ride from FirstHealth Moore Regional Hospital in Pinehurst to UNC Hospitals in Chapel Hill with the awful question. Read the full story here.
– The Fayetteville ObserverA new call for heart screenings, as young Laporte man has open heart surgery
A Laporte man is having open heart surgery today and he is trying to spread awareness about the importance of heart screenings. Read the full story here.
– WSBT.com‘It saved my kid’s life:’ Why aren’t all college athletes with COVID-19 getting MRI exams?
January 5, 2021The sudden collapse of Florida basketball player Keyontae Johnson this month deepened Adama Washington’s belief of what spared her daughter from the same fate — if not death. Read the full story here.
– USA TodayOhio man survives cardiac arrest, starts successful business amid pandemic
January 2, 2021For Collett Coffeee Company-owner Keith Collett, beating the odds for another major hurdle has made his recent success even more satisfying. When Collett first had the idea to start up his own craft coffee truck, he could have never anticipated the obstacles he’d face along the way. Read the full story here.
– Click On DetroitLakewood family grateful to local firefighters who rescued man in cardiac arrest
LAKEWOOD, Ohio — A Lakewood family is ringing in the New Year with a whole lot to be grateful for. Quick actions from the Lakewood Fire Department saved the life of Robert Sweeney, who went into cardiac arrest while sitting down for dinner two weeks ago. They’re also sharing that life-saving credit with his wife, [Read More...]
– News 5 ClevelandAfter CPR saves Papillion coach, friends raise money to buy defibrillators
January 1, 2021The six members of the exercise group had just finished a 1-mile jog before starting their workout in Papillion’s Eagle Ridge Park. As they stood around, Dave Lawrence, a teacher and soccer coach at Papillion-La Vista South High School, told the others he hadn’t been feeling well. All of a sudden, he collapsed. Read the [Read More...]
– Omaha World-Herald‘I owe them my life’: Trainers at Mentor gym save man during cardiac arrest
December 31, 2020MENTOR, Ohio (WJW)– Joe Gerich calls his CrossFit coaches his guardian angels after he suffered cardiac arrest and they wasted no time starting efforts to successfully resuscitate him. Read the full story here.
– Fox 8 Local FirstA cardiac arrest showed me what dying feels like. How should I live in Life 2.0?
December 29, 2020It was exactly like a scene from Casualty. An ambulance, siren wailing, lights flashing, pulls up in the A&E bay of a hospital. Paramedics swiftly open the doors and wheel out an ashen-faced, barely conscious middle-aged man. Doctors and nurses shift him – “On lift. Ready, steady, lift!” – on to a bed, then immediately [Read More...]
– The GuardianOrange County woman survives cardiac arrest thanks to friend, rescue team
December 28, 2020ORANGE COUNTY, Va. (CBS19 NEWS)– An Orange County woman survived a sudden cardiac arrest thanks to the help from her friend and first responders. Read the full story here.
– CBS 19 News‘Hero’ honored for saving man in courthouse
December 26, 2020The Scott County Fiscal Court honored a man who performed CPR on someone who suffered from a heart attack in the courthouse. Read the full story here.
– News-GraphicThis AED defib was barely installed when a crisis called it into use
The donation of an AED defibrillator to Linton Police Station has come just in time to make one family’s Christmas full of joy. Read the full story here.
– The CourierFlorida’s Johnson leaving hospital following on-court collapse
December 24, 2020Florida junior Keyontae Johnson is being released from the hospital Tuesday after collapsing during a game on Dec. 12, the program announced. Read the full story here.
– The ScoreTroy schools honored by state for keeping up with cardiac preparedness
TROY — Although school has looked a lot different in 2020 due to virtual or hybrid instruction, state officials say preparation for cardiac emergencies is still important. Read the full story here.
– C and G NewsLowe’s employees respond quickly to crisis
December 23, 2020CAMDEN — Colin Faulkner, public safety chief for Kent County, knows the odds of a positive outcome are not very good when an individual goes into cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– Delaware State NewsWoman In Cardiac Arrest Revived By Derry Fire And EMS
December 22, 2020DERRY, NH – Derry Fire and EMS were able to save the life of a Derry woman because of quick actions from her husband and first responders. Read the full story here.
– PatchShanghai teen helps save life of heart attack victim
December 21, 2020Actions by a 15-year-old high school student in Shanghai recently demonstrated how immediate resuscitation efforts can save lives. Read the full story here.
– China DailyJogger saved by stranger, Fernandina Beach Police Department after medical emergency
December 19, 2020FERNANDINA BEACH, Fla. – Do you believe in Christmas miracles? A longtime resident and visitor to the City of Fernandina Beach was out for his morning run when he experienced sudden cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– News 4 JaxFlorida basketball player Keyontae Johnson in stable condition, breathing on his own, parents say
December 18, 2020Florida men’s basketball forward Keyontae Johnson has been upgraded to stable condition, and he is now able to breathe on his own and speak, according to a statement released by UF but attributed to Johnson’s parents, Nika and Marrecus Johnson. Read the full story here.
– USA TodayNor’easter Approaching Maine – American Heart Association Warns of Snow Shoveling Health Hazards
December 17, 2020The American Heart Association says that for most people, shoveling snow may not lead to any health problems. However, the Association warns that the risk of a heart attack during snow shoveling may increase for some, as the combination of colder temperatures and physical exertion increases the workload on the heart. Read the full story [Read More...]
– American Heart AssociationLife Of Beloved LI Coach Saved In ‘Miracle’ Rescue On Court
December 16, 2020SOUTHAMPTON, NY — For years, Vinny Mangano has been a force on the Southampton canvas. A longtime high school math teacher and football coach, Mangano, 64, now retired, keeps in shape with frequent pickle ball games at the Southampton Youth Services recreational facility. While there, Mangano, well-known for his years as an EMT, often shoots [Read More...]
– PatchFlorida Gators star Keyontae Johnson in critical but stable condition after collapsing on court
December 13, 2020Florida basketball star Keyontae Johnson remained in critical but stable condition after he collapsed early in Saturday’s game against rival Florida State and was rushed to a nearby hospital. Read the full story here.
– ESPNTwo-year-old dog saves the day for Nova Scotia man who suffered cardiac arrest
HALIFAX — Brad Miller from Hammonds Plains, N.S., has Brugada Syndrome, a genetic disorder that can cause a dangerous, irregular heartbeat. Read the full story here.
– CTV NewsResearch shows disparities in how communities respond to cardiac arrest.
December 12, 2020Black neighborhoods had a significantly lower rate of bystander automated external defibrillator (AED) use relative to non-Hispanic/Latino white communities, according to researchers at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth). Read the full story here.
– BrinkwireTroopers Use CPR to Save Retired Officer Following Motor Vehicle Crash
December 11, 2020TOTOWA/WOODLAND PARK, NJ – Two NJ State troopers from Troop “B” Totowa Station used cardiopulmonary resuscitation to revive a driver who was injured in a serious motor vehicle crash on Route 80 in Saddle Brook. It was later discovered that the driver was a retired state trooper. Read the full story here.
– TapInto.netMidland Teacher Saves Student’s Life, Presented Heartsaver Hero Award
A teacher in Midland County used his CPR training to save a student’s life. Now, he’s being honored with the American Heart Association’s Heartsaver Hero Award. Read the full story here.
– 9 & 10 NewsWelsh schoolboy thanks paramedic who saved his life after double cardiac-arrest
December 10, 2020A 15 year-old boy who had a heart attack on two separate occasions has thanked the paramedic who saved his life – twice. Read the full story here.
– ITV.comPrinceton coach’s 12-year-old daughter recovering after heart surgery
SHARONVILLE – In between timeouts of Princeton’s game with Moeller Dec. 1, an energetic sixth-grade girl would race out to the floor with a dry mop and remove any moisture that might put a player in jeopardy. Read the full story here.
– Cincinatti.comRivers Casino Resort Schenectady EMTs Honored for Reviving Man
December 9, 2020Two Rivers Casino & Resort Schenectady emergency medical technicians (EMTs) were honored this week for saving a man at the New York state gaming property whose pulse had stopped. Read the full story here.
– Casino.orgMan reunites with ‘secret angel’ months after she saved his life | VIDEO
December 7, 2020PITTSBURGH — A man who went into cardiac arrest and almost died met the “secret angel” who saved his life in a tearful reunion. Read the full story here.
– ABC 13 Eyewitness News News‘Angels’ save shopper as he has heart attack in central Pa. Giant store
December 6, 2020It was a normal Sunday afternoon for Ron Maurer. He and a friend were returning to Lancaster from their hunting cabin in Huntingdon. They stopped to gas up in Newport and use the restroom. Read the full story here.
– Penn Live‘Believe in miracles’: 21-year-old survives cardiac arrest, being taken off life support
ATCHISON, Kan. (WDAF) – Beth Horvatic says a miracle is the only explanation why her son, Benedict, is alive. “People need to believe in miracles. There’s just really is no medical or no human explanation except that it is a total miracle,” Beth Horvatic said. Read the full story here.
– Fox 8Running a marathon was easier than getting back to work
December 4, 2020In February 2019 I decided to complete a running challenge called “Run til you drop.” It involved running the distance of the date (eg, 5 miles or km on the 5 Feb) every day in February. Half way through the month-long challenge I had a cardiac arrest. It was a complete surprise considering my high [Read More...]
– The BMJFireys commended for saving a firefighter’s life
December 3, 2020Three CFA volunteer firefighters have been officially commended for saving the life of a fellow firefighter a year ago during the NSW fires. Read the full story here.
– Mirage NewsHow WNBA Superstar Tina Charles Leads a Life That Goes Straight to the Heart
December 1, 2020Hearing Tina Charles recount the emotions she felt when meeting a man whose life had been saved by one of the 425-plus portable AED devices that her foundation has purchased and installed to date, it’s easy to forget that she’s in the middle of what is surely a Hall of Fame basketball career. Read the [Read More...]
– SporttechieFamily, rescuers help Virginia man survive a cardiac arrest
November 30, 2020SPOTSYLVANIA COURTHOUSE, Va. — When Billy Demarest passed out in his basement, with clogged arteries and a heart going haywire, his chances of survival seemed slim. Read the full story here.
– The Washington PostFitness center staff save patron’s life after collapse
November 27, 2020WIESBADEN, Germany – Sports and Fitness Director Kevin Ringgold was working at the Wiesbaden Fitness Center and was the first at the scene to a man lying unconscious near a treadmill. Read the full story here.
– US ArmyA Pennridge senior’s heart stopped at band practice. Now she’s looking to save others
At 16, Madeline Hoffman never had a reason to question if her life was at risk. Read the full story here.
– Courier TimesCoroner: Wren MS student goes into cardiac arrest on bus, dies days after being put on life support
November 25, 2020Anderson District One says an 8th grade student at Wren Middle School suddenly passed away recently. Read the full story here.
– Fox CarolinaWhy people fear performing CPR on women – and what to do about it
Women are less likely than men to receive CPR from a bystander. But why? The reluctance, new research suggests, may be fueled by worries of being accused of sexual assault or doing physical harm. Knowing people’s secret fears is the first step to dispelling them, experts say. Read the full story here.
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationPolice officer rescues man after medical emergency
November 24, 2020A patrol officer spotted a vehicle crashed into a tree near Mansell Road on Nov. 9 and jumped into action to save the driver, who was in a medical state of emergency. Read the full story here.
– NorthFulton.comBoonville native medical student saves life with CPR
BOONVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) – One Tri-State native is now a hero after helping save someone’s life. Read the full story here.
– 14 News‘Truly a miracle:’ Family, rescuers, doctors help Spotsylvania man survive catastrophic heart issues
November 23, 2020When Billy Demarest passed out in his basement, with clogged arteries and a heart going haywire, his chances of survival seemed slim. Read the full story here.
– The Free-Lance StarEveryone in Scarborough should learn CPR. It saves lives, including mine
November 22, 2020Blue, not breathing, and lifeless, my nine-year-old cousin found me at the bottom of a swimming pool. Read the full story here.
– Toronto.comMachine learning helps predict survival rates of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest
November 18, 2020DALLAS, TX — Using neighborhood and local data in combination with existing information sources creates a more accurate prediction on a patient’s recovery prospects after an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA), according to preliminary research to be presented at the American Heart Association’s Resuscitation Science Symposium 2020. The 2020 meeting will be held virtually, November 14-16, [Read More...]
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationOakland Assistant Fire Chief Sean Laffan Collapses, Dies At Age 42
OAKLAND (CBS SF) — Oakland Assistant Fire Chief Sean Laffan died Monday night at the age of 42, fire officials said. Read the full story here.
– CBS SF Bay AreaBrecon baby saved by ‘amazing’ ambulance crew
November 16, 2020Nine-week-old Caleb Parrish had a sudden cardiac arrest in the lounge of their home, but quick-thinking ambulance crews performed CPR and defibrillation which brought him back to life. Read the full story here.
– POWYS County TimesHealthy 15-year-old dies after cardiac arrest at Auckland’s Armageddon Expo
A teenager has died after suffering a massive cardiac arrest while on a day out at a pop culture convention. Alex Haselden collapsed after telling friends he felt dizzy at the Armageddon Expo, held at Auckland’s ASB Showgrounds. Read the full story here.
– Stuff‘Everybody loved him’: Classmates, coach remember the life of Veterans HS freshman
November 14, 2020KATHLEEN, Ga. — The family and friends of Veterans High School freshman DJ McDowell are mourning the loss of one of their own this week. Read the full story here.
– 13 WMAZAuburn Police Officers Receive Life Saving Award
November 13, 2020Four Auburn Police Officers have been recognized with the department’s Life-Saving Award. Three officers received the award in October. The fourth officer was presented their award this week. Read the full story here.
– Auburn ExaminerPenn State’s Journey Brown retiring from football due to heart condition
November 12, 2020Penn State running back Journey Brown is medically retiring from football after being diagnosed with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. Read the full story here.
– ESPNCardiac arrest deaths are rising – especially among younger Black adults
November 11, 2020After declining steadily for more than a decade, new research shows the number of people dying from cardiac arrests is climbing. And the greatest increase is among young Black adults. Read the full story here.
– Fairfield CitizenA new playbook: COVID-19, athletes’ hearts and return to play
November 10, 2020BOSTON – Reports have indicated that COVID-19 may cause heart damage in hospitalized patients with severe cases of the disease, but it’s unclear whether cardiac injury also occurs in infected patients who are asymptomatic or experience only mild symptoms. Read the full story here.
– Mass General HospitalCutler Bay sisters raise awareness about sudden cardiac arrest
November 9, 2020DORAL, Fla. – The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that 1,500 people under the age of 25 die every year from sudden cardiac arrest or SCA. Read the full story here.
– Local 10Former Davis High, Utah State guard Abel Porter retires from basketball with rare heart condition
November 7, 2020LOGAN — Former Utah State point guard Abel Porter’s days on the hardwood are likely over. Read the full story here.
– KSL.comConnecticut’s Beardsley Zoo Receives an Automated External Defibrillator from In A Heartbeat
BRIDGEPORT, Conn. – November 6, 2020 – Connecticut’s Beardsley Zoo has received a donation of a Defibtech Automated External Defibrillator (AED) from Wallingford-based In A Heartbeat. An AED is a medical device that helps those experiencing sudden cardiac arrest by delivering an electrical shock, or defibrillation, to help the heart re-establish an effective rhythm. Mike [Read More...]
– PatchNurse saves woman’s life while volunteering at Indiana polls
November 6, 2020INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) – She was in the right place, at the right time. A nurse volunteering at a polling location in Indianapolis ended up saving a voter’s life. Read the full story here.
– WCAX3A Wentzville school assistant principal helped save man’s life on Election Day
November 5, 2020WENTZVILLE, Mo. (KMOV.com) — An assistant principal at the Wentzville School District just may have saved the life of a voter on Tuesday. Read the full story here.
– KMOV4Heartbroken Boyce College students mourn the abrupt death of Nick Challies
Boyce College students and faculty gathered this morning on the lawn at Southern Seminary to mourn the death of 20-year-old Nick Challies, son of popular evangelical blogger and author, Tim Challies. Read the full story here.
– Southern NewsMichigan referee dies after suffering heart attack during game
November 4, 2020SAND CREEK, Mich. (WTVG) – A high school football referee has died after he collapsed during a playoff game Friday night at Sand Creek High School in Lenawee County. Read the full story here.
– 13 ABC Action NewsLinda Richardson, savior of North Philly’s Uptown Theater, dies at 73
The force behind the revitalization of North Philadelphia’s historic Uptown Theater died unexpectedly over the weekend. Linda Richardson spent nearly three decades dedicated to her mission: restoring the stunning 1927 concert hall on North Broad after years of decay. Read the full story here.
– Billy PennPrincipal honored for helping save life of Vero Beach runner
November 1, 2020Two police officers and a principal from the Treasure Coast were publicly commended Friday by Vero Beach’s top cop. Read the full story here.
– Fox 29Sheriff’s deputy awarded for life-saving feat
Fulton County Sheriff’s Deputy Noah Eisel, center, was presented the Life Saving Award on Monday by Sheriff Roy Miller, left, for his role in saving the life of county resident Pete Dominique, right, who had collapsed and wasn’t breathing. Read the full story here.
– FC NewsHanover athletic trainer saves referee’s life after heart attack on soccer field
October 31, 2020HANOVER, Mass. — Hanover High School’s athletic trainer saved a referee’s life after he suffered a heart attack on the field, police and witnesses say. Read the full story here.
– Boston 25 NewsDoctors Stress Importance Of Learning Hands-Only CPR Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) — As more Americans wear masks and deal with possible after-effects from the coronavirus, there’s a more urgent need to learn hands-only CPR. Read the full story here.
– CBS New YorkRichmond first responders honored for saving life of local athlete
October 30, 2020RICHMOND, Vt. (WCAX) – The first responders who helped save the life of a Richmond man this spring were recognized Thursday afternoon. Read the full story here.
– WCAX3‘The Hulk’ saves a life in Tasmanian street by performing CPR during Book Week emergency
October 29, 2020When Tasmanian library worker Tyron Waugh donned his Hulk costume for Book Week, he had no idea that by the end of the day, he would be considered a superhero in real life too. Read the full story here.
– ABCNEWSPennridge High School senior alive thanks to quick actions by school staff
October 28, 2020PERKASIE, Pennsylvania (WPVI) — The Pennridge High School community in Perkasie gathered on Monday night to honor school employees who saved the life of a marching band member who collapsed on the field during practice. Read the full story here.
– 6 ABC Action NewsCardiac arrest survivor explains importance of CPR
October 27, 2020CHARLOTTE — October is Sudden Cardiac Awareness Month, and it’s important that people learn the skills that could save a life. Read the full story here.
– WSOCTVMayor Jacobs to honor County employees for life-saving efforts
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) – Knox County Mayor Jacobs announced he will honor six individuals, including a number of county Parks and Recreation employees for their efforts in saving a man’s life this summer at the SportsPark in Karns. Read the full story here.
– WVLT CBS 8The Heart of the Matter: following cardiac episode, local family eager to share lessons learned
October 26, 2020Matthew and Julia Bosset are your typical brother-sister duo. Read the full story here.
– First Coast NewsRoger Carter Community Center employees recognized for saving man’s life
October 24, 2020ELLICOTT CITY, Md. (WARNING: Graphic Video) — Several Howard County recreation center employees were recognized Friday for their quick heroic actions that saved a man’s life. Read the full story here.
– WBAL TV 11Updated CPR guidelines tackle health disparities, management of opioid-related emergencies and physical, emotional recovery
October 23, 2020DALLAS, TX—The recovery phase following cardiac arrest continues long after hospitalization and is now included as a key link in the Chain of Survival, a widely adopted series of critical actions that work to maximize the chance of someone surviving cardiac arrest, according to the “2020 American Heart Association Guidelines for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and [Read More...]
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationMT PLEASANT, Texas — A referee is in the hospital after collapsing during a football game last Friday in Mt. Pleasant.
October 21, 2020According to DeKalb ISD, head official, Jimmy Brown, collapsed of an apparent heart attack during Friday’s game against Pewitt High. Brown remains hospitalized and in stable condition. Read the full story here.
– CBS 19Concealed cardiomyopathies revealed in cardiac arrest survivors
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA — Centenary Institute researchers have discovered that genetic testing can identify ‘concealed cardiomyopathies’ in nearly a quarter of sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) survivors who seem to have a normal heart. The findings will mean improved diagnosis rates and personalized care for SCA survivors as well as guide the screening of family members who [Read More...]
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationVideo Shows Florida Sheriff’s Deputy Use CPR to Save High School Student’s Life
October 19, 2020DOVER, Florida — A newly released body camera video shows a Hillsborough County Sheriff’s deputy perform CPR to save a student at a high school this week. Read the full story here.
– Officer.comVideo shows Florida troopers saving man’s life on I-95
October 17, 2020DAVIE, Fla. – Video captured two Florida Highway Patrol troopers’ desperate race to save a life on the side of I-95. Read the full story here.
– Local 10Cheltenham dentist saves man’s life after patient suffers heart attack
October 16, 2020Going to the dentist can be a terrifying moment for many people, but it’s usually not a life-or-death situation. Read the full story here.
– Gloucstershire LiveGwinnett man’s life saved by three quick responding co-workers
GWINNETT COUNTY, Ga. — Calvin Cornelius was working in the Gwinnett County Schools bus facility when he suffered a medical emergency. Martin Piedra, an observant co-worker, noticed Cornelius fall while working. Piedra immediately called for help from two other nearby coworkers to help Cornelius. Read the full story here.
– WSB-TV 2 Atlanta‘We’re hoping for a miracle’: Las Cruces teen fighting for her life after cardiac arrest
October 15, 2020LAS CRUCES, New Mexico — A Las Cruces teenager is spending her 19th birthday fighting for her life in the intensive care unit. Read the full story here.
– ABC 7Supervisor Cumberland recovering at UAB
Moments after escorting his daughter Anna as Neshoba Central’s Homecoming Queen Thursday night, District 2 Supervisor Kevin Cumberland collapsed at dinner with an emergency room physician and nurse present at the table and an automated external defibrillator nearby, his wife said. Read the full story here.
– The Neshoba DemocratKapil Sekhri, director of Fratelli Wines, dies of cardiac arrest
October 13, 2020Your diarist is sad to note the sudden passing of one of India’s greatest winemakers, Kapil Sekhri of Fratelli wines. Sekhri, 45, suffered a cardiac arrest while jogging on Saturday evening. Read the full story here.
– India TimesDead for 8 minutes: Brave Auckland son brings dad back to life after cardiac arrest
October 12, 2020It was raining the afternoon Tanvir Bhamji bought his dad back to life. Read the full story here.
– NZ Herald15-year-old daughter saves father from sudden cardiac arrest
October 10, 2020TAMPA (WFLA) – Imagine having to keep your own father alive until help arrived. Read the full story here.
– News Channel 8Pilot Study: Widespread Pre-Sports ECG Screening Feasible
Implementing large-scale ECG screening before high school sport participation could detect heart abnormalities that carry the risk of sudden cardiac death if left unchecked, a researcher reported. Read the full story here.
– Medpage Today‘A miracle’: How two trainers, defibrillator and ‘God’s hands’ save dying football player
October 9, 2020Six minutes. That’s how much time the Union County EMS call report shows elapsed between the moment Union County High School athletic trainer Shanna Ramsey first snatched up her phone to place a 911 call and when an ambulance arrived at Union County Stadium last Thursday. Read the full story here.
– Go Upstate‘He gave me my life back’: Hospital CEO saves man who collapsed on casino floor
LAS VEGAS (KSNV) – A stranger was in the right place at the right time to help save a Phoenix man’s life. Read the full story here.
– 8 WAGMSpouses of ICU patients may be at increased risk for cardiac events or hospitalization
October 7, 2020DALLAS, TX–Having a spouse in a hospital’s intensive care unit (ICU) may make a person more likely to have a heart attack or cardiac-related hospitalization themselves within a few weeks of the ICU admission, according to new research published today in Circulation. Read the full story here.
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationMandatory ECG screening identifies student-athletes at risk for sudden cardiac arrest
October 6, 2020After a school district mandated ECGs for all students wishing to participate in sports, the screenings uncovered nearly 200 children with abnormal findings, including eight who were at risk for sudden cardiac arrest, study findings showed. Read the full story here.
– HealioEMT in the right place at the right time to save Jersey Shore man’s life
October 5, 2020JERSEY SHORE — On what started out as an ordinary day in Kriss Blevens’ life in 2018, a decision to upgrade her plane seat on a flight home to New Hampshire resulted in an extraordinary meeting in which Blevens saved the life of a stranger. Read the full story here.
– Sun GazzetteKnoxville woman dies from cardiac event in Cades Cove
An 82-year-old Knoxville woman died Tuesday, Sept. 29, after going into cardiac distress in Cades Cove, Great Smoky Mountains National Park said Friday in a press release. Read the full story here.
– The Daily TimesFour people recognized for saving a patient’s life
October 1, 2020The family of a patient reunited Monday with Lafayette emergency workers under the best of circumstances — a ceremony honoring a life saved. Read the full story here.
– Prarie PublishingTaco Bell customer suffers heart attack in drive-thru, saved by firefighters, restaurant staff
One man picked the right time to hit up the drive-thru. Read the full story here.
– Fox NewsGolfer survives major heart attack on Pitt Meadows course
September 30, 2020The first time the other golfers realized something was wrong with Manny Yatco was when his golf cart suddenly veered and went out of control. Read the full story here.
– Maple Ridge Meadow NewsLincoln man in cardiac arrest saved by workout classmates
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) – A Lincoln man has quick actions of the people in his workout class to thank after he said they saved his life as he went into cardiac arrest. Six people were given awards after reviving him before Lincoln Fire and Rescue got on the scene. Monday, the six people involved with [Read More...]
– 1011 NowKalkaska high school student saves a stranger’s life
September 29, 2020KALKASKA COUNTY, Mich., (WPBN/WGTU) — It started out as any other student athlete’s evening. Jacob Birgy, a Kalkaska High School student, was getting out of football practice and driving down Supply Road on the way to his hockey practice at Center Ice Arena in Traverse City. Read the full story here.
– UpNorthLive‘Guardian angels’ save West Middle School football player after he collapsed during a game
SIOUX CITY (KTIV) — A West middle school student is out of the hospital, and recovering, after collapsing on the sideline of a football game last week. Read the full story here.
– KTIV.comGolf course receives donated medical device to help save lives on the course
September 27, 2020SHASTA COUNTY, Calif. — For many, a bad day of golf is always better than a good day at work, especially at the Tucker Oaks golf course. Read the full story here.
– ABC 7 KRCR NewsUConn Health is First ‘HEARTSafe Campus’ Medical Center in Connecticut
September 25, 2020UConn Health has been designated the first medical center “HEARTSafe Campus” by the State of Connecticut Department of Public Health in collaboration with the American Heart Association (AHA). Read the full story here.
– UConn TodayMTC Miracle: CNA class and first responders save life of student
HARRISONBURG, Va. (WHSV) — The priority for staff at Massanutten Technical Center is to teach life-changing lessons to their students, but earlier this month one student’s life was changed forever. Read the full story here.
– WHSV 3Dispatcher credited with aiding in emergency delivery of baby in Seneca County
September 24, 2020A newborn baby boy and mother are safe after a delivery away from any local hospital. Read the full story here.
– FingerLakes1.com‘They were two angels sent by God’: Daughter of Whataburger employee saved by off-duty officers thankful for their heroic actions
CIBOLO/SCHERTZ, Texas – A Cibolo man is alive and in the hospital recovering from a cardiac arrest thanks to the quick actions of a husband and wife who are trained officers that saved him. Read the full story here.
– KSAT.comFairfax Fire and Rescue continues to save lives
September 23, 2020FAIRFAX COUNTY, Va. (WDVM) — WDVM reported on Fairfax County Fire and Rescue saving lives through CPR resuscitation, and how they track the outcomes of the individuals they have saved. Last year, Ron Howard made their list of people saved when he suddenly went into cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– LocalDVM.comDenton Guyer High runner died from heart disease, according to medical examiner
September 22, 2020Heart disease killed a Denton Guyer High School cross-country runner last month after a workout on a warm August morning, according to a recent ruling by officials at the Tarrant County Medical Examiner’s Office. Read the full story here.
– Fort Worth Star TelegramNavy Doctors Are Bringing Back This Medical Screening to Prevent Sailors’ Sudden Deaths
September 21, 2020On April 1, 2019, Gillian Bush couldn’t shake the anxiety she’d felt over the previous 24 hours. In the classroom where she taught second grade in Overland Park, Kansas, she texted a fellow Marine wife in San Diego to ask whether she had heard anything about her husband, Gunnery Sgt. Paul Bush, an instructor at [Read More...]
– Yahoo!Patrol officers use defibrillator to revive man, 39, who collapsed at gym
September 20, 2020Ottawa police patrol officers who were first on the scene when a man collapsed at an Argyle Avenue gym on Thursday evening revived the 39-year-old with an automatic external defibrillator. Read the full story here.
– Canada.comLocal cardiac arrest patient heads home after 49 days in hospital
ANDERSON TWP., Ohio (FOX19) – After more than a month and a half in the hospital, a local cardiac arrest patient is headed home. Read the full story here.
– Fox 19 NOWThe Woodlands High School Volleyball Player Reunited with Paramedics Who Saved Her Life
September 17, 2020THE WOODLANDS, TX – In May of 2020, Julieta Valdes, a 16-year-old freshman at The Woodlands High School, was working out with her sister in their home when she collapsed. Read the full story here.
– Woodlands OnlineManchester firefighter who went into cardiac arrest thanks rescuers
September 16, 2020A veteran Manchester firefighter who went into cardiac arrest during a fire on Memorial Day thanked his fellow first responders Monday for saving his life. Read the full story here.
– WMUR9Black Hills technician receives award for doing lifesaving CPR
What seemed like a typical gas leak call this summer soon became a lifesaving moment for Black Hills Energy service technician Lance Bruner. Read the full story here.
– Lincoln Journal StarSouthern High School volleyball team pays tribute to teammate
September 15, 2020RACINE, Ohio (WSAZ) – Family and friends gathered Saturday afternoon at Southern High School in Meigs County to pay tribute to volleyball player Jordan Hardwick, who passed away Friday night after collapsing during a practice. Read the full story here.
– WSAZWoburn’s Ashley Lucchese completed the virtual Boston Marathon three years after suffering cardiac arrest
On March 10, 2017, Woburn’s Ashley Lucchese was at work when she suddenly became dizzy, fell to the floor, and suffered cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– Boston.comAssessing for myocarditis may clarify whether athletes can return to sports after COVID-19
September 14, 2020Cardiac MRI may help assess risk for myocarditis in athletes recovering from COVID-19 to determine whether it is safe to participate in competitive sports, researchers found. Read the full story here.
– HealioStrangers with CPR training help save Fenton man’s life
September 13, 2020EUREKA, Mo. – Ken Hamilton is lucky to be alive. The 56-year-old surveyor was out on a job in Eureka last month when the Fenton man collapsed and stopped breathing. First responders with the Eureka Fire Protection District say he went into full cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– Fox 2 Now‘A true hero:’ Flagler dispatcher saves 2 lives through CPR one hour apart
September 11, 2020FLAGLER COUNTY, Fla. – Dispatchers often talk to people in the worst moments of their lives but the help provided over the phone can mean the difference between life and death. Flagler County Sheriff’s Office Communications Specialist McKenzie Davis was able to provide that life-saving support to a baby and a man with Parkinson’s Disease [Read More...]
– Click OrlandoCardiac effects from COVID-19 are impacting youth sports
(WKEF/WRGT) — COVID-19 is impacting youth sports as doctors are warning parents of the cardiac effects of COVID-19 in children if not addressed early on. Read the full story here.
– Dayton 247 NowOpinion/Letter: Learn CPR and help save lives!
September 10, 2020More than 4,000 Massachusetts residents suffer sudden cardiac arrest each year. Unlike many other states, few survive. The failure is not our hospitals or EMS providers but the delay and inability to provide bystander CPR before EMS arrives. Read the full story here.
– TelegramCardiac arrest cuts short Tollywood actor Jayaprakash Reddy’
GUNTUR: Tollywood actor Jayaprakash Reddy died of cardiac arrest in Guntur in the early hours of Tuesday. He was 74. Read the full story here.
– Times of IndiaToledo boxer helps save man’s life at weigh-in ahead of Saturday’s fight in Vegas
September 9, 2020LAS VEGAS — Toledo boxer DeAndre Ware is being heralded as a hero after helping to save a man’s life on Friday. Read the full story here.
– WTOL 11Newly installed AED helps person in distress on Homewood walking trail
HOMEWOOD, Ala. — A person received medical attention after being helped by a newly installed medical device on a Homewood walking trail. Read the full story here.
– WVTM 13La Salle College High School football player dies after collapsing at practice
September 7, 2020PHILADELPHIA – A La Salle College High School student-athlete died on Friday following what the school described in a press release as a “sudden, catastrophic medical event.” Read the full story here.
– Fox 29 PhiladelphiaDad-of-four who suffered cardiac arrest in chip shop reunited with the people who saved his life
September 5, 2020A dad-of-four who suffered a cardiac arrest in a chip shop has been reunited with the bystander and ambulance crew who saved his life. Read the full story here.
– Wales OnlineRunner, 73, who died for 14 minutes takes on 13.1-mile feat
John Gray, from Newton Aycliffe, has taken part in every Great North Run since 1981 and volunteered at the start line baggage buses for 35 years. Read the full story here.
– The Northern EchoNaval Health Clinic Annapolis and Uniformed Services University; Partners to Reduce Sudden Cardiac Death
September 4, 2020ANNAPOLIS, Md. (September 3, 2020) – Even in youth, high-intensity exercise can cause sudden death or cardiac arrest if certain rare congenital conditions are present. In order to mitigate this problem at the United States Naval Academy, Capt. Adam Saperstein, Admissions Medical Officer for the U.S. Naval Academy, Capt. Alaric Franzos, Director for Medical Readiness [Read More...]
– DVIDS HubAED training saves life of teen: would you know what to do?
GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — You can find them in a lot of schools and office buildings, but do you know how to use an emergency defibrillator known as an AED? Read the full story here.
– News Channel 5 NashvilleRecovering at home from cardiac arrest, Parma resident is a ‘walking miracle’
September 3, 2020PARMA, Ohio — Prior to this summer, Parma resident Jason Korber, 47, admittedly hadn’t given much thought to what it’s like having cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– Cleveland.comCOVID-19 Can Wreck Your Heart, Even if You Haven’t Had Any Symptoms
September 2, 2020Beyond its scientific backing, the notion that a COVID-19 patient might wind up with long-term lung scarring or breathing issues has the ring of truth. After all, we hear the stories, right? The virus can leave survivors explaining how they struggled to breathe, or how it can feel, in the words of actress Alyssa Milano, [Read More...]
– Scientific AmericanSchool nurse, first responders save child’s life on playground
PASCAGOULA, Miss. (WLOX) – On Tuesday, Pascagoula-Gautier School District nurse Britney Brooks and a host of first responders were given a proclamation by the Pascagoula mayor and City Council for saving the life of a third-grader. Read the full story here.
– WLOXThis Philly Nonprofit Founder Wants To Prevent Sudden Cardiac Arrest in Kids
September 1, 2020Over the next few weeks, we’ll be chatting with our semifinalists in the 2020 Be Well Philly Health Hero Challenge brought to you by Independence Blue Cross to give you a glimpse of the people who are helping Philadelphians live healthier lives. Vote to help decide which of these 10 semi-finalists become one of three [Read More...]
– Philly MagazineMyokardia CEO talk about its new trial data to treat heart disease
Myokardia develops therapies and treatments for inherited heart conditions, particularly hypertrophic cardiomyopathy or HCM, which affects 650,000 people in the U.S. Myokardia CEO Tassos Gianakakos joins ‘Closing Bell’ to discuss its treatments. Read the full story here.
– CNBCCoordinated medical effort saves local tennis player’s life
August 31, 2020When Kurt Zeiger collapsed on a tennis court at the Peachtree City Tennis Center in May, separate teams sprang into action culminating in a coordinated effort that saved the 67-year old’s life. Read the full story here.
– The Citizen911 dispatcher helps to save life of island camper
August 29, 2020An overnight camping trip nearly turned to tragedy for a group of friends visiting Smith Mountain Lake last month. When one of the friends stopped breathing, the guidance of a 911 operator helped to keep him alive and bring him to safety. Read the full story here.
– Smith Mountain LakeTeamwork by pickleball teammates saves cardiac arrest victim
WHITEHALL TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WOOD) — You just never know what life has in store for you. Read the full story here.
– Wood TVFreshman with no pulse revived after collapsing at Dunlap cross country event
August 28, 2020DUNLAP — After collapsing with no pulse during a cross-country event, a Dunlap High School freshman was revived by three quick-moving observers, according to police and school officials. Read the full story here.
– Journal StarGood Samaritans perform CPR after man collapses in Eureka
A Eureka-area business owner and a 2016 Eureka High graduate used their knowledge of CPR to help save a man’s life, the Eureka Fire Protection District reported. Read the full story here.
– Leader PublicationsAshley Ridge High School student dies hours after football practice
August 27, 2020SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (WCSC) – The Dorchester County Coroner’s Office has identified a 16-year-old who died after attending football practice. Read the full story here.
– Live 5 NewsHeroes Reunited At Tee Jaye’s
When 75 year old Sue Demp went into cardiac arrest she stopped breathing. Waitress Misty Palmer stepped in to save her life. Read the full story here.
– WHIZYoung kids recovering after drowning scare at Cape Coral home
August 26, 2020Two children are recovering Friday after almost drowning at a home pool in Cape Coral Thursday night. The family was visiting from out of state and just got to the house just hours before the drowning scare. A neighbor tried to perform CPR on one of the young boys while waiting for first responders to [Read More...]
– Wink NewsAED, Cool Heads Save Life at Athletic Club
August 25, 2020The Chagrin Valley Athletic Club, founded in 1968 and located in Bainbridge Township, has 100,000 square feet of facilities that cover 30 acres and host hundreds events for about 3,500 members. Read the full story here.
– Geauga Maple LeafIowa girls hailed as heroes for helping save toddler’s life
CENTERVILLE, Iowa — Two Iowa girls are being hailed as heroes after they helped save the life of a toddler, authorities said. Read the full story here.
– KIRO 7Biker riding through Ontario beats the odds after sudden cardiac arrest thanks to friends, first responders
August 22, 2020ONTARIO, Wis. (WKBT)– It started like any other bike ride through the Driftless Region. But it quickly took a wrong turn when a biker suddenly collapsed near Ontario. But together with his friends and first responders, he’s on the road to recovery. Read the full story here.
– News8000.comRichfield fire chief recalls recent heart attack, shares lessons
The Richfield fire chief is making a remarkable recovery after a heart attack earlier this month. Within days, he was up and walking around. Now, Chief Wayne Kewitsch is sharing his story with the hopes it will help someone else. Read the full story here.
– 5 ABC Eyewitness NewsGeorgia State quarterback out for season with COVID-related heart ailment
August 21, 2020Georgia State is among the colleges still planning to play a football season despite the COVID-19 pandemic, but one player won’t be a part of it. Read the full story here.
– Pro Football TalkFather, Daughter Who Work for GEMS Share Story of Cardiac Arrest Call: “The Stars Aligned”
It was never supposed to be a family affair. Kristina Hughes, 33, who has worked for Greenwich Emergency Medical Service “GEMS” two years – one year part time and one year full time – had anticipated a career in business. Read the full story here.
– Greenwich Free PressBystanders break window of slow-moving car, initiate CPR to help save unresponsive driver
August 20, 2020ST. GEORGE — Quick-thinking bystanders and a police officer helped save the life of an unresponsive driver in traffic, witnesses said. Read the full story here.
– St. George NewsJaguars’ Rodney Gunter to ‘Walk Away’ from Football Because of Heart Condition
On Sunday, Jacksonville Jaguars defensive tackle Rodney Gunter announced he is retiring from the NFL because of a heart condition: Read the full story here.
– Bleacher ReportOff-Duty Police Officer Rescues Man In Cardiac Arrest In Suffolk County
August 19, 2020Off-duty Suffolk County Police Marine Bureau officer Michael Mason was walking through Port Jefferson Village with his wife around 3:45 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 15 when he observed a 62-year-old man collapse and become unconscious at 200 East Broadway in Port Jefferson. Read the full story here.
– Suffolk Daily VoiceLifesaving Moment in DC Demonstrates Why Not to Avoid CPR During Pandemic: Doctor
A D.C. man’s brush with death is proving to be a teachable moment during the pandemic. Read the full story here.
– NBC WashingtonCitizen responders before EMS increase CPR, defibrillation rates for cardiac arrest
August 18, 2020Citizen responders who were dispatched through a smartphone app and arrived before emergency medical services increased the odds of the patient receiving bystander CPR and bystander defibrillation, researchers found. Read the full story here.
– HealioCovid-19 Can Cause Heart Damage—Even If You Are Asymptomatic
A lot has been written about “long haulers”—patients who have tested positive for SARS-Cov-2, the virus that causes Covid-19, who continue to experience ongoing symptoms such as fatigue, muscle aches, palpitations and difficulty breathing for months after their initial diagnosis. Read the full story here.
– ForbesRisk of heart damage from COVID-19 weighed in on Big Ten’s decision to cancel fall sports
August 17, 2020Two weeks ago, the mother of an Indiana University football player posted a message on Facebook that grabbed the attention of administrators throughout the Big Ten. Read the full story here.
– BuckeyextraFamily visits Baton Rouge EMS to thank crew who saved woman after her heart stopped
Robyn Shields was playing hide-and-seek with her grandchildren at their Baton Rouge apartment when she started to feel light-headed. A few minutes after sitting down, she later fell unconscious as her heart and breathing stopped. Read the full story here.
– The AdvocateChain of Survival saves local man
August 16, 2020On June 22, Shelbyville resident James Ward was at dinner with family and friends at Legends Restaurant. Around 7:30 p.m., Mr. Ward suddenly collapsed to the floor. His son, Matt Ward, called 911 while Missy Hood asked other diners for help and if anyone had any medical training. Luckily, for Mr. Ward and his family, [Read More...]
– Times-GazetteTroopers save baby in Clifton Park
August 15, 2020Two troopers helped save an infant who stopped breathing at a home in Clifton Park, State Police said. Read the full story here.
– Times UnionGuyer senior collapses, dies after cross-country workout
A senior at Guyer High School collapsed while running Thursday morning and was later pronounced deceased, according to the Denton Police Department and Denton ISD. Read the full story here.
– The Cross Timbers GazetteWill myocarditis, heart condition linked to COVID-19, affect NFL? Ravens doctor says ‘it’s a concern’
August 14, 2020Myocarditis, a rare heart condition linked to the coronavirus, should concern the NFL as it aims to begin a season during the pandemic, according to the Baltimore Ravens’ head physician. Read the full story here.
– Penn LiveWhat’s the Difference Between Sudden Cardiac Arrest and a Heart Attack?
Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) isn’t the same as a heart attack, though people often use the terms interchangeably. While both are life-threatening heart conditions, understanding the differences could be lifesaving. Cardiologist Nicholas Ruthmann, MD, clears up the confusion in this Q&A. Read the full story here.
– Cleveland Clinic‘Losing my brother and mum has not been easy’
August 13, 2020A MOTHER-OF-TWO with an inherited heart condition has vowed to raise awareness of the disease in memory of her mother and brother, who have both died from the illness. Read the full story here.
– Eastern Eye.bizAMSSM Past President Dr. Jonathan Drezner Discusses Heart-Condition Related to COVID-19
AMSSM Past President Dr. Jonathan Drezner talks about concerns over a rare heart condition called myocarditis, which may be linked to COVID-19. Watch the full video here.
– CNNCentral grad saves man’s life
August 12, 2020TRAVERSE CITY — Meghan Brown saw a man in a Rochester Kroger parking lot walking oddly. Read the full story here.
– Record-EagleBrownsburg HS student remembered for ‘kind heart’
BROWNSBURG, Ind. (WISH) — Brownsburg High School says a cross country runner died after a medical emergency on a practice course. Read the full story here.
– WISHTV.comHeart condition linked with COVID-19 fuels Power 5 concern about season’s viability
August 11, 2020A rare heart condition that could be linked with the coronavirus is fueling concern among Power 5 conference administrators about the viability of college sports this fall. Read the full story here.
– ESPNHigh-Performance CPR saves Richmond teen’s life
RICHMOND, Vt. (WCAX) – Richmond, Vermont, is a heart safe community. They were selected to be back in 2014, and now, they’ve also been selected to pilot test new technology called High-Performance CPR. Read the full story here.
– WCAX 3Rockwall firefighters receive Outstanding Unit Citations for lifesaving efforts
August 10, 2020ROCKWALL, TX (August 7, 2020) Rockwall Fire Department recently recognized members of Station 2, A-Shift, Driver Engineer Jacob Farrell, and Firefighter Michael Sauder with an Outstanding Unit Citation. Read the full story here.
– Blue Ribbon NewsFormer Florida State center Michael Ojo passes away
Former Florida State basketball player Michael Ojo has passed away at the age of 27. Read the full story here.
– Tomahawk NationMan honored for saving driver’s life with emergency CPR in Ann Arbor
August 7, 2020ANN ARBOR, MI – Gardner Yost was commuting home on his bike in Ann Arbor Oct. 16, 2019 when he encountered a slow-moving car on Washington Street. Read the full story here.
– Michigan LiveWis. EMTs save firefighter who suffered heart attack at fire scene
NEWBURG, Wis. — Wisconsin EMTs saved “one of their own” after a firefighter suffered a near-fatal heart attack while battling a fire, officials said. Read the full story here.
– EMS1.comCostco employees save woman with defibrillator
August 6, 2020Sequim Costco employees rushed to help save a woman’s life on Saturday morning. Read the full story here.
– Sequim GazzetteHusband Survives Sudden Cardiac Arrest Thanks To Wife’s CPR
August 5, 2020THORNTON, Colo. (CBS4) – While the world is counting coronavirus cases, a family in Thornton is counting their blessings. The Smiths have a healthy baby boy, Sawyer Ray Smith, born April 30. Read the full story here.
– 4 CBS DenverSheriff’s deputy saves man’s life
LEWIS COUNTY, W.Va (WDTV) – Going beyond the call of duty, the Harrison county sheriff and Harrison county commission honors Lewis County Sheriff’s Deputy Charles Kirkpatrick for saving a man’s life. Read the full story here.
– 5 WDTVOut-of-hospital cardiac arrest: doctors have a new tool to assess brain damage risk
August 4, 2020Brain injury can be a major consequence for cardiac arrest patients. Doctors at King’s College Hospital in London have developed a new tool to help medical personnel evaluate symptoms and better anticipate risk. Read the full story here.
– Yahoo! News‘The best of the best’: Flags lowered Monday for late Spokane firefighter
SPOKANE COUNTY, Wash. — The community is remembering the life of a Spokane Fire Department firefighter who died just weeks after retiring. Flags will be lowered on Monday to honor Ed Foster and his almost 30 years of service. Read the full story here.
– KREM2Coach talks about helping to save Boyertown teen who went into cardiac arrest at lacrosse practice
August 3, 2020He never before had administered cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Read the full story here.
– Reading EagleBoston Red Sox pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez done for season due to heart issue
August 2, 2020Boston Red Sox pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez will miss the rest of the season as he recovers from a heart issue, the team announced Saturday. Read the full story here.
– ESPNCitizen CPR Foundation Launches Free HEARTSafe Community Coaching Webinars
August 1, 2020OVERLAND PARK, Kan., July 31, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — The Citizen CPR Foundation has launched free, monthly coaching webinars to help civic leaders and emergency response planners build a coordinated preparation and response system to help save lives from sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) emergencies. Read the full story here.
– PR NewswireThree-quarters of adults with COVID-19 have heart damage after recovery
Seventy-eight percent of people diagnosed with COVID-19 showed evidence of heart damage caused by the disease weeks after they have recovered, according to a study published Monday by JAMA Cardiology. Read the full story here.
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation‘Make our communities better:’ Milwaukee woman launches program to get more people CPR certified
MILWAUKEE – A Milwaukee woman is launching a new program to get more people CPR certified. It started by asking a simple question: How can I help? Read the full story here.
– Fox 6Three Gwinnett County Inmates Save Deputy’s Life
July 30, 2020LAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. (CW69 News at 10/CNN) — Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office praises three Georgia inmates for saving a deputy’s life. Read the full story here.
– CBS AtlantaWitness helps save man’s life after vehicle goes off road and into farm field in Michigan’s Thumb
July 29, 2020CARO, MI – An 82-year-old Cass City man is recovering in the hospital after a passing motorist jumped to his aid after a medical emergency in Tuscola County. Read the full story here.
– Michigan LiveFamily thanking Saginaw Township officers for saving 12-year-old daughter’s life
July 28, 2020A local mother is thanking police officers after they stepped in and helped save her daughter’s life. Read the full story here.
– WNEM.comSaved by strangers: Neighbors help father of 6 after heart attack in East Lyme
On July 9, a tragic and heroic series of events tied four people in a quiet East Lyme neighborhood together irrevocably. Read the full story here.
– The DaySports cardiologist explains why athletes with COVID-19 symptoms need cardiac testing before playing games
July 27, 2020Major League Baseball is planning to return next month. The MLB Players Association (MLBPA) informed and the league finalized the league’s coronavirus(COVID-19) health and safety protocols last week, setting up a “spring” training that starts July 1 and a regular season that begins July 23. Read the full story here.
– CBS SportsRed Sox’s Rodriguez Awaits Test on COVID Related Heart Issue
Red Sox pitcher Eduardo Rodriguez said he is awaiting results of additional testing after doctors recently discovered an issue with his heart they believe is a result of his recent bout with COVID-19. Read the full story here.
– NBC ConnecticutJay Simpson | When the ball stops bouncing
July 25, 2020For some people, life seems to never go the way they envisioned as a kid. Read the full story here.
– News-GazetteF-M Ambulance honors two heroes for life-saving CPR
FARGO, N.D. — May 30th started as just a normal day for Jason Pierson that included a stop by Cash Wise. Read the full story here.
– KVRR Local NewsBaseline heart screening education for parents, student athletes now the law in Pa.
July 24, 2020Seven years after 19-year-old and Mechanicsburg area native Peyton Walker tragically lost her life due to a sudden cardiac arrest, a new law enacted on Thursday gives Pennsylvania student-athletes and their families more information about the number one killer of student athletes in this country. Read the full story here.
– Penn LiveBuffalo paramedic receives national award for life-saving action
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — Adam Martin, a local AMR paramedic has been awarded for his life-saving action. Read the full story here.
– WKBW BuffaloCoroner releases cause of death for former Timberline student at quarry pond Saturday
July 23, 2020Max Aunese, a former Timberline High School student and athlete who died on Saturday, passed away as a result of a freshwater drowning, according to the Thurston County Coroner. Read the full story here.
– The Olympian‘In a Heartbeat’: Basketball coach who survived a heart attack as a teen starts foundation to save lives
July 22, 2020WALLINGFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — A Connecticut basketball coach who survived a heart attack as a teen has started a foundation to save lives. Read the full story here.
– WTNHCardiac arrest survivor thanks those who stopped to save his life on busy Wilmington road
WILMINGTON, N.C. (WECT) – Larry Modlin was driving on S. College Road near UNCW this spring when his heart stopped. Read the full story here.
– WECT News 6Community rallies to support Boyertown teen who went into cardiac arrest at lacrosse practice
July 21, 2020Prayers and well-wishes continue to pour in for a Boyertown High School student who suffered a severe cardiac episode last week during a lacrosse practice with his club team. Read the full story here.
– Reading EagleQuick diagnosis proves life-saving for Moultrie youngster
MOULTRIE – Last September, the Smith family of Moultrie was enjoying a Sunday outing at Wild Adventures Theme Park in Valdosta. Their family fun quickly ended when son, Rylan, 9, had a seizure and collapsed while at the bungee jumping attraction. Read the full story here.
– Albany HeraldNBA Cardiac screening crucial for NBA players who tested positive for COVID-19
July 20, 2020The hardest working muscle in an NBA player’s body will get extra attention if there is a COVID-19 positive test. Read the full story here.
– USA TodayTHE STYLE SERIES: How an entrepreneur inspired by the sudden death of her husband used $75,000 to launch a sustainable fashion brand and was recognized by the Obama administration
After the sudden death of her husband in 2009, Suzanne McKenzie decided to launch the Ucal Breakaway Foundation in his honor. She began working in her local Boston community and took on creative projects that eventually included the launch of her offshoot brand, Able Made, in 2012. Read the full story here.
– Business InsiderGeorgia Deputy uses CPR to save 4 people in separate incidents, but in eerily similar situations
July 18, 2020COWETA COUNTY, Ga. — Some people know him as Deputy Stacy Beckom, but four families in Coweta County, know him as a hero. Read the full story here.
– 10 NewsNarrative from a Survivor’s Daughter
I remember the night my mother died. On March 10, 2020, my mother was as organized, and detail-oriented as ever. She laid out her work clothes and put her work materials by the door. Our entire household week was entered into a calendar. Believe me when I say my mother was her usual self–too much [Read More...]
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationPerforming Bystander CPR Saves Man’s Life
July 17, 2020October 16, 2019 seemed like a normal day for Wafi Thabateh when he decided to pick up dinner for his family from a restaurant in downtown Ann Arbor. Read the full story here.
– Michigan HealthHow to use CPR to save a life
Hornell, N.Y. (WETM) – Life is unpredictable. Read the full story here.
– WGNO ABCMedical miracle: 13-yr-old who suffered heart attack saved by MDA
July 16, 2020A 13-year-old boy experienced a medical miracle when he was saved by Magen David Adom (MDA) from dying after suffering a heart attack while playing soccer. Read the full story here.
– The Jerusalem PostPA Lawmakers pass “Peyton’s Law” to Combat Sudden Cardiac Arrest in Youth
Pennsylvania lawmakers unanimously passed Peyton’s Law which now only needs the Governor’s signature. Peyton’s Law is named after 19 year old Peyton Walker who died of Sudden Cardiac Arrest in 2013. Sudden Cardiac Arrest is the leading cause of death of student athletes. Read the full story here.
– PennWATCHBrevard father-daughter duo raising heart health awareness amid COVID-19 pandemic
July 15, 2020VIERA, Fla. – A father and daughter duo working to save the lives of student-athletes have reached another milestone for heart health. Read the full story here.
– Click OrlandoPrincipal gets third chance at life after two heart attacks, saved by family
July 14, 2020Marty Martynuska’s wife, Nancy Loskoch, had to perform chest compressions to Martynuska during his first heart attack in 2018, then again during his second just a few months ago. Read the full story here.
– 16 ABC WAPTStayin’ Alive: How Disco Saved Daddy
After he and Mom divorced, Dad went out some weekends with a group from church. The group, made up entirely of divorced people, was called “Singles Again,” an unfortunate name for a collection of people whose failed marriages had already caused them enough trauma. The church might as well have gone all-out “Scarlet Letter” and [Read More...]
– NY TimesFor NBA players who get coronavirus, potential lingering heart issues concern doctors
July 12, 2020As NBA teams get situated in the Orlando, Florida, bubble, one question that has persisted since the start of the coronavirus pandemic is not only what happens if a player tests positive for the virus but also what lingering effects might follow. Read the full story here.
– ESPNDoctor Fights for Bystander CPR Bill
July 11, 2020Read the full story here.
– NBC BostonCleveland Clinic researchers find rise in broken heart syndrome during COVID-19 pandemic
Cleveland Clinic researchers have found a significant increase in patients experiencing stress cardiomyopathy, also known as broken heart syndrome, during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read the full story here.
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationDo not forget importance of having automated external defibrillators in schools
July 10, 2020It is always great to read a story about bystanders saving a life by performing CPR on a victim of a sudden cardiac arrest (”Duo helps save heart attack victim,” July 3). Congratulations to George Ponticello, the survivor, and to the Severna Park seniors, Jimmy Patz and Jack Peterson, who performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation until the [Read More...]
– The Baltimore SunDoctor rescues hiker twice after career-making coincidence
When Dr. Corey Adams performed CPR at the side of a Bow Valley trailhead, he had no way of knowing in the coming days he would meet Darrell Parker again, and save his life for a second time as a patient. Read the full story here.
– Yahoo! NewsHospital employee’s rapid response helps save life
July 9, 2020A Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital nurse practitioner helped save the life of a man who suffered a near-fatal heart attack while playing volleyball earlier this year at the Fort Bend YMCA in Missouri City. Read the full story here.
– Fort Bend StarCPR saves life of 24-year-old golfer at Zoar
ZOAR Golfers, a nurse and Bolivar Fire Department paramedics worked in succession to save the life of a 24-year-old Barnhill man who suffered cardiac arrest Sunday at Zoar Golf Club. Read the full story here.
– Times ReporterTwo-year-old battling multiple heart conditions keeps fighting
July 8, 2020Most toddlers wish for bikes and dolls for their birthday gifts, but one two-year-old is wishing for a new heart. Read the full story here.
– WTVY.comDrone Delivery Canada Successfully Completes Phase Two of its “AED On The Fly” Project
TORONTO , July 6, 2020 /CNW/ – Drone Delivery Canada Corp. (FLT.V) (TAKOF) (Frankfurt:A2AMGZ or ABB.F) (the “Company” or “DDC”) is pleased to announce that on June 26 th, 2020 it successfully completed Phase Two of its AED (Automated External Defibrillator) On The Fly project with Peel Region Paramedics and Sunnybrook Centre for Prehospital Medicine. Read the full [Read More...]
– Yahoo! FinanceWiggles Greg’s brush with death: How I survived
July 7, 2020The Wiggles’ founding member Greg Page has revealed new details about how he survived a heart attack during a bushfire reunion concert in January. Read the full story here.
– NewIdea.comNew Florida Laws Going Into Effect Wednesday, July 1st
Although the coronavirus pandemic only began in late March, it’s hard to dissociate the virus from 2020 as a whole. Read the full story here.
– NBC 6 South FloridaRichfield Fire Chief expected to recover after suffering cardiac arrest
July 6, 2020RICHFIELD, Minn. (FOX 9) – The Richfield Fire Chief is recovering after suffering cardiac arrest at his home Wednesday morning, according to Assistant Fire Chief Mike Dobesh. Read the full story here.
– Fox 9Fairfield first responders reunite with baby they saved in April
In April, an 8-week-old baby was unresponsive and not breathing when Fairfield Police, Fairfield Fire and Medic Ambulance crews provided lifesaving aid. Read the full story here.
– The ReporterENTERTAINMENT INDIASaroj Khan Passes Away: TV Celebs Pour in their Heartfelt Condolences!
July 5, 2020Veteran choreographer Saroj Khan passed away due to a cardiac arrest earlier today. She was 71. Several celebrities from the Television industry have come forward to offer their condolences over the death of Ace Choreographer and Master-ji, Saroj Khan. Read the full story here.
– News LagoonThe beat goes on: Springville man’s family saves his life
July 3, 2020SPRINGVILLE — This year has been one for the history books. A deadly pandemic, a worldwide protest movement and that pesky murder hornet that buzzed into the U.S. earlier this year. But for one Springville family, the big story of 2020 is one of survival and heroic action. Read the full story here.
– Trussville TribuneHall County firefighter says on-the-job cardiac arrest, 6-day coma came ‘out of the blue’
When Jonathan Barton went to work Feb. 11, he was looking forward to finishing his last day of modified duty as a Hall County firefighter. He had recently undergone knee surgery and was ready to get back to his full workload. Read the full story here.
– Atlanta. News. Now.Severna Park student-athletes help save heart attack victim on school tennis courts
July 2, 2020Jack Peterson and Jimmy Patz are happy they picked June 24 to work on their football skills. Read the full story here.
– Capital GazetteKyojin coach saves man’s life in Tokyo subway station
July 1, 2020A pitching coach for the Yomiuri Giants helped save the life of an injured man inside a subway station in Tokyo on Sunday, the team said Tuesday. Read the full story here.
– The Japan Times‘A bond that will never be broken’
AUBURN, Ala. – Like he had done countless times before, Les Williams grabbed the tarp and began to cover the infield on a rainy spring morning at Plainsman Park. Read the full story here.
– AuburnTigers.comSports cardiologist explains why athletes with COVID-19 symptoms need cardiac testing before playing games
June 30, 2020Major League Baseball is planning to return next month. The MLB Players Association (MLBPA) informed and the league finalized the league’s coronavirus (COVID-19) health and safety protocols last week, setting up a “spring” training that starts July 1 and a regular season that begins July 23. Read the full story here.
– CBS SportsMahaska Health Emergency Services Nurse Harmony Edge Honored with Heartsaver Hero Award
In recognition of her role in saving the life of local Pastor, Darren Melton, Harmony Edge, Mahaska Health Emergency Services Registered Nurse, has been presented with the American Heart Association’s (AHA) Heartsaver Hero Award. The award is earned by individuals who have performed the heroic act of using CPR to save a life in their [Read More...]
– Oskaloosa NewsHigh school teams adjust to new heat stress safety law
June 28, 2020Cool the body first, then transport an athlete suffering from heat stroke to a nearby hospital. Read the full story here.
– Orlando SentinelCOVID-19 pandemic dramatically increased out-of-hospital cardiac arrest cases and deaths in New York City
BRONX, N.Y.– The COVID-19 pandemic in New York Citycaused a surge in out-of-hospital cardiac arrests and deaths, according to a study co-authored by researchers at Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Montefiore Health System, and the Fire Department of the City of New York (FDNY). Read the full story here.
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationThe Tragic Death of Former Trail Blazers Center Kevin Duckworth
June 26, 2020Kevin Duckworth was a draft-day steal. He was selected by the San Antonio Spurs back in the 1986 NBA draft but spent most of his NBA career playing for the Portland Trail Blazers. Read the full story here.
– SportscastingBystanders save life by administering CPR and using a Automated External Defibrillator
June 25, 2020GRANTS PASS, Ore. — The Grants Pass Department of Public Safety is praising the actions of a group of bystanders it says did everything they could to save the life of an individual who had stopped breathing outside of the WinCo in Grants Pass. Read the full story here.
– News 10North High School wrestler Wyatt Burch remembered as a ‘gentle giant’
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (KGET) — A local high school athlete who died unexpectedly last weekend is being remembered as a “gentle giant.” Read the full story here.
– KGET.comMan saves woman’s life at Kroger while shopping for milk for his twins
June 24, 2020LEAGUE CITY – A quick visit to Kroger converted into a life-saving situation for a League City man Thursday. Justin Thomas said that he was at the store off East League City Parkway to buy milk for his twins. Read the full story here.
– The Union Journal‘Heroes, right?’
Nobody wants to know about what I do. People might pay us lip service and say we’re heroes, but our stories aren’t the kind anyone actually wants to hear about. Kids in this country grow up with toy firetrucks, or maybe playing cops and robbers, but who dreams of becoming a paramedic? That’s ambulances. That’s [Read More...]
– Washington PostOff-duty firefighter helps save woman’s life at Bay City State Park
June 23, 2020BANGOR TWP, MI – An off-duty Indiana firefighter helped save a woman’s life Sunday afternoon at Bay City State Park. Read the full story here.
– Michigan LiveScientists confirm usually harmless virus attacks the heart’s electrical system
Virginia Tech researchers studying how a usually benign virus attacks the human heart with sometimes fatal consequences determined that the virus disrupts the heart’s electrical system—and with dual impacts not previously recognized. Read the full story here.
– Medical XPressBystander CPR key to surviving cardiac arrest
June 20, 2020IMAGINE THAT YOU are with a family member or friend and they suddenly gasp, grab their chest, and collapse. You try to arouse them but they will not respond. You notice they are gasping. You grab your cell phone and dial 911. In many communities, you get the Massachusetts State Police and they ask you [Read More...]
– Commonwealth MagazineDad and Daughter Who Saves His Life Meet Medics and Dispatcher from Call
Murfreesboro, TN– This Fathers’ Day weekend will be extra special for Anna Grace Arnold and her father, Clark Arnold. Without Anna Grace’s quick thinking and intervention, Clark might not have been alive to celebrate on Sunday. Read the full story here.
– WGNS News RadioLife saving lessons from a saved life
June 19, 2020Billy Cohen is a strapping 20-year-old on a pre-med track at Washington University in St. Louis. Read the full story here.
– The StarJunior firefighter in Abington saves neighbor’s life after heart attack
ABINGTON, Pennsylvania (WPVI) — When a fire truck comes screaming past your house, it’s rarely a good sign, but for 17-year-old junior firefighter Justin Ehly, a parade of trucks in front of his home is a dream come true. Read the full story here.
– 6 ABC Action NewsNKY high-school soccer player dies after collapsing during practice
June 18, 2020ERLANGER, Ky. (FOX19) – A St. Henry District High School soccer player has died after the school said he collapsed during practice. Read the full story here.
– Fox 19 NowTwists and Turns: La Crosse woman reflects helping save husband’s life
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WKBT) – We all go through surprises in life, some good and some not so good. Read the full story here.
– News 8000Off-duty firefighter helps save 4-year-old boy pulled from pool
June 17, 2020SHIRLEY, Mass. — An off-duty firefighter helped save the life of a 4-year-old boy who was found face down in a pool on Monday evening. Read the full story here.
– Boston 25 NewsShannon football player dies after collapsing at practice
SHANNON • A Shannon High School football player died after collapsing at a practice on Tuesday morning. Read the full story here.
– Daily Journal‘The call that shattered my life,’ popular Nigerian pastor mourns wife Ibidunni Ituah-Ighodalo who has died at 39
June 16, 2020A former beauty queen and wife of a popular Nigerian preacher has died prompting shock and sadness in the country. Read the full story here.
– CNNRegister now for the Cleveland Browns Parents Clinic
Registration is now open for the Cleveland Browns Parents Clinic, a virtual, interactive and educational forum designed to educate parents about football fundamentals while offering a player safety clinic. Participants will learn about CDC-approved concussion recognition and response protocols, proper equipment fitting, blocking and defeating blocks, shoulder tackling, heat emergency preparedness, hydration and sudden cardiac arrest. [Read More...]
– Cleveland Browns‘Everyday heroes’ saved this Idaho man’s life. Twice. ‘They just jumped right in’
June 15, 2020The last thing Karl Bennion remembers — before his memory went dark — is riding his bike past The Club at SpurWing golf course, winding through neighborhoods on a new route. Read the full story here.
– Idaho StatesmanHillsborough Schools Announce New Safety Measures One Year After Death Of Hezekiah Walters
On the first anniversary of the death of Hezekiah Walters, Hillsborough County Public Schools announced new training protocols and safety procedures aimed at preventing heat-related illnesses. Read the full story here.
– WUSF Public Media18-year-old Marine collapses, dies during physical training at Camp Lejeune
June 12, 2020WASHINGTON — An 18-year-old Marine died two weeks ago during physical training at Camp Lejeune, N.C., marking the third member of the service to die this year while exercising, according to a new Navy report. Read the full story here.
– Stars and StripesSee someone collapse near you? It’s still safe to perform CPR during the pandemic, study says
June 11, 2020Imagine taking a walk in your neighborhood, carefully staying 6 feet apart from others to ensure social distancing. Read the full story here.
– CNNMt. Si High School senior Dillon Garnes dies
A Mt. Si High School senior died in his sleep on Sunday, June 7. Read the full story here.
– Snoqualmie Valley RecordBonnie Pointer, founding member of The Pointer Sisters, dead at 69
June 10, 2020(CNN) – Bonnie Pointer, one of the founding members of the group The Pointer Sisters, died Monday, according to her sister, Anita Pointer. Read the full story here.
– CNNMake sure you know how to perform Hands-Only CPR
June 9, 2020OMAHA – About 70 percent of cardiac arrests in the U.S. occur in homes and with people staying home more due to the coronavirus pandemic that percentage is going up. Read the full story here.
– WJAG News TalkFort Mojave Mesa FD strives to boost survivability for cardiac arrest patients
FORT MOHAVE — Fire departments all across the country are as different as the districts and demographics they serve. While every single one is dedicated to saving lives, each one goes about it in its own way based on the needs of its community. Read the full story here.
– Mohave Valley Daily NewsKannada actor Chiranjeevi Sarja dies of cardiac arrest at 39
June 8, 2020Bengaluru: Popular Kannada film actor Chiranjeevi Sarja died at a private hospital in Bengaluru on Sunday (June 7) after suffering a cardiac arrest. He was 39. Read the full story here.
– Zee NewsAuburn University athletic field crew saves life of unresponsive grounds keeper
June 6, 2020AUBURN, Ala. (WTVM) – An Auburn University grounds keeper is alive today thanks to the quick thinking and response by a group of his co-workers. Read the full story here.
– WTVMFred Willard, comedian and star of Modern Family, Best in Show dies at 86
June 5, 2020Fred Willard, the prolific actor and comedian known for his appearances on Modern Family and Everybody Loves Raymond, and in Christopher Guest‘s many mockumentaries, died May 15 at age 86. His cause of death was cardiac arrest, according to a death certificate obtained by TMZ on June 3. Read the full story here.
– Entertainment WeeklyUtica mayor commends off-duty firefighter who administered CPR
Utica Mayor Robert Palmieri commended the Utica Fire Department after an off-duty firefighter saved a man who had gone into cardiac arrest, according to an announcement from the mayor’s office. Read the full story here.
– Observer-DispatchCedar Grove Police Use CPR to Save Resident
June 3, 2020CEDAR GROVE, NJ – Cedar Grove police used CPR and an AED (automated external defibrillator) on Friday to resuscitate a resident who was unresponsive. Read the full story here.
– TapInto.netMother donates AEDs after loss of daughter
GRAND BLANC, Mich. – Tina Eisenbeis is raising awareness about CPR and AEDs (automatic external defibrillators). Read the full story here.
– NBC 25 NewsNavy Football Player Died of Cardiac Arrest, State Medical Examiner Office Says
June 1, 2020Former Navy football player David Forney died of cardiac arrest and natural causes, the state’s medical examiner has concluded. Read the full story here.
– Military.comOak Mountain staff, friends come to Hawes’ rescue
May 31, 2020After quadruple bypass surgery several days ago, Lenny Hawes is fortunate to be alive. Read the full story here.
– Yellow Hammer News#BlueFriday: State Troopers give man CPR, save his life
May 30, 2020Quick thinking, training and courage came together with two New Jersey State Troopers who effectively brought a man back to life. Read the full story here.
– New Jersey 101.5Notification on Pulsepoint app helps Lincoln man save a woman’s life
LINCOLN, Neb. (KOLN) – Two minutes of CPR can be the difference between life and death for someone in cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– 1011 NowKnowing Hands-Only CPR Can Save A Life
May 29, 2020As most Americans continue to spend more of their time at home during the COVID-19 pandemic, the odds of cardiac arrests in a home setting are likely to increase, according to the American Heart Association, the leading voluntary health organization devoted to a world of longer, healthier lives. Read the full story here.
– WBIW.comParamedics revive truck driver using AED after collision with high-voltage power line
KALAMAZOO, MI – A truck driver who was found with no pulse after he struck a high-voltage power line Wednesday was revived by authorities using an automated external defibrillator (AED). Read the full story here.
– Michigan LiveFirefighter in stable condition after going into cardiac arrest while battling NH house fire
May 28, 2020MANCHESTER, N.H. (WHDH) – A firefighter who went into cardiac arrest while battling a house fire in Manchester, New Hampshire on Monday morning is in stable condition at a local hospital. Read the full story here.
– News 7 BostonFormer Roma player Bouasse died of cardiac arrest
May 27, 2020Former Roma youngster Joseph Bouasse Perfection died at the age of 21 last night after suffering a heart attack. Read the full story here.
– Football ItaliaSavannah woman survives 83 minute cardiac arrest, thanks team that saved her life
Savannah woman survives 83 minute cardiac arrest, thanks team that saved her life. Read the full story here.
– WSAV.comThe Woodlands High School freshman Julieta Valdes talks road to recovery after major health scare
May 24, 2020HOUSTON – It’s been a long three weeks for Julieta Valdes. Read the full story here.
– Click 2 Houston‘Everybody played a part’: Lake Oswego resident saved with CPR intervention
Judy and Doug Cushing were out for a walk April 4. But this time, something wasn’t right. As the Lake Oswego couple weaved through the West Lake Neighborhood, past cul-de-sacs where hardly any people were present, they reached West Lake Drive when Doug stumbled like he had tripped over something on the path. He fell [Read More...]
– Lake Oswego ReviewWhat to know about bystander CPR and coronavirus risk
May 23, 2020The COVID-19 pandemic hasn’t changed the fact that bystanders play a crucial role in improving survival rates for cardiac arrest. But providing potentially lifesaving CPR requires extra considerations amid the coronavirus crisis, according to temporary guidance from the American Heart Association. Read the full story here.
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationEMS Week Safety Focus: Cardiac Arrest Response
According to the University of Arizona’s Sarver Heart Center, every year more than 160,000 people die of sudden cardiac arrest. Cardiac arrest is a condition where the heart suddenly stops pumping blood. In many cases, the heart goes from a regular heartbeat to random twitching (called ventricular fibrillation). When something like this happens blood stops [Read More...]
– The City of YumaSmart Speakers Could Detect Cardiac Arrest
May 22, 2020(Inside Science) — A cardiac arrest can happen suddenly, and patients can become unresponsive and either stop breathing or gasp for air, making a sound known as agonal breathing. Researchers at the University of Washington have developed a way for a smart speaker, like the Google Home or Amazon’s Alexa, or even your smartphone, to [Read More...]
– Inside ScienceInspiring youth to make a difference
When Kevin McGraw’s 30-plus year career in emergency services was leading him toward retirement, he was bothered by a couple of things. Who among the youth of today, he wondered, would step in for the many people like him preparing to hand over the emergency vehicle keys? And shouldn’t AEDS be more widely available, along [Read More...]
– EMS1.comPensacola fire chief acts fast to save man suffering heart attack at tennis court
May 21, 2020Pensacola Fire Chief Ginny Cranor was off-duty and playing tennis Sunday when she saw a man at a nearby court fall and suffer a heart attack. Read the full story here.
– Pensacola News JournalThe pursuit of dreams doesn’t stop a young man after heart surgery ROAD TO THE OLYMPICS
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) — The Olympic games are now more than a year away, but for many athletes, the pursuit of a dream won’t stop there. Read the full story here.
– KTSM.comDrones join emergency care front line in Sweden with defibrillator drops
May 20, 2020SOS Alarm, the company that operates Sweden’s 112 emergency number, is to use drones to deliver Automated External Defibrillators (AED) for out-of-hospital cardiac arrests (OHCA) for the first time in a trial that begins in June. Read the full story here.
– Mobi Health NewsPresidential EMS Week proclamation highlights pandemic response, sacrifice
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump issued his proclamation for National EMS Week on Friday, stressing the efforts and sacrifices of EMS providers during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read the full story here.
– EMS1.comThe resurgence of sport in the wake of COVID-19: cardiac considerations in competitive athletes
May 19, 2020The SARS-Coronavirus-2 (COVID-19) pandemic brought the global world of sports to a staggering halt. Read the full story here.
– British Journal of Sports MedicineHilton Team Members Save Life of Guest Suffering Heart Attack
May 16, 2020SHANGHAI, May 15, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — A moving story was recently told far and wide in Suzhou City, Anhui Province. Frank Huang, Deputy Manager of Safety and Security, DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Anhui – Suzhou, and fellow Team Members used first aid skills, developed through regular training, and deftly operated the hotel’s first aid equipment to [Read More...]
– Yahoo! FinanceNew York teenager performs CPR, saves 8-year-old brother with coronavirus-related condition who went into cardiac arrest
An 8-year-old boy was rescued by his teen brother’s quick thinking after going into cardiac arrest at home, his family says, following what doctors told them was a coronavirus-related condition. Read the full story here.
– KTLA 5Home is where the heart is. Shouldn’t an AED be there too?
May 15, 2020Sudden cardiac arrest is a leading cause of death in the U.S., affecting 1,000 people every day including children and teens. Of these individuals, only 10% survive. Those who do make it invariably received immediate bystander CPR and treatment with an automated external defibrillator (AED). Read the full story here.
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationBellingham McDonald’s manager shows heroism by ignoring social distancing guidelines
May 14, 2020In the midst of a worldwide pandemic, when the best advice is to stay socially distanced, McDonald’s assistant manager Alysha Neely said the thought of catching coronavirus never crossed her mind after she was alerted to a man lying in the parking lot of the Bellingham King Street location. Read the full story here.
– Bellingham HeraldDaughter Performs CPR on Mother After Cardiac Arrest
14-year-old Gaby and 10 year-old Santiago are meeting the people who guided them through the terror we hear on the 911 call. Read the full story here.
– NBC MiamiCelebrating nurses: Ross has saved lives with cool, quick reactions
May 13, 2020When Stephanie Ross has a phone conversation these days with her grandmother, Mary Jo Murphy, the words they exchange are particularly meaningful. Read the full story here.
– The Journal Times‘No pulse at all:’ 8-year-old Queens boy recovering following cardiac arrest due to mystery syndrome
May 12, 2020NEW YORK (WABC) — An 8-year-old boy from Queens went into cardiac arrest due to what researchers believe is a case of a rare inflammatory syndrome possibly related to COVID-19. Read the full story here.
– ABC 7Boise nurse practitioner saves boyfriend’s life during a medical emergency
BOISE, Idaho — A Boise man is out of the hospital and back home after his heart stopped beating and he stopped breathing, all while he and his girlfriend were mountain biking in a remote area east of Boise. Read the full story here.
– KTVB 7Troopers help to save Lake City man’s life
May 11, 2020LAKE CITY — Two troopers from the Houghton Lake Michigan State Police Post helped to save a Lake City man’s life Thursday at a gun range in Missaukee County. Read the full story here.
– Cadillac NewsKindergarten students learn life-saving skill
May 9, 2020AFTON (WBNG) — Students across New York are online learning. But when it comes to classes that are hands-on, teachers are getting extra creative. Read the full story here.
– 12 News WBNG.comYALE MEN’S LACROSSE’S KONRAD COLLINS SAVES A MAN’S LIFE WITH CPR
May 8, 2020BEND, Ore. — We’ve seen heroes of all kinds during the pandemic, and some have no idea that it will be them. Like Yale men’s lacrosse sophomore Konrad Collins, who saved the life of an ailing man Monday outside his home. Read the full story here.
– US Lax MagazineCedar Creek High School student dies from cardiac arrest
A student from Cedar Creek High School has died due to cardiac arrest, according to a letter sent to students and families Thursday. Read the full story here.
– The Press of Atlantic CityResearchers identify ‘terrible’ spike in at-home cardiac arrests during COVID-19 surge
May 7, 2020Chilling numbers out of northern Italy point to a 58% increase in the number of out-of-hospital cardiac arrests (OHCAs) in the first 40 days of the COVID-19 pandemic there, as compared with the same period last year. Read the full story here.
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationNorton resident receives award for administering CPR, helping to save man’s life
NORTON — Town resident Chris Vittorini has been recognized for helping save a man’s life, but he doesn’t consider himself a hero. Read the full story here.
– The Sun ChronicleNorth Bend-based rescue swimmer honored for saving life of fellow aircrew member
May 6, 2020NORTH BEND, Ore. — A Coast Guard rescue swimmer received the Meritorious Service Medal Thursday during a ceremony at Coast Guard Sector North Bend’s base. Read the full story here.
– CBS 13 KVALFamily thanks Swansea police officers for help in saving man’s life
SWANSEA, Ill. — Officers with the Swansea Police Department helped save a man’s life after he went into cardiac arrest last week. Read the full story here.
– 5 On Your SideElectrocardiograms show value in college athletes’ screens
May 5, 2020Over the past 30 years, colleges and universities have increasingly screened athletes for health conditions that may pose undue risk to sports participation. Sudden cardiac death is the leading cause of death among college athletes, so a primary function of these screenings is to reveal unknown heart conditions. Read the full story here.
– UW Medicine Newsroom‘On the Last Day of High School, I Almost Died. CPR Saved My Life.’
It was the last day of high school. With one exam left to go, a group of us were sitting in the senior class hangout, some watching Netflix, some cramming for the test. I was braiding my friend Jackie Acierno’s hair. I’d gotten midway down her back when I started to feel dizzy. Read the [Read More...]
– TimeLynn Harrell, acclaimed American cellist, is dead at 76
May 4, 2020Lynn Harrell, a leading American cellist whose acclaimed playing, begun when he was 8 years old, combined robust sound, insightful musicianship and feeling for nuances, died on April 27 at his home in Santa Monica, Calif. He was 76. Read the full story here.
– MSN Entertainment19-year-old Marine from New York is the latest military fitness test death
May 3, 2020WASHINGTON — Pfc. Tyrell J. Audain was in the midst of a physical fitness test more than two weeks ago at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Calif., when he collapsed. Read the full story here.
– Stars and StripesMeriden first responders surprise local kids with special parade
May 1, 2020MERIDEN — City fire, police and ambulance crews gathered for a reason unrelated to a coronavirus emergency recently. Read the full story here.
– Meriden Record-Journal’It was a nightmare:’ 12-year-old healthy girl suffers from cardiac arrest triggered by COVID-19
COVINGTON, La. (WVUE) – A 12-year-old Covington girl recovers from cardiac arrest doctors say was likely triggered by COVID-19. Read the full story here.
– Fox 8 Local FirstCOVID-19 May Cause Severe Heart Condition in Kids
April 30, 2020Children don’t typically fall seriously ill from the new coronavirus, but doctors are raising the alarm that some kids with COVID-19 infections in Europe have developed Kawasaki disease, a condition that can trigger serious heart problems. Read the full story here.
– Web MDHurricane community grieves sudden death of middle school student
April 29, 2020HURRICANE, W.Va. — The Hurricane community is grieving the loss of an eighth-grade student who died Monday night after suffering an unexpected cardiac occurrence, according to a release issued by Hurricane Middle School on its Facebook page. Read the full story here.
– Herald-DispatchChurch helps raise thousands to equip Halifax law enforcement with AEDs
HALIFAX Co., Va. (WSET) — A Halifax County church known for giving back to law enforcement has done it again during the coronavirus pandemic. Read the full story here.
– ABC 13 NewsWhat COVID-19 Can Teach Us About Cardiac Arrest and AEDs
April 28, 2020Even as the world seeks to recover from the global COVID-19 pandemic we are also seeking to learn the important lessons it teaches. Hopefully, those lessons will not be limited just to coronavirus and its impacts on human health. Hopefully, the lessons will be much broader. For example, how the world has dealt with coronavirus [Read More...]
– ZME ScienceDon’t Be Afraid to Call 9-1-1 for Emergencies
April 27, 2020According to a recent press release by the American Heart Association (AHA), there has been a decline nationally in the number of patients having heart attacks and strokes. The trend is also being seen locally, and the possible reason behind it could mean the difference in life and death to victims of these illnesses. Read [Read More...]
– TXK TodaySecurity Guard Steps Up To Save Man’s Life, Putting His Own At Risk
April 25, 2020STOCKTON (CBS13) — Unprecedented times call for extraordinary qualities, and a Stockton security guard is proving heroics are happening in our own backyard. Read the full story here.
– CBS SacramentoThe new pandemic threat: People may die because they’re not calling 911
April 24, 2020DALLAS, TX — Reports from the front lines of hospitals indicate a marked drop in the number of heart attacks and strokes nationally. But, COVID-19 is definitely not stopping people from having heart attacks, strokes and cardiac arrests. We fear it is stopping people from going to the hospital and that can be devastating. Read [Read More...]
– The Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationHeroes on call: Dispatchers double down on duties during pandemic
AUSTINTOWN — The unsung heroes of the law enforcement world — the men and women who usually remain unseen as they direct police officers to crime scenes and firefighters to house fires — are twice as vigilant during the coronavirus pandemic. Read the full story here.
– The VindicatorNY issues do-not-resuscitate guideline for cardiac patients amid coronavirus
April 23, 2020New York state just issued a drastic new guideline urging emergency services workers not to bother trying to revive anyone without a pulse when they get to a scene, amid an overload of coronavirus patients. Read the full story here.
– New York TimesShane Strong: West Allegheny rallies behind football player who collapsed during training
April 3 was the day everything changed for the McArdle Family. Their 17-year-old son Shane Kennedy, a football player at West Allegheny, went outside to run sprints. Minutes later, he collapsed. Read the full story here.
– WPXIUnderstanding sudden cardiac arrest
April 22, 2020Recently, a Harvard Heart Letter reader sent us an email asking about sudden cardiac arrest. This much-feared event occurs when the heart abruptly and unexpectedly stops beating. Each year, nearly 380,000 people in the United States experience cardiac arrest, and only about 10% survive. Read the full story here.
– Harvard HealthGlendale Fire Department moves CPR class online for high schoolers
April 21, 2020PHOENIX — The Glendale Fire Department has created a CPR and AED video online to help high school seniors fulfill a graduation requirement. Read the full story here.
– KTAR NewsHow to Avoid Having a Heart Attack: Who is at Risk?
April 18, 2020A myocardial infarction, which is commonly referred to as a heart attack, is a life-threatening event that can happen to anyone. It is typically associated with some form of underlying heart disease that disrupts the flow of blood to the heart. Heart disease can also be the culprit in other deadly conditions such as stroke. [Read More...]
– ACLS Training Center‘He had no pulse’: Cyclist saves Preston van driver’s life after serious crash near Chorley
Stephen Martindale, 40, a former Royal Marine from Horwich, was cycling home with a friend after visiting Southport on Friday, April 10. Read the full story here.
– Chorley GuardianFive Moorhead Police Officers Awarded Lifesaving Medals
April 17, 2020MOORHEAD, Minn.–Five Moorhead Police officers were awarded Lifesaving medals on Thursday Read the full story here.
– KVRR Local NewsBreathing heavy wildfire smoke may increase risk of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest
DALLAS, TX — Exposure to heavy smoke during recent California wildfires raised the risk of out-of-hospital cardiac arrests up to 70%, according to new research published today in the Journal of the American Heart Association, the open access journal of the American Heart Association. Read the full story here.
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationChild, three, has fatal cardiac arrest as mother kept on 111 hold for over an hour
April 16, 2020A sick child died after their mother was kept on hold by the NHS111 helpline for more than an hour as she desperately sought medical help. Read the full story here.
– Evening StandardSpectrum News 13 announces ‘Everyday Heroes’ winners
Spectrum News 13 has announced the “2019 Hero of the Year,” along with winners in six other categories. Read the full story here.
– Orlando SentinelHigh school senior raises funds for defibrillators
April 15, 2020Natalee Olhiser is a senior at Quincy High School and for her senior project she wanted to install more automated external defibrillators (AEDs) around the community. Read the full story here.
– Plumas NewsLittle girl dances with hospital staff after undergoing three open heart surgeries
April 14, 2020WASHINGTON (FOX 5 DC) – A 4-year-old is recovering well after undergoing not one, but three open heart surgeries and she’s got the dance moves to prove it. Read the full story here.
– Fox 5 - Washington DCIntravenous sodium nitrite ineffective for out-of-hospital cardiac arrest
Among patients who had an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest, intravenous sodium nitrite given by paramedics during resuscitation did not significantly improve their chances of being admitted to or discharged from the hospital alive, according to research presented at the American College of Cardiology’s Annual Scientific Session Together with World Congress of Cardiology (ACC.20/WCC). Read the full [Read More...]
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationQuick actions by Gilbert trainer saves player’s life
April 13, 2020The work and duty of public service workers has received increased focus during the ongoing pandemic. Read the full story here.
– Cola DailyBenefield: SRJC swimmer who suffered cardiac arrest in pool saved by quick action of teammates, coaches
Morgan DeSalvo had just finished freestyle sprints during a Santa Rosa Junior College swim practice. It was March 5 — the day before the team was to compete in a tri-meet with Las Positas and Sierra colleges in Livermore. Read the full story here.
– The Press DemocratNYC first responders describe ‘devastating’ coronavirus cases as cardiac arrest calls surge
April 11, 2020Elizabeth Bonilla, a paramedic in New York City, responded to a recent cardiac arrest call for a suspected coronavirus patient in her 70s. Read the full story here.
– NBC NewsInterim CPR guidelines address challenges of providing resuscitation during COVID-19 pandemic
April 10, 2020DALLAS, TX — With COVID-19 incidence currently increasing exponentially worldwide, the percentage of cardiac arrests with COVID-19 are also likely to increase. The evolving and expanding outbreak of COVID-19 cases creates challenges around resuscitation efforts and requires potential modifications of established processes and practices. Read the full story here.
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation‘Cardiac calls’ to 911 in New York City surge, and they may really be more COVID cases
Since the beginning of the coronavirus outbreak, residents of hard-hit New York City have been talking about ambulance sirens and how the wailing never seems to stop. Read the full story here.
– NBC NewsNation’s EMS agencies need help to combat the COVID-19 pandemic
April 9, 2020CLINTON, MS — Across the country, in large urban areas as well as small rural communities, EMTs and paramedics are serving on the frontlines of our nation’s war against the COVID-19 pandemic, oftentimes without the necessary supplies and equipment to ensure the safety of their patients and themselves. Read the full story here.
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationNo place like a homestead
DEDHAM — Sometimes, life veers off the beaten path and into a passion. Read the full story here.
– The Ellsworth AmericanSudden death of Croatan two-sport athlete a devastating shock to all
April 8, 2020OCEAN — Croatan sports lost one of its own last week with the passing of junior Hayden Crow. Read the full story here.
– Carteret County News-TimesMother of Norton teen recovering from cardiac arrest thankful for community’s continued support during coronavirus outbreak
April 7, 2020AKRON, Ohio (WJW) — The mother of a Norton teenager in the middle of a months-long recovery from cardiac arrest is thanking the community for their support, especially during the coronavirus pandemic. Read the full story here.
– Fox 8Officers Use CPR and AED to Save a Man’s Life
April 5, 2020A man is recovering at the hospital after officers had to perform CPR and use an AED to save his life. Read the full story here.
– Seattle.govSheffield teacher praises hospital care after sudden cardiac arrest
April 4, 2020Les Taylor, aged 67, who previously worked at Bradfield School, has spoken about the care he received at Northern General Hospital. Read the full story here.
– The StarInterim guidance for pediatric resuscitation care to reduce COVID-19 transmission
April 3, 2020DALLAS, TX — The American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health for all, and the American Academy of Pediatrics, the leading voice for pediatric health, have released interim guidance for resuscitation care intended specifically for pediatric patients with known or suspected COVID-19. This guidance is aimed at reducing the [Read More...]
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation“That’s what I’m there for”: Gilbert athletic trainer saves a life on the baseball field
April 2, 2020GILBERT, S.C. — On March 8 at 3:31 p.m., TJ Marsh experienced her worst nightmare as an athletic trainer. Read the full story here.
– ABC ColumbiaFamily and friends pay tribute after shock sudden death of 26-year-old Preston woman
April 1, 2020Her family said Jayne died in the early hours of Sunday morning (March 29) after feeling “off colour” following her birthday celebrations last week. Read the full story here.
– Lancashire Post‘INSTINCT KICKED IN’ Wife saves husband’s life twice in a fortnight using CPR she learned at Girl Guides four decades ago
Paul Shattock, 55, from Fakenham, Norfolk, suffered two heart attacks in the space of just 14 days — but both times was brought back to life by his brave wife Jill, 52. Read the full story here.
– The SunHALL OF FAMER AND LAX WORLD CO-FOUNDER JIM DARCANGELO DIES
March 31, 2020Jim Darcangelo, a National Lacrosse Hall of Fame midfielder and co-founder of the sport’s first national retail store, died Saturday at his residence in Cape Canaveral, Fla. Read the full story here.
– USLacrosse MagazinePolice Assist Fire and Ambulance Personnel to Save 6 Year Old Child
“HOLLISTER – March 25, 2020 – A Hollister Police Officer was the first to arrive at a home where a child had stopped breathing and was unresponsive. The Officer immediately started CPR until relieved by AMR and Hollister Fire Personnel. Read the full story here.
– Crime VoiceUSU athlete still hospitalized three weeks after mysterious collapse
March 30, 2020Since the day he mysteriously collapsed during a workout three weeks ago, Roman Ruiz, a sophomore track and field athlete at Utah State, has been confined to a hospital bed struggling to climb back to consciousness and return to life. Read the full story here.
– Deseret NewsEx-Wicklow footballer ‘lucky to be alive’ after club-mates used defibrillator nine times to save his life
March 29, 2020The Coolkenno GAA player was discharged from hospital on Monday and is now recovering at home after the incident. Read the full story here.
– The 42Are You Prepared for an Emergency at Home?
March 26, 2020• Every 2.2 seconds in America there is a call to 911, many are a request for an ambulance. Read the full story here.
– PatchMagnetic component in e-cigarettes found to interfere with implantable cardioverter-defibrillator function
PHILADELPHIA, PA — An e-cigarette carried in the left breast shirt pocket of a patient with an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) caused magnetic reversion, interrupting the ICD’s ability to detect and treat dangerous heart rhythm problems, clinicians report in HeartRhythm Case Reports, published by Elsevier. The patient was not aware that the e-cigarette has an integrated [Read More...]
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationG League player’s death spurs awareness of sudden cardiac arrest
March 25, 2020AT LEAST ONCE a month, Jewel Upshaw gets a notification on her phone and braces herself. She’s part of several online groups that share news about sudden cardiac arrest, and when someone tags her, she knows it has happened again. Read the full story here.
– ESPNBo Kimble’s first left handed free throw as tribute to Hank Gathers
On Sunday, March 4, 1990, in Los Angeles, Hank Gathers collapsed with 13:34 left in the first half of the WCC tournament quarterfinal game against Portland, just after scoring on his trademark tomahawk dunk on an alley-oop pass from point guard Terrell Lowery that put the Lions up 25–13. He was declared dead on arrival [Read More...]
– Kenosha NewsPolice Officers Save Unconscious, Unresponsive Crash Victim By Using CPR
March 24, 2020A 50-year-old man was found unconscious following a single-vehicle crash in the area. Read the full story here.
– Daily VoiceInterim guidance to reduce COVID-19 transmission during resuscitation care
DALLAS, TX–The American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health for all, has released interim guidance for resuscitation care intended specifically for patients with known or suspected COVID-19. This guidance is aimed at reducing the risk for SARS-CoV-2 (the virus that causes COVID-19) transmission. The information was published on [Read More...]
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation‘Apple Watch Series 6’ may introduce blood oxygen detection, better ECG
March 23, 2020While the technology for blood oxygen detection has existed in the Apple Watch since the first version, it has never been used. However, a new report claims that the “Apple Watch Series 6” in the fall may have the ability. Read the full story here.
– Apple InsiderThe American Heart Association outlines its integral role in the global COVID-19 pandemic
DALLAS, TX – The American Heart Association and its thousands of science volunteers are poised and ready to provide urgent support to ensure optimal care for patients with cardiovascular disease who contract COVID-19 (coronavirus), according to a new article on the American Heart Association President Page, published today in the American Heart Association’s flagship journal Circulation. Read [Read More...]
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationGreenwich police commend emergency personnel for life-saving efforts
March 21, 2020GREENWICH — Greenwich police commended three emergency-serivce members this month for excellence and life-saving interventions. Read the full story here.
– The Middletown PressWoman donates AED after losing her husband to a heart attack
March 20, 2020STONE COUNTY, Mo. — After losing her husband, a woman in Stone County is hoping to spare other families the same pain. Read the full story here.
– KY3 The Place To BeCan you use a defibrillator on someone with a pacemaker?
March 19, 2020I have a pacemaker and my friend has an ICD. Would it be safe to have CPR or for a defibrillator to be used on either of us if one of us were to have a cardiac arrest? Read the full story here.
– Heart MattersWhat heart patients should know about coronavirus
The coronavirus should have everyone’s attention by now, health experts say. And people with heart disease have extra reasons to be alert. Read the full story here.
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationLorry driver saved in the nick of time
March 18, 2020GEORGE TOWN: Lorry driver Koay Ah Hock was driving his heavy vehicle on Oct 30 when he had a heart attack and lost consciousness. Read the full story here.
– The StarCPR has improved, here’s what to do (and sing) to save a life
It only takes two hands to save a life. Read the full story here.
– KEYT.comWoman’s life is saved with help of community defibrillator
March 17, 2020Leona Carpenter, 70, was eating lunch with her friends at Foxy’s Café and Deli, Victoria Road, when she went into cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– Penarth TimesRockwell Elementary students mourning the loss of 3rd grade classmate
SPANISH FORT, Ala. (WKRG) — In a post on Facebook, the PTA of Rockwell Elementary in Spanish Fort says teachers and students are mourning the sudden death of a 3rd grader. Read the full story here.
– News 5 WKRGWoman meets Westfield police officer who saved her life
WESTFIELD, Ind. — A Westfield woman met the police officer who saved her life. Read the full story here.
– CBS 4 Indy30 Years Later, the Hank Gathers Story is Still Heartbreaking
March 15, 2020Even 30 years after his untimely death, the story of Hank Gathers remains one of the most heartbreaking stories in sports history. Read the full story here.
– Sports CastingWeinbrenner Shoe Co. employees and Merrill firefighters honored for saving man’s life
MERRILL – Members of the Merrill community are applauding some fast acting employees at the Weinbrenner Shoe Company. Read the full story here.
– WJFW 12Speedy Response by Sheriff’s Office Saves Local Man’s Life
March 14, 2020OAKHURST — A swift, skilled response by a deputy and corporal from the Madera County Sheriff’s Office saved the life of a local diner Wednesday night. Read the full story here.
– Sierra News OnlineSudden Cardiac Arrest and Heart Attack: Here’s What Runners Need to Know
It can be scary to hear about sudden cardiac arrest cases in young, seemingly healthy runners in the news, and these rep might leave you wondering if you’re at risk. Read the full story here.
– Runner's WorldOff-duty Saskatoon paramedic saves man’s life during family trip
March 13, 2020SASKATOON — The actions of an off-duty Saskatoon paramedic while on a family trip in Alberta are being credited with saving a man’s life. Read the full story here.
– SaskatoonWestfield officer saves cardiac patient’s life with AED just days after it was donated to department
WESTFIELD, Ind. — A Westfield woman met the police officer who saved her life. Read the full story here.
– Fox 59Dispatcher, officer honored for helping save dying man
March 12, 2020POCATELLO — It was a typical shift for Pocatello police dispatcher Diana Rich when she received a call from a woman needing help last August. Read the full story here.
– East Idaho NewsPeoria teen’s quick thinking CPR saves brother’s life
March 11, 2020Peoria (WEEK) — Last month, Daniel Weidner, 13, was researching hoodies to take his parents up on an offer to get a new one. As he swiped around online, he heard a, “weird breathing noise,” in the other room. Read the full story here.
– 25 NewsSchool nurse, staff save life of 10-year-old Sheridan girl
SHERIDAN — On Monday, Shawn Kelley received the call parents dread. His 10-year-old daughter had collapsed walking into Woodland Park Elementary. Read the full story here.
– Gillette News RecordHigh school students, staff step up to save a life
March 10, 2020SEDRO-WOOLLEY — Thanks to quick action by students and staff at Sedro-Woolley High School in early February, what could have been a story with a tragic ending is instead a tale of heroism. Read the full story here.
– GoSkagit.comLincoln High School first to be recognized with ‘Heart Safe School’ designation
March 9, 2020SHINNSTON, W.Va. – Lincoln High School is the first school in the state to receive a ‘Heart Safe School’ designation on Tuesday. Read the full story here.
– 12 WBOYFlat Rock coach jumps into action, saves high school wrestler who went into cardiac arrest
March 7, 2020FLAT ROCK, Mich. – A wrestling coach at Flat Rock High School saved the life of a sophomore who went into cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– Click on Detroit12-year-old hailed as hero after saving mother’s life
SAN DIEGO (KGTV) — Callum Wagner rose up among the capacity crowd inside a University City ballroom Monday. Read the full story here.
– ABC 10 News San DiegoDoctors blamed anxiety for her health issues. She actually had a rare heart condition
March 6, 2020The first time Kelsey Gumm fainted was during U.S. Navy boot camp. The then 17-year-old woke up to doctors peppering her with questions about how much water she drank and how much she slept. Eventually, they decided she was exhausted and recommended rest. Read the full story here.
– TodayFindlay employees save co-worker’s life; Trio proves importance of knowing how to perform CPR
BULLHEAD CITY — Knowing CPR can save lives. Read the full story here.
– Mohave Valley Daily NewsRemembering Hank Gathers 30 years after his tragic death during tournament game
March 5, 2020Loyola Marymount University unveiled a statue over the weekend to commemorate basketball great Hank Gathers. Read the full story here.
– Yahoo! Sports‘By the grace of God’: Jets AHL goalie coach gets second chance
Rick St. Croix gets four reminders every day of how he cheated death earlier this hockey season. Read the full story here.
– National PostWayne Cardiac Arrest Victim, Dead At Scene, Meets Her EMT Savior
March 4, 2020Pequannock, NJ – Recently, the Pequannock first aid squad held an event honoring a team of first aid members who saved a Wayne woman’s life on January 18. Read the full story here.
– Tap Into HawthorneMedical staff save life of wrestler who collapsed at Minnesota state tournament
March 3, 2020Medical staff at the Minnesota state wrestling tournament saved the life of a high school junior who collapsed after a match Saturday in St. Paul. Read the full story here.
– Bring Me The NewsHAMILTON HIGH WEST STAFF SAVE STUDENT’S LIFE
March 2, 2020Hamilton High School Senior, Liam Simonelli’s story may have had a much different ending if the staff, students, and the school’s nurse hadn’t sprung into action, saving his life, after he suddenly, and without warning, went into cardiac arrest, during the school day, back in January, according to Community News. Read the full story here. [Read More...]
– WPST.comFollowing a high school football player’s death, a bill would require defibrillators at WV games and practices
Following 17-year-old Alex Miller’s September death at a high school football game, the West Virginia Legislature may pass a bill requiring automated external defibrillators (AEDs) at practices and games for the vast majority of sports. Read the full story here.
– Charleston Gazette-MailTowson University sophomore dies after collapsing while playing basketball
March 1, 2020A Towson University sophomore has died after he collapsed while playing basketball, the university said Saturday. Read the full story here.
– The Baltimore SunNHL player who suffered cardiac episode during game won’t play for rest of the season and is undecided on his hockey future
(CNN)St. Louis Blues defenseman Jay Bouwmeester thanked medical personnel for saving his life in his first public address since he was revived with a defibrillator during a game. Read the full story here.
– CNNFlorida college athlete is alive thanks to school requiring a heart screening
February 28, 2020LAKELAND, Fla. — Electrocardiogram. The word may not roll off the tongue the way the basketball rolls off Madi Hecox’s fingertips, but it does sound pretty sweet to her. Read the full story here.
– ABC Action NewsSRVFPD: Citizen-heroes and firefighters work together to save a life
When a person suffers from a sudden cardiac arrest, first responders know that bystander reactions are the key initial link in the chain of survival and recovery. Read the full story here.
– Danville SanRamonTelecommunicator CPR can save lives following cardiac arrest
February 26, 2020A high-quality telecommunicator CPR program can save more lives from out-of-hospital cardiac arrest and strengthen the chain of survival, according to a new advisory published in Circulation by the American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health. Read the full story here.
– UAB News‘There aren’t enough thank yous’: Guelph woman meets paramedics who saved her life
Michele Goldsmith doesn’t remember much leading up to the moment her heart stopped. She doesn’t recall seeing any white light or meeting loved ones from beyond the grave, but for several minutes last August, she was dead. Read the full story here.
– Guelph Mercury TribuneOpinion: Increase cardiac arrest outcomes by updating police dispatch protocols
February 25, 2020Imagine watching your significant other or child collapse in front of you from an electrical malfunction in their heart. When you call 911 to get emergency assistance, you assume the closest trained first responder would be sent to your aid. Read the full story here.
– PoliceOne.comStateline woman using near death experience to teach others about heart health
PECATONICA (WREX) — February is American Heart Month which is focused on educating people about heart health as well as preventing heart disease. Read the full story here.
– 13 WREX.com‘My heart stopped for 30 minutes – it’s a miracle I’m still here’
February 24, 2020A young Lincoln dad has told of his eternal gratitude after being reunited with the heroic paramedics who helped saved his life when he suffered a cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– Lincolnshire LiveNavy football mourns offensive lineman David Forney, who died on Naval Academy campus Thursday
David Forney was a thoughtful person with a dry sense of humor. Read the full story here.
– Capital GazetteMan Who Suffered Cardiac Arrest Reunited With Rescuer
February 22, 2020FAIRFAX, VA — A reunion took place Thursday between a man who suffered cardiac arrest and the woman who saved him. Read the full story here.
– PatchTraining staff saves high school coach who went into cardiac arrest at Charter Oak
COVINA — California High School girls soccer coach Brian Bordier collapsed during Wednesday’s CIF Southern Section Division 5 playoff game from an apparent heart attack while on the road at Charter Oak high school, and quick response by Charter Oak’s certified athletic trainer Matt Simok and his staff may have helped save his life. Read [Read More...]
– San Gabriel Valley TribuneMeet Heather Baker: Cardiac Arrest Survivor
February 21, 2020Heather Baker suffered a sudden cardiac arrest two years ago at Pecatonica School District, where she works as the district Curriculum Director. We get her story. Read the full story here.
– WCIA.comDallas Woman Saves Husband Twice Using Hands Only CPR
February 20, 2020During their 49 years of marriage, Pat and Sandra Cheshier have experienced countless joys and a few health scares — like Sandra’s heart event four years ago. Read the full story here.
– 5 NBC DFWSchool Nurse Jumps Into Action To Save Student’s Life
LIVE OAK (CBS13) — A school nurse was honored on Wednesday after saving the life of a teenage girl who went into cardiac arrest in the classroom. Read the full story here.
– CBS SacramentoJamestown High School basketball standout dies
February 18, 2020Jamestown High School senior and standout basketball player Darian Keyser died in his sleep on Sunday night, according to head coach Lucas Widger. Read the full story here.
– GoErie.comSudden cardiac arrest survivors need long-term holistic care
DALLAS, TX– More people are surviving sudden cardiac arrest thanks to improved systems of care during and until hospital discharge. Read the full story here.
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationQuick actions, an AED device, two schools united to save Central Private’s Noah Martin
February 17, 2020A red Central Private warmup shirt sliced from top to bottom separates the two numbers of the No. 11 that Noah Martin proudly wore. It is a symbol of more than what it took to save the life of a 16-year-old. Read the full story here.
– The AdvocateNHL observations: Poised reaction by Ducks medical personnel saved Jay Bouwmeester’s life
St. Louis Blues defenseman Jay Bouwmeester, a Stanley Cup champion, son, husband and father, is alive because the right combination of people, preparation and procedures were in place when he went into sudden cardiac arrest while sitting on the visitors’ bench at Honda Center on Tuesday. Read the full story here.
– Los Angeles TimesArkansas teen scores big against all odds
February 15, 2020PRAIRIE GROVE, Ark. (KNWA) — A local teen who is usually on the sidelines finally got his moment to shine. Read the full story here.
– WKRN.comBuffalo man reunites with doctors, surgeons & EMT’s who saved his life
BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — For a time last summer, Sal Buscaglia didn’t think he was going to make it. Read the full story here.
– WKBW BuffaloCPR instructor saved during cardiac arrest by lifeguards he trained
February 14, 2020CLEARWATER, Fla. – It’s the job of a lifeguard to save the life of a swimmer in distress, but five Clearwater lifeguards are being honored by the American Red Cross for saving the one person they thought was invincible in the water. Read the full story here.
– Fox 13Cape Fear Christian Academy student collapsed due to ‘undiagnosed medical condition’ during tryouts
ERWIN, N.C. (WTVD) — A Harnett County family is praying for the safe recovery of a 17-year-old Cape Fear Christian Academy student who collapsed during baseball tryouts Wednesday afternoon. Read the full story here.
– ABC 11 Eyewitness NewsDoctors at UConn Health focused on research for genetic heart conditions
February 13, 2020FARMINGTON, CT (WFSB) – February is Heart Month, a time of year dedicated to raising awareness about heart health and ways to prevent heart disease. Read the full story here.
– Eyewitness News 3Blues’ Jay Bouwmeester having more tests after heart episode, prognosis ‘very positive’
Blues defenseman Jay Bouwmeester is “doing very well” after suffering a cardiac episode on the bench during Tuesday night’s game against the Ducks, St. Louis GM Doug Armstrong said on Wednesday. Read the full story here.
– ESPNPhoenix student saves school staff member’s life using CPR he learned in class
February 12, 2020PHOENIX (3TV/CBS 5) – A Phoenix student is being called a hero for performing CPR and saving a staff member’s life on Wednesday. Read the full story here.
– AZFamily.comMemorial Service Planned for Dos Pueblos Student-Athlete Trevor Katz
A celebration of life for Dos Pueblos High School student-athlete Trevor Katz is planned for Sunday, Feb. 23 on campus, Principal Bill Woodard said. Read the full story here.
– NoozhawkSheriff’s Deputies Assist in Reviving Teenager at Great Mills High School
February 11, 2020Great Mills, MD – February 10, 2020 – A student at Great Mills High School recently collapsed during basketball practice and stopped breathing. Working together, school staff, emergency responders and two deputies of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office successfully revived the 17-year-old student. Read the full story here.
– The BaynetLocal teen dies during basketball practice
Team members expressed their grief over his death saying he touched so many people. Read the full story here.
– WTVAQuick action by Kenosha churchgoers saves man who collapsed during service
February 10, 2020KENOSHA — A Sunday church service took a turn for the dramatic when a man slumped over in his pew. Read the full story here.
– The Journal TimesMidshipman Dies During Naval Academy Physical Readiness Test
ANNAPOLIS, Md. — A Navy midshipman died Saturday while taking a physical readiness test at the U.S. Naval Academy. Read the full story here.
– The New York TimesRetired Yellow Wiggle Greg Page reveals it took three defibrillator shocks to restart his heart after suffering a cardiac arrest on stage
February 9, 2020Retired Wiggle Greg Page has vowed to learn CPR after suffering a heart attack last month. Read the full story here.
– Daily MailMichigan high school basketball coach alive thanks to quick-thinking bystanders, AED
The second half of thegirls varsity basketball game between Grosse Pointe (Michigan) North and Grosse Pointe South was about to begin when freshman girls coach Bob Zaranek returned from the concession stand, carrying popcorn for South scorekeeper Leo Lamberti. Read the full story here.
– USA TodayChildren help save the life of their dad after cardiac arrest at home
February 7, 2020Kevin Scott collapsed and stopped breathing while looking after his children at home, in Westbury. Read the full story here.
– Gazette & HeraldFranklin High School staff honored for saving student in cardiac arrest
FRANKLIN, Wis. (CBS 58) — There was a round of applause for staff at Franklin High School Wednesday, Jan. 29. Read the full story here.
– CBS 58 WDJT MilwaukeeMan uses defibrillator to save 15-year-old hockey player who collapsed on ice during practice
February 6, 2020HAZEL PARK (WXYZ) — Conor Place may be a 15-year-old sophomore at University of Detroit Jesuit High School, but he’s already playing defense on the varsity hockey team. Read the full story here.
– 7 ABC WXYZ DetroitCentral Private athlete hospitalized after seizure during game; coach thanks response team
It was a game plan Southern Lab staff hoped they never had to implement. But Tuesday night, the actions of medical personnel on site and Southern Lab’s response team helped save the life of Central Private basketball player Noah Martin. Read the full story here.
– The AdvocateShould we screen youth for conditions associated with sudden cardiac arrest?
February 5, 2020Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) occurs when the heart suddenly and unexpectedly stops. Read the full story here.
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationTrack Coach Saves 10-Year-Old Girl Who Goes Into Cardiac Arrest
February 4, 2020Nyla Banks and her mom are filled with gratitude, after they say the 10-year-old girl’s track coach saved her life Tuesday night. Read the full story here.
– 5 NBC DFWWylie High School community ‘in shock’ after student athlete’s sudden death
WYLIE, Texas – A vigil took place Thursday evening for a popular Wylie High School student athlete who suddenly died at home. Read the full story here.
– Fox 4K-State students, staff save person in cardiac arrest
February 3, 2020RILEY COUNTY, Kan. (KWCH) Kansas State University students and staff were honored for their quick decisive action with a cardiac arrest patient last week. Read the full story here.
– KWCH 12Man Saved by His Co-Workers and First Responders with CPR and AED After Medical Emergency in Ridge
February 1, 2020On Thursday, January 30, 2020, at approximately 9:50 a.m., police fire and emergency medical personnel responded to the 49500 block of Portneys Overlook Road in Ridge, for the reported one subject not breathing. Read the full story here.
– Southern Maryland News NetStudent performs CPR on man, saving his life at Prairie Ridge High School in Crystal Lake
A junior at Prairie Ridge High School in Crystal Lake is being recognized after she successfully performed CPR on a man and saved his life, officials said. Read the full story here.
– Lake and McHenry County Scanner‘She’s really my kid’s guardian angel’
January 31, 2020CATLIN — Katie Fritz doesn’t remember what happened to her Jan. 16. Read the full story here.
– The News-GazetteFamily thanks 2 women that saved man’s life in Lancaster Kroger two weeeks earlier
LANCASTER – A stop to the grocery store for one Lancaster man ended with a trip to the hospital. Two weeks later, he was able to come back and thank the two women his family say saved his life. Read the full story here.
– Lancaster Eagle GazettePlano lifeguards give man ‘a second chance at life’
January 30, 2020Plano resident Thomas Tsang was enjoying playing table tennis at the Tom Muehlenbeck Recreation Center on Dec. 15. Then in an instant, Tsang collapsed and went into cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– Plano Star CourierPublic safety dispatchers recognized as first responders in new legislation
SACRAMENTO, CA–Today, Assemblymember Rudy Salas (D-Bakersfield) joined a group of public safety dispatchers from across the state for a press conference to celebrate Assembly Bill 1945 (AB 1945), which would recognize the brave work of public safety dispatchers by classifying them as first responders. Read the full story here.
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationNeenah teen saved her boss’s life after he suffered a heart attack
January 29, 2020GRAND CHUTE, Wis. (WLUK) — A JV Neenah boys hockey game took a scary turn on Dec. 10. Read the full story here.
– Fox 11 NewsPlano Man Reunites With, Thanks City Lifeguards Who Saved His Life
January 28, 2020A Plano father who collapsed at a city recreation center returned Monday to say “thank you” to his real-life heroes. Read the full story here.
– 5 NBC DFWWest Virginia lawmakers introduce AED law in honor of high school player
(WDTV/WSAZ) — A bill has been introduced in the West Virginia House of Delegates in honor of a high school football player who died after collapsing on field. Read the full story here.
– WHSV 3First-Aid Crews Honored for Rescuing 2
January 27, 2020Two crews of the Huntington Community First Aid Squad have been recognized for having saved two residents who had suffered sudden cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– Huntington NowSpectators use training, AED to save man’s life
FROSTBURG — There was a commotion in the stands of the Mountain Ridge High School wrestling team’s Jan. 14 match, when a local man’s heart stopped beating. Read the full story here.
– Cumberland Times-NewsHigh school teacher helps save student in cardiac arrest
January 26, 2020FRANKLIN, Wis. — A Franklin High School social studies teacher is being hailed a hero after saving a student who stopped breathing in class. Read the full story here.
– 2 ABCAthletic trainer uses AED after ref collapses
CADILLAC — The JV girls’ basketball game was halfway through the first quarter when the referee started having trouble. Read the full story here.
– Cadillac NewsLeistikow: The moments at an Iowa basketball practice that saved a life, brought a team closer together
January 24, 2020IOWA CITY, Ia. — Brad Floy, the athletic trainer for the Iowa men’s basketball team, has had just about everything thrown his way in the past six months. Read the full story here.
– Hawk CentralPort Authority police officers save man who went into cardiac arrest at Newark Airport
Port Authority police officers rescued a 51-year-old Michigan man who went into cardiac arrest Tuesday at Newark Liberty International Airport, officials said. Read the full story here.
– NorthJersey.comBedford Police Officers Given Life Saving Awards
January 23, 2020(BEDFORD) – Four Bedford Police officers were given awards for saving two lives in separate incidents. The officers were given the awards at the Bedford Board of Works Meeting on Tuesday afternoon. Read the full story here.
– WBIW.comTwo men suffer cardiac arrest during 3M Half Marathon in Austin Sunday morning
January 22, 2020Austin-Travis County EMS said two people suffered from a cardiac arrest during the 3M Half MarathonSunday morning. Read the full story here.
– KVUE ABCGrosse Pointe South coach has cardiac arrest, saved by team around him
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– Fox 2 DetroitHockey players’ quick actions save man’s life
January 21, 2020Don’t call him a hero. Read the full story here.
– The StandardThe Wiggles singer Page suffers cardiac arrest at Sydney bushfire relief concert
MELBOURNE (Reuters) – A founding member of popular Australian children’s music group The Wiggles was recovering in a Sydney hospital after suffering a cardiac arrest while performing at a bushfire relief concert on Friday, the band said. Read the full story here.
– Yahoo!UH Mānoa public safety officers save woman’s life at Stan Sheriff
January 20, 2020University of Hawaiʻi Mānoa Department of Public Safety (DPS) officers are being hailed heroes after resuscitating a 78-year-old woman at a UH men’s volleyball game in early January. According to DPS, ushers at Stan Sheriff Center alerted officers that the victim collapsed. Officers Steve Miller and Bryne Nagata discovered the woman had no pulse and [Read More...]
– University of Hawaiʻi System NewsTwice his heart stopped in a high school basketball game, but he survived to play again
Jeroy Ellis heard his name called at a varsity game for the first time on Jan. 4. Jeffersonville (Indiana) High School was up nearly 40 points, allowing coach Chris Moore to utilize his entire bench. Read the full story here.
– AZ CentralDispatcher talked Berlin caller through CPR
January 18, 2020BERLIN – A dispatcher with the Nashoba Valley Dispatch Center is being credited with helping talk a caller through lifesaving measures until medical help could arrive. Read the full story here.
– Telegram.comIn cases of cardiac arrest, time is everything. Community responders can save lives
Each year more than 24,000 Australians experience a sudden cardiac arrest. This means their heart unexpectedly stops beating. A cardiac arrest leads to loss of consciousness and will result in death if not recognised and treated immediately. Read the full story here.
– The Conversation‘Every single person played a role:’ Franklin students, staff save student after medical emergency
January 17, 2020FRANKLIN — Quick-thinking by staff and students at a local high school helped to save a student experiencing a medical emergency. Read the full story here.
– TMJ 4Athletic trainer goes into action after Crenshaw coach Ed Waters collapses
Crenshaw basketball coach Ed Waters was in stable condition and talking from his hospital bed in an intensive care unit Thursday after he collapsed in front of the bench during a basketball game against View Park Prep on Wednesday night. Read the full story here.
– Los Angeles TimesMan survives cardiac arrest thanks to quick-thinking good Samaritans
January 16, 2020“We call that kind of heart attack snow for a reason,” said Mariah Mougey with Aberdeen Fire & Rescue. Read the full story here.
– Aberdeen NewsFamily identifies Woodville-Tompkins student who died after passing out at school
January 15, 2020SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV) – The Woodville-Tompkins Technical and Career High School student who died last week has been identified. Read the full story here.
– WSav3 On Your SideMEMORIAL PLANNED FOR MINNESOTA SOLIDER
(KNSI) – A Minnesota National Guard soldier who died while training at a base in South Carolina will be remembered on Thursday. Read the full story here.
– KNSI RadioWoman uses CPR to save a life
January 14, 2020CORNING, N.Y. (WETM) – A local woman saved a life on her way home from picking up her 14-year-old son from wrestling practice at Corning-Painted Post High School. Read the full story here.
– brproud.comHigh school boys basketball: Dundee-Crown’s Jan Miodowski saved by staff after heart stops
January 13, 2020The horrifying scene from Nov. 13 is etched in Dundee-Crown boys basketball coach Lance Huber’s mind. Read the full story here.
– Northwest HeraldLocal man’s life saved by quick-thinking bystanders
January 11, 2020An Ocean Grove man who suffered a cardiac arrest after a morning stand up paddle board last month has been reunited with those who helped save his life. Read the full story here.
– Bay 93.9Montreal high school students save teacher’s life using CPR, defibrillator
Three students from Georges-Vanier high school in Montreal are being hailed as heroes after using a defibrillator on a teacher in respiratory distress. Read the full story here.
– CBCHero shop workers save customer’s life after cardiac arrest
January 10, 2020Quick-thinking staff at a West Lothian shop saved a man’s life after he suffered a sudden cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– Daily RecordHis heart stopped for 19 minutes. CPR saved his life.
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — We’ve all heard it; CPR can mean the difference between life or death, but that saying is especially true for people who experience sudden cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– WCNCSylvan Lake teen dies after cardiac arrest
January 9, 2020Sylvan Lake is mourning the sudden death of a 12-year-old girl at Ecole Fox Run School. Read the full story here.
– Red Deer AdvocateWoman Who Suffered Cardiac Arrest Reunites With Fire Rescue Crew That Saved Her
MIAMI (CBSMiami) – A very happy reunion for some members of Miami-Dade Fire Rescue and a woman whose life they saved. Read the full story here.
– 4 CBS MiamiMichigan State trooper uses AED to revive unconscious man in grocery store
January 8, 2020EMMET COUNTY, MI – A Michigan State Police trooper’s heroic actions likely saved a man’s life in Northern Michigan. Read the full story here.
– Michigan Live‘Kind and Loving’ Computer Science Student Dies at 19
January 7, 2020Known as a talented computer science student in the College of Engineering, Paul Benton Fisher-York ’22 passed away on Dec. 25 while at home with his family. He was 19. Read the full story here.
– The Cornell Daily SunFairfax City Police officer dies of a medical emergency while on duty
FAIRFAX, Va. — The Fairfax City Police Department has started a new decade and year mourning the loss of veteran officer George Moskowitz, who died of a medical emergency while on duty Tuesday. Read the full story here.
– WUSA 9His heart stopped for 19 minutes. CPR saved his life.
January 6, 2020CHARLOTTE, N.C. — We’ve all heard it; CPR can mean the difference between life or death, but that saying is especially true for people who experience sudden cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– WCNCJeff Jacobs: Preparation, execution help save high school official’s life not once, but twice
There was 6:08 left on scoreboard during the second quarter of the Westhill-Scarsdale high school girls basketball game last Saturday at Stamford High. Read the full story here.
– The Middletown PressGood Samaritan gives his thanks
January 4, 2020LUMBERTON — Tears of gratitude filled James Locklear’s eyes on Friday as he met and embraced the nurse who helped save his life nearly a month ago. Read the full story here.
– The RobesonianCollege basketball player grateful for second chance after going into cardiac arrest
January 3, 2020SAN ANTONIO (KENS) — For San Antonio resident Curtis Allen, his future goals revolved around the sport he loved. Allen started playing basketball as a child but never really grabbed the spotlight until he was in high school. Read the full story here.
– 13 WTHRAfter leaving hospital, man thanks Roseville, Minn. firefighters who helped save his life
ROSEVILLE, Minn. (FOX 9) – A man is crediting Roseville firefighters, along with other emergency workers, doctors, and even his friend, for saving his life. Read the full story here.
– Fox 9 KMSPFormer Mohun Bagan player dies after cardiac arrest during game
January 1, 2020Former Mohun Bagan and East Bengal defender Dhanarajan Radhakrishnan passed away on Sunday after suffering a cardiac arrest. He was playing a local Sevens (seven a side) football match in Perintalmanne in Kerala when the incident occurred. Read the full story here.
– The BridgeKaiser Permanente nurse saves life at SJ theater
December 31, 2019A quiet, after-work trip to a local theater to see the new Judy Garland movie quickly turned into a life-saving evening for Kaiser Permanente San Jose off-duty pediatric nurse practitioner Debbie Marquez, RN. Read the full story here.
– PatchCommunity Grieves At Passing Of Mahwah High School Junior, 16
December 30, 2019A community united in grief as word spread of the sudden death of a 16-year-old Mahwah High School junior. Read the full story here.
– Daily VoiceMan has heart attack while playing hockey, good Samaritans save his life
December 29, 2019MISSOULA- It’s a miracle on ice after good Samaritans jumped into action when a man had a heart attack on the Glacier Ice Rink in Missoula. Read the full story here.
– ABC Fox MontanaPC YMCA saves man’s life
December 27, 2019EATON — During the Eaton City Council meeting on Monday, Dec. 16, Eaton Fire Chief Brian Smith recognized Preble County YMCA staff members for their quick actions which saved the life of a client, Don Fetzer, who collapsed at the YMCA on Nov. 7. Read the full story here.
– The Register-HeraldGirl, 10, Dies After Cardiac Arrest on Plane Out of LAX
A 10-year-old girl died after she reportedly went into cardiac arrest on a plane out of Los Angeles International Airport on Thursday evening. Read the full story here.
– Daily BeastPost office delivers CPR to resident
December 26, 2019Brian Chacon said he just did what 911 dispatcher told him to do. Regardless, his actions saved a man’s life at the Renton Main Post Office. Read the full story here.
– Renton ReporterWeirton man saves high school student’s life
WEIRTON, W.Va. (WTRF) – The holidays are the most wonderful time of the year for most, but if it weren’t for one Weirton man, an Ohio Valley family might have had to spend the holidays grieving the death of their daughter. Read the full story here.
– WTRF.comMississippi teenager asks for Christmas cards as he waits for heart transplant
December 23, 2019JONES COUNTY, Miss. (WDAM) – 280. That is how many Christmas cards 14-year-old Waylon Walker received since he asked for them as gifts this year as he waits for a heart transplant. Read the full story here.
– 14 NewsPage High athletic trainer, coach recognized for their efforts, which saved a football player’s life
GREENSBORO — This holiday season, Tsedale Wallace is thankful for Page High School athletic trainer Lindsey Braddock and assistant football coach Chuck Mardis — and the lifesaving device that Braddock brings to every sports practice and game at the high school. Read the full story here.
– Greensboro.comNJ legislation would require AEDs in hotels – now is time to help get it passed!
December 21, 2019New Jersey legislation (S.3024/ A.4486) would require every hotel to “place AEDs throughout the hotel in a manner that ensures they are readily accessible in the event they are needed to respond to a sudden cardiac event.” Read the full story here.
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationTeen saves father’s life with CPR
December 20, 2019A 17-year-old is being credited for saving his father’s life after he administered CPR while his father was having a heart attack. Read the full story here.
– BlackBurn NewsKyle Hayes, Who Saved His Wife and Unborn Child with CPR, Is Named Winner of the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation’s People Saving People Award
Kyle Hayes, of Eastvale, California, has been named winner of the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation’s People Saving People Award for saving the lives of his wife, Jennifer, 34, and their unborn son with CPR. The announcement and award presentation took place at the Cardiac Arrest Survival Summit on December 13 in Seattle, WA. Read the [Read More...]
– CISION PRWebDunkirk teen credited with saving grandfather’s life
December 19, 2019It was a typical chilly November day, when David Taber, Sr. of Sheridan, went about his favorite task of picking up his adoring 13-year old granddaughter, Hannah Rosing, from Dunkirk Middle School. On any given day, David would stand beside the car and wave as Hannah exited the building after a full day of 8th [Read More...]
– 7 WKBW BuffaloNurse saves cyclist’s life when she spots him in cardiac arrest on roadside
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – A chance encounter became a miracle moment when a nurse was able to save a man’s life who went into cardiac arrest while biking. Read the full story here.
– Fox 46‘I’m happy to be here’: Man thanks slow-pitch teammate who helped save his life during game
December 18, 2019Seated further down the bench was Dave Hume, a 15-year CPR instructor, who started chest compressions. Hume told another teammate where to find an automated external defibrillator (AED) at another ball diamond in the park, which Hume used. Read the full story here.
– The Star PhoenixTeen CrossFit Games Athlete Jacob Morris Passed Away After Heart Surgery
We have learned of some truly heartbreaking news with the recent passing of Jacob Morris, a teen athlete who competed in the 16-17 division at the 2019 CrossFit Games back in August. He even placed 7th at the event although he was competing with a pre-existing heart condition. Read the full story here.
– Fitness VoltTwo McCollough/Unis Middle School teachers recognized for saving student
December 17, 2019Two teachers from McCollough/Unis School were recently honored for saving the life of an Unis Middle School student. Read the full story here.
– Press & GuideGirl, 7, saves mum’s life after performing CPR she learned on YouTube: ‘She’s my hero’
A seven-year-old girl has been hailed a hero after she administered emergency CPR on her mum, which she learned by watching videos on YouTube. Read the full story here.
– YahooFather-and-son battled to save mum on kitchen floor
December 15, 2019Sue Purvis, 65, almost lost her life after she suffered a sudden cardiac arrest while cooking dinner in her Wymondham home. Read the full story here.
– Eastern Daily PressCardiac Arrest Survivor Summit Opens with Inspirational Double Resuscitation Story
December 13, 2019The Cardiac Arrest Survivor Summit, sponsored by the Citizen CPR Foundation, is being held in Seattle this week. The Citizen CPR Foundation (CCPRF), founded in 1987, has sought to “strengthen the chain of aurvival,” a metaphor used to define the series of actions that improves the chance of survival for thousands of victims of sudden [Read More...]
– Journal of Emergency Medical ServicesTeen saves father weeks after being re-certified in CPR
BARROW COUNTY, Ga. — A Barrow County man might have died had it not been for the quick actions of his 17-year-old daughter. Read the full story here.
– WSB-TV 2Doctor Goes Into Cardiac Arrest At YMCA, Saved By Nurses
December 12, 2019MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — Dr. Joe Blonski happened to be at the right place at the right time when he went into cardiac arrest earlier this year. Read the full story here.
– CBS MinnesotaGood Samaritans save Wisconsin man in cardiac arrest at Mitchell International Airport
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) — A Wisconsin man is grateful to be alive after going into cardiac arrest at Mitchell International Airport. And on Tuesday, he got the chance to meet the people who saved his life. Read the full story here.
– CBS 58Man’s Heart Stops For 10 Minutes, Here’s Why He’s Alive Today
December 11, 2019MILFORD, CT — Meet Sean Hitchcock, 53. He’s only alive today because numerous people did everything perfectly and brought him back to life after his heart stopped for up to 10 minutes the day prior to Thanksgiving. Read the full story here.
– PatchA South Jersey doctor donated defibrillators to his town’s police. One saved a life.
Cynthia Zardus was in the kitchen of her Gloucester County home Oct. 12 when her heart stopped. Read the full story here.
– The Philadelphia Inquirer‘It’s like a miracle’: Hiker survives after her heart stops for 6 hours
December 10, 2019A hiker who survived for six hours after her heart stopped in a snowstorm in the Spanish Pyrenees says “it’s like a miracle” that she is still alive. Read the full story here.
– Today.comSpokane Valley Best Buy cashier performs CPR on customer Thanksgiving night
SPOKANE, Wash. – It’s a night one Spokane Valley woman won’t forget — working her first Black Friday. Read the full story here.
– KXLY.com‘I knew I had to do something’: Man gives 2-year-old CPR after crash in Coon Rapids
December 9, 2019COON RAPIDS, Minn. (FOX 9) – 29-year-old Mitch Heidmann guessed that he only had about one hour of CPR training in the last few years, but it was enough knowledge to try to save a 2-year-old after a crash. Read the full story here.
– Fox 46EXCLUSIVE: Man Who Went Into Cardiac Arrest During Philadelphia Half-Marathon Meets Runner Credited With Saving His Life
December 8, 2019PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — Only Eyewitness News was there when a runner met the man who helped save his life. When the son of the man who went into cardiac arrest appeared on Eyewitness News last month hoping to find the good Samaritan, the wife of the cardiologist who started CPR was watching. Read the full [Read More...]
– CBS PhillyBritish teacher brought back to life six hours after suffering cardiac arrest
December 6, 2019A British woman who got lost in a snowstorm in Spanish mountains the Pyrenees was revived six hours after she suffered a cardiac arrest, doctors revealed. Read the full story here.
– iNewsNorth Crowley coach thankful for ‘guardian angel’ athletic trainer for saving his life
During the holiday season, North Crowley football coach Jamal Adams has a lot to be thankful for. Read the full story here.
– Chicago TribuneCardiac Arrest Survivor Reunion
December 5, 2019Let us introduce you to the stars of the story: Read the full story here.
– Journal of Emergency Medical ServicesMilford mother saved after going into cardiac arrest six times
An unexpected and terrifying moment. Read the full story here.
– ABC 8SD high school basketball player dies during practice
December 4, 2019DUPREE, S.D. (KSFY) – Authorities in Ziebach County say a boys basketball player died Monday evening during practice in Dupree. Read the full story here.
– KSFY ABCLocal school district mourning loss of beloved student, talented athlete who died unexpectedly
WEST MIFFLIN, Pa. – A local school district is mourning the loss of a beloved student and talented athlete. Read the full story here.
– News WPXIMan saved by Good Samaritan gets to meet, thank nurse who saved his life
December 3, 2019CINCINNATI — Jerry Hollenkamp was driving to see a friend along Route 50 when he suddenly suffered a severe heart attack. Thanks to a passing nurse, Hollenkamp survived and gets a second chance to spend the holidays with his family. Read the full story here.
– 9 WCPOComets win first game of season against Redlands University after player collapses on court
The men’s basketball team had a rocky start to their season with a loss to UT-Arlington followed by a player collapsing on the court during a game. The team, which has a 2-1 overall record, is still recovering from the loss. Read the full story here.
– The MercuryDuluth’s Bishop Sirba dies of cardiac arrest at 59
December 2, 2019DULUTH, MN– The Diocese of Duluth announced Sunday that Bishop Paul Sirba died suddenly of cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– KBJR6.comFormer MLB pitcher Will Brunson suffers fatal heart attack while hiking Big Bend National Park
Former Major League Baseball pitcher Will Brunson died Saturday after suffering a heart attack while hiking at Big Bend National Park in Texas, his family said. Read the full story here.
– Fox NewsSNAP FITNESS CLUB DEFIBRILLATOR HELPS SAVE MEMBER’S LIFE
December 1, 2019A readily available Automated External Defibrillator (AED) at Victorian 24/7 fitness club, Snap Fitness Hampton, has contributed towards saving a club member’s life. Read the full story here.
– Aus LeisureStudents empowered through CPR training
High school student Delaney Hancock feels empowered by her CPR training. Read the full story here.
– The Peterborough ExaminerHarry Morton died from undiagnosed heart disease, preliminary tests show
November 29, 2019Restaurateur Harry Morton’s grief-stricken family has spoken of their loss following his death, with preliminary tests indicating that he died of undiagnosed heart disease. Read the full story here.
– Page SixModel-actor Godfrey Gao dies of cardiac arrest
Taiwan-born Canadian model-actor Godfrey Gao, 35, has died after he collapsed while filming a Chinese variety series in Zhejiang in eastern China. Read the full story here.
– The Straits TimesBolt For The Heart: How An AED Saved A Woman’s Life
November 27, 2019CARMEL, Ind. — She had just finished a 12-minute segment on the treadmill and was getting on the rower as she talked with some friends, that’s the last thing Jeanne Johnson remembers before she went into sudden cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– 93.1 WBICAmerican Heart Association debuts first hands-only CPR training kiosk
The American Heart Association can’t help you find that perfect Christmas gift at the mall. Read the full story here.
– Omaha.comHarrison Twp. police save woman in cardiac arrest, using medical device that had just been donated
November 26, 2019HARRISON TWP. – Cynthia Zardus was in cardiac arrest and there was no time to waste. Read the full story here.
– Courier PostThe Doctor is in: Sudden Cardiac Arrest in Youth
Did you know that 1 in 300 youth have a heart condition that puts them at risk for sudden cardiac arrest? We sat down to talk about SCA and how we can help prevent it and increase awareness. Visit ParentHeartWatch.org for more information. Read the full story here.
– News Channel 811-year-old diagnosed with rare heart condition after collapsing while playing basketball
November 25, 2019An 11-year-old student at Lakeview Public Schools collapsed while playing basketball. A week later, doctors say he’ll like need a heart transplant. Read the full story here.
– 5 ABC Eyewitness NewsTV actress Gehana Vasisth is recovering after cardiac arrest
On Thursday, actress Gehana Vasisth was admitted to a hospital in Malad after she suffered a cardiac arrest on the set of a web series in Madh Island. Read the full story here.
– Entertainment TimesOfficers commended for saving woman’s life
November 22, 2019SOUTH HAVEN — Over the past several years, South Haven Police Chief Natalie Thompson has made it a priority to have each squad car equipped with an automatic external defibrillator and that officers be trained on how to use them and administer CPR. Read the full story here.
– The Herald PalladiumAfter losing both parents, Cedar Valley student plans idea to help save others
In the future, Kennedy Hall envisions an automated CPR assistance device in every home, right beside a fire extinguisher. It’s a medical advancement that she knows could save lives — including both of her late parents. Read the full story here.
– MTECHMan Dies on New Jersey Transit Train, Raising Questions About Whether Trains Should Have AEDs
November 20, 2019A man who suffered a medical emergency died on a New Jersey Transit train on Monday, despite a doctor’s best efforts to save him. Read the full story here.
– PeopleStudent, 16, dies after collapsing during PE class at Edison Tech
Rochester, N.Y. (WHAM) – A 16-year-old student has died after collapsing at Edison Career and Technology High School on Tuesday. Read the full story here.
– 13 WHAMRockville Man Recognized For Saving Fellow Bus Passenger’s Life
November 19, 2019SILVER SPRING, MD — A Rockville man who performed CPR on a fellow bus passenger was honored last week for his life-saving work. Read the full story here.
– PatchUW students raise money to put AED in residence hall to save someone in cardiac arrest
MADISON, Wis. – The University of Wisconsin – Madison student organization Cardiac on Campus has raised $1,200 to buy an Automatic External Defibrillator, or AED, to keep in the Witte Residence Hall. Read the full story here.
– Channel 3000Sons, daughter awarded for saving dad’s life
November 18, 2019FARGO — It’s a family photo none of them ever expected to take. Read the full story here.
– InforumTexas Doctor Saves Referee’s Life After Sudden Heart Attack on the Field
Dennis Bennett, 69, had no idea what would take place when he stepped onto the field to referee a high school football game in North Texas. Read the full story here.
– BREITBARTSudden cardiac arrest briefly kills New Jersey man, 23; hypothermia used to prevent brain damage
November 16, 2019Moments after Brad Phelps took to the field for his first match with an indoor soccer league, he dropped dead. Read the full story here.
– Fox News9-year-old student dies after being found unresponsive at South Side elementary school: Police
CHICAGO — A 9-year-old girl with a history of health issues died after she was found unresponsive on a bus outside a South Side elementary school in Gage Park, according to police. Read the full story here.
– ABC 7 Eyewitness NewsA 22-year-old’s heart stopped for 12 minutes. Doctors used hypothermia to help.
November 15, 2019At the end of October, Brad Phelps joined an indoor soccer league, looking forward to meeting new friends. When the then-22-year-old took the field for his first match, his knees buckled and he fell to the ground — his heart had stopped. Read the full story here.
– TodayWife saves husband with CPR after heart attack leaves him slumped over steering wheel
A woman trained in CPR saved her husband’s life as he was driving the family home from a soccer game. Read the full story here.
– Click OrlandoMelissa ISD athletic trainer, doctor credited for saving umpire’s life
November 14, 2019MELISSA, Texas – The right people were there at the right time in Melissa to help a high school game official who went into sudden cardiac arrest last month. Read the full story here.
– Fox 43Flight attendant saves Fort Myers man’s life
FORT MYERS, Fla. — An off-duty Southwest Airlines flight attendant saved a man’s life with her quick actions. Read the full story here.
– ABC 7North Texas Umpire To Reunite With Man Who Saved His Life During Football Game
November 13, 2019MELISSA, Texas (CBSDFW.COM) — An umpire will be reunited with the man who saved his life at the Celina versus Melissa football game last month. Read the full story here.
– 21 CBS DFWWhat to do when someone suffers from Sudden Cardiac Arrest
Our hearts pump blood throughout the body with an electrical system inside our body repeatedly sending impulses to contract our heart’s chambers. But what if there is an electrical disturbance that could cause a sudden cardiac arrest? The situation could be deadly, so the action is required! Read the full story here.
– Fox 17Firefighter suffers cardiac arrest during structure fire in St. Maries
ST. MARIES, Idaho – The St. Maries Fire Protect District says a firefighter is recovering after experiencing cardiac arrest while fighting a fire Monday morning. Read the full story here.
– KHQ 06Free heart health screening for children in St. Lucie County
November 9, 2019ST. LUCIE COUNTY, Fla. — A local family has been working for more than a decade to help catch and treat potentially deadly heart conditions in children. Read the full story here.
– 5 WPTVWhat to do when someone suffers from Sudden Cardiac Arrest
Our hearts pump blood throughout the body with an electrical system inside our body repeatedly sending impulses to contract our heart’s chambers. But what if there is an electrical disturbance that could cause a sudden cardiac arrest? The situation could be deadly, so the action is required! Read the full story here.
– Fox 17 West MichiganMan Dies on New Jersey Transit Train, Raising Questions About Whether Trains Should Have AEDs
November 8, 2019A man who suffered a medical emergency died on a New Jersey Transit train on Monday, despite a doctor’s best efforts to save him. Read the full story here.
– PeopleCPR-trained Randolph man saves a life, urges others to learn
RANDOLPH TWP. – Because township resident Joe Bonilla wasn’t where he should have been on Sunday, Oct. 27, a young man didn’t die. Read the full story here.
– Randolph ReporterASU alum, student worker save man’s life during racquetball tournament
November 7, 2019Two minutes is all it took for a couple of Sun Devils to help save a life during a recent four-day racquetball tournament on the Tempe campus. Read the full story here.
– Arizona State UniversityCircleville officer honored for saving teen’s life during homecoming dance
CIRCLEVILLE, Ohio (WCMH) — A sergeant with the Circleville Police Department was honored with a life saving award for helping a student in cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– NBC 4Forest Park student athlete died of heart condition
November 6, 2019DUBOIS CO., Ind. (WFIE) – The Forest Park High School community is mourning the loss of a student. Read the full story here.
– 14 NewsWoman Travels Hundreds Of Miles To Thank Tulsa Paramedic Who Saved Her Life
COLLINSVILLE, Oklahoma – Mercy EMS paramedic Jeremy Fern and Paula Turner live on opposites sides of the country; but that all changed Saturday when both ended up in Fern’s house, all for Turner to share a simple hug, and a big thank you. Read the full story here.
– News9.comMadison fire chief rushes to help neighbor having heart attack
November 5, 2019MADISON (WKOW) — A Madison man is recovering today from a heart attack after his neighbor, Madison Fire Chief Steven Davis, rushed to his house with a portable AED. Read the full story here.
– 27 ABC WKOW11-year-old softball player dies suddenly after collapsing in game, Texas family says
An 11-year-old died after collapsing during a softball game over the weekend in Texas, her family says. Read the full story here.
– Fort-Worth Star Telegram8 Signs of Heart Problems During Exercise You Should Never Ignore
Exercise is vital for your cardiovascular health as well as overall well-being. And if done right, it is even safe to continue exercising regularly when you have heart diseases. But there are certain warning signs of heart diseases that you might experience during exercise and should not ignore: Read the full story here.
– International Business TimesChicago police sergeant running in Hot Chocolate Run in full SWAT gear, saves life, gets engaged
CHICAGO (WLS) — A Chicago police sergeant managed to run a race, save a life and get engaged all in the same day. Read the full story here.
– ABC 7 Eyewitness NewsNeighbors team up to save sudden cardiac arrest victim in Helena
November 2, 2019HELENA – An out-of-the-ordinary trip home during the work day turned into a lifesaving effort for two neighbors in the Appleford neighborhood in the Hillsboro community of Helena. Read the full story here.
– Helena ReporterLIFE-SAVING ACTION: Marshall ISD athletic trainer saves 8th-grade football player after collapse on field
MARSHALL, Texas (KETK) – A Marshall ISD football player is alive after he collapsed during a game earlier this week. If not for the quick thinking of the athletic trainer, things might have turned out differently. Read the full story here.
– KETK Fox 51How CPR could save the lives of those you love
November 1, 2019FAMILY 411 — It’s something no parent wants to think about, but accidents can happen at any time. Read the full story here.
– KMEG 14 Fox 44FMC recognizes lifesaving efforts at local business
LANCASTER — On Monday, Oct. 28, Fairfield Medical Center and the Greenfield Township Fire Department recognized the lifesaving efforts of staff at Matt Taylor Kia in Lancaster, who jumped into action when their co-worker, Doug Mosack, suffered a heart attack in August. Read the full story here.
– The Logan Daily News‘Peyton’s Law’ passes Senate unanimously
October 31, 2019HARRISBURG, Pa. – The Peyton Walker Foundation today celebrates the Pennsylvania State Senate’s unanimous passage of Senate Bill 836, known as “Peyton’s Law,” and lauds Sen. Mike Regan (R-District 31) for his sponsorship, leadership and staunch advocacy for the measure. Read the full story here.
– Fox 43From practice to play: 19th AMXS Airman saves life
LITTLE ROCK AIR FORCE BASE, Ark. — U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Brett Bibel, 19th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron aerospace propulsion craftsman, responded with a sense of urgency to a man showing symptoms of cardiac arrest after his rugby match in Little Rock, Arkansas, October 5, 2019. Read the full story here.
– Team MCCHOROAndile Gumbi, Former Simba of Broadway’s The Lion King, Dies at 36
October 30, 2019Andile Gumbi, a rising star who took the Broadway stage in The Lion King, passed away recently in Israel after suffering cardiac arrest, according to Eyewitness News. Gumbi was 36. Read the full story here.
– Broadway.comPopeyes employees perform CPR on man who stopped breathing in drive-thru
ELLISVILLE, Mo. (KMOV.com) — A man was reunited with the Popeyes employees and first-responders who performed CPR on him when he stopped breathing in the drive-thru line. Read the full story here.
– KMOV4Woman Meets 911 Dispatcher Who Guided Her Through CPR, Helped Save Her Sister’s Life
October 29, 2019CHICAGO (CBS) — Monday is National First Responders Day – a day to show our gratitude for those on the front lines, getting us through the emergencies we can’t handle on our own. Read the full story here.
– CBS ChicagoAEDs in the workplace
October 28, 2019An automated external defibrillator is a device used to treat victims of sudden cardiac arrest. SCA occurs when the heart suddenly and unexpectedly stops beating, interrupting blood flow and oxygen to the heart and brain. It’s a leading cause of death in the United States1 and can occur at any time – even in people [Read More...]
– Safety & HealthHamilton police officer credited with saving 7-year-old who collapsed during Terry Fox Run
October 27, 2019The family of a 7-year-old girl is grateful for the actions of a quick-thinking Hamilton police officer, who’s credited with saving her life after she collapsed during a school run in early October. Read the full story here.
– Global NewsWhiteland football player’s family learns why he died 2 months later
REENWOOD, Ind. (WISH) — After two months of unanswered questions, a Greenwood family finally knows what caused their teenage son’s death, just two days after News 8 took their concerns to the county coroner. Read the full story here.
– WISHTV.comA breath of new life
October 25, 2019The College of Anaesthesiologists and Intensivists of Sri Lanka celebrated World Restart a Heart Day and World Anaesthesia Day on October 16. Read the full story here.
– Daily News600 ‘healthy’ young people die needlessly every year
HUNDREDS of young people are dying needlessly every year due to a lack of access to heart screening, a charity warns today. More than 600 seemingly healthy under-35s die every year from undiagnosed conditions. Read the full story here.
– ExpressTesting for conditions that could put teens at risk for sudden cardiac arrest
October 24, 2019It seems unimaginable — a healthy teenage athlete collapsing on the playing field from sudden cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– Edward-Elmhurst Health‘Brought back from the dead.’ 2 Charlotte area men say this will save your life, too.
Jib Street and Jeff Hayton are the lucky ones. Read the full story here.
– The Charlotte ObserverCardiac Arrest Survivor Aims To Raise Awareness
October 23, 2019October is Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness month. On Tuesday, Dale Wakasugi and Jill Bjornson stopped by WCCO to discuss ways you can be prepared (4:27). Read the full story here.
– Yahoo! NewsBystanders credited with saving life of Mona Shores football fan
MUSKEGON COUNTY, MI – The cross-town rivals were set for their football match-up and the band was on the field ready to play the national anthem when Robert Mirkle collapsed. Read the full story here.
– Michigan LiveFootball Official Thanks Rescuers Who Saved Him Friday
October 22, 2019A North Texas high school football game came to a sudden stop for several minutes on Friday night, after an official collapsed on the field. Dennis Bennett, 69, suffered a heart attack while officiating the game between Celina High School and Melissa High school. Read the full story here.
– 5 NBC DFWYouth baseball player reunites with firefighter who saved his life
PIKE CO., Ind. (WFIE) – A youth baseball player reunited with the man who helped save his life after the boy was hit in the chest by a baseball. Read the full story here.
– 14 News‘Heroes’ honoured for saving 14-year-old kid’s life in Surrey
October 21, 2019Uppal, a lifeguard at the Surrey Sports and Leisure Centre, had been performing CPR on the 14-year-old, who suddenly collapsed while working out in the weight room. When Uppal and his colleagues arrived, Alex was unconscious, convulsing, and did not have a pulse. Read the full story here.
– Vancouver SunSaving lives from sudden cardiac arrest reliant on community response | Opinion
October 20, 2019Many people know that October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Domestic Violence Awareness Month, but most probably don’t know it’s also Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) Awareness Month. Read the full story here.
– Statesman JournalSchool officials saved a student’s life
(CNN) – M.J. Crumity was just an ordinary eighth-grade boy playing dodgeball in his gym class in Florida on October 1 when his pacemaker quit working. What happened next was extraordinary. Read the full story here.
– Channel 3000Heart of the matter: Pointer uses time on transplant list to inform, inspire
October 19, 2019Lifelong Grosse Pointer Victoria Wyatt has been piecing together a bucket list. Read the full story here.
– Grosse Point NewsMan’s heart stopped in a Wausau gym, how strangers brought it back.
WAUSAU, Wis. (WAOW) — Tom King was doing a bicep curl when his heart stopped on October 8, strangers kept it beating. Read the full story here.
– News 9Cardiac arrest survivor saved by bystanders encourages others to get CPR training
October 17, 2019RICHMOND, Va. (WWBT) – A cardiac arrest survivor was saved thanks to the quick actions of some bystanders at the Richmond International Airport. She now hopes to encourage others to receive the possibly life-saving training to help others. Read the full story here.
– NBC 2 On Your SideSudden cardiac arrest in high school athletes addressed in new Pennsylvania bill
Every year, hundreds of young athletes across the country are the victims of sudden cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– USA Today High School SportsFSC mourns death of student
October 16, 2019On Tuesday, Oct. 8, senior accounting and math major Dalton Beitel was found unresponsive in his Lake Hollingsworth apartment by his roommates, according to Dean of Students Mike Crawford. Read the full story here.
– The SouthernMiracle in Madison County: Student revived by SRO and school nurse
MADISON COUNTY, Fla. (WCTV) – A Madison County boy is being called a walking miracle. Melivn Crumity, otherwise known as MJ, was revived by local heroes after his pacemaker failed and his heart stopped during school last Tuesday. Read the full story here.
– WCTV.tvOff-Duty Trooper Gives Life-Saving CPR At Prudential Center
October 15, 2019Trooper Cassandra Pugh was attending an event at the arena on Sunday, Oct. 6 when she heard someone calling for help in a nearby bathroom, New Jersey State Police said. Read the full story here.
– Essex Daily Voice‘She saved my life’
HILO — Rachele Halliday looked as if she didn’t quite place his face at first. Read the full story here.
– West Hawaii TodayTeam effort helps Woodruff athletic trainers save a life
October 14, 2019When Jennifer Chesson raced into the stands at Varner Stadium on Sept. 13, she didn’t know what she’d find. Read the full story here.
– Go UpstateOff-duty trooper saves woman’s life at Hugh Jackman concert
October 13, 2019NEWARK, N.J. (WPIX/CNN) – Even without the uniform on, people are calling a state trooper in New Jersey a hero, but she says she was in the right place at the right time. Read the full story here.
– 7 NewsEsko High School football player dies after collapsing on field
A 15-year-old Esko High School football player died Friday after collapsing on the field during a game. Read the full story here.
– Star TribuneIU says boy pulled from river on campus ‘may have received an electric shock’
October 12, 2019BLOOMINGTON, Ind. (WTHR) – Indiana University police and first responders pulled a 9-year-old boy from a river on campus Thursday. Read the full story here.
– 13 WTHRThree park district employees honored for using AED to help man felled by a heart attack
Little did Mike DiCristina know but a bee sting would result in he and two coworkers helping to save a man’s life. Read the full story here.
– Chicago TribuneNew law aims to increase heart attack survival rates with register of all public defibrillators
October 11, 2019Proposals for a Member’s Bill to ensure that defibrillators are registered, so 999 emergency call handlers know where they are installed, have been announced today by Scottish Labour MSP Anas Sarwar. Read the full story here.
– The ScotsmanCincinnati woman dies after collapsing on Alabama college campus
October 10, 2019TUSKEGEE, Ala. — A woman from Cincinnati has died after collapsing on campus at Tuskegee University in Alabama. Read the full story here.
– WLWT5Tailgaters save Texans fan whose heart stopped at Sunday’s game
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — Some Texans tailgaters are being hailed as heroes after saving a man’s life prior to last weekend’s game. Read the full story here.
– ABC 13 Eyewitness NewsSheriff’s Office adds defibrillator’s to patrol vehicles
October 9, 2019The Yolo County Sheriff’s Office has begun deploying AED’s throughout its Field Operations Division to help save lives across the county. Read the full story here.
– Daily DemocratWarner University football player dies after drill
LAKE WALES, Fla — A Warner University football player died following a non-contact drill, the school said in a statement. Read the full story here.
– WTSP 10 NewsBystanders May Hesitate to Perform CPR for Fear of Causing Harm
October 8, 2019People who witness a cardiac arrest may be reluctant to perform CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation), and their reasons shed light on how CPR training and public awareness can be improved, researchers say. Read the full story here.
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationMcLean County foundation to donate AEDs to 3 B-N schools
NORMAL — A Normal-based foundation, which in 2018 committed to donating and placing life-saving automated external defibrillators in 10 McLean County high schools, will make its final three donations this week. Read the full story here.
– The PantagraphOff-duty Barnegat police officer dies after going into cardiac arrest at construction site
October 6, 2019An off-duty Barnegat police officer died Wednesday after going into cardiac arrest at a construction site in Lakewood, authorities said. Read the full story here.
– True New Jersey‘It happens anywhere:’ Petaluma responders praised for CPR save
October 4, 2019Angelica Rivas was stretching one of her clients when a fellow City Sports Club trainer, Matthew Eckerson, called her attention to a gym member that had just collapsed. Read the full story here.
– Argus CourierDeath Valley visitor saved by CPR, AED
DEATH VALLEY – Visitors, park rangers, and Mercy Air combined efforts to successfully save a man’s life after an apparent cardiac emergency in Death Valley National Park. Read the full story here.
– Taft Midway DrillerUpdate: Rusheon football player hospitalized after collapsing during game expected to make full recovery
October 3, 2019A Rusheon Middle school student hospitalized Tuesday night after collapsing during an eighth-grade football game in Stonewall is expected to make a full recovery. Read the full story here.
– Bossier Press-TribuneTeenager’s close call at Burgess Pool has a happy ending
October 2, 2019On June 28, a teenager finished her backstroke race in a swim meet at Burgess Pool in Menlo Park, took off her goggles and then lost consciousness and slipped below the water. Read the full story here.
– The AlmanacCards beat writer helps save life in Cubs dugout
October 1, 2019St. Louis Cardinals beat writer Derrick Goold performed CPR on a man in distress Sunday in the Chicago Cubs dugout in St. Louis, helping to save his life. Read the full story here.
– ABC 7Firefighters ‘forever changed’ after meeting 13-year-old who survived after one hour of CPR
WEST JORDAN, Utah — Thirteen-year-old Makenzie Madsen is lucky to be alive, but that’s nothing new to her. She has known that her whole life. She has cardiomyopathy and had her first heart transplant when she was just 14 months old. Read the full story here.
– Fox 13After 5th Grader’s Death At St. Paul School, Community Awaits Autopsy Results
September 30, 2019A St. Paul student died at the island’s school last week. Read the full story here.
– KUCBThousands of Orange County high school students learn CPR in honor of World Heart Day
ORLANDO, Fla. (FOX 35 ORLANDO) – Nearly 40,000 Orange County Public School high school students learned how to administer hands-only CPR in honor of World Heart Day on Sept. 29. Read the full story here.
– Fox 352 ‘Heroes’ Honored For Saving Life At NorCal Gym
September 28, 2019PETALUMA, CA — Petaluma Health Care District in partnership with the Petaluma Fire Department presented two Golden Heart Awards Thursday to Angelica Rivas and David Cassetta for the actions they took in saving a life with the help of an AED — automated external defibrillator —and CPR — cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Read the full story here.
– PatchNashville woman confronts random strangers to teach life-saving techniques
NASHVILLE, TN (WSMV) – It’s an early weekday morning in Centennial Park. People are jogging, walking their dogs, exercising, minding their own business… when suddenly the silence is interrupted by the voice of a woman, holding a mannequin, chasing people down. Read the full story here.
– News 4 NBCWhen a Frankfort mom went into cardiac arrest, her teenage son used CPR to save her life
September 27, 2019A Frankfort teen and his younger siblings are being hailed as heroes after jumping into action last month when their mom collapsed from cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– Chicago TribuneLocal volleyball star died in her sleep. How her teammates, others are remembering her.
It was the weekend of Aug. 17, the second tournament of the high school volleyball season. Boyd was in Glen Rose, but with a break, the team decided to get snow cones. Read the full story here.
– Dow VarsityChesapeake man shares near-death experience, meets first responders who saved him
September 26, 2019CHESAPEAKE, Va. – For Shawn Piazza and his wife Jennifer, February 18, 2019, is the day that changed everything. Read the full story here.
– WTKR11-year-old child collapses during Klein football event
KLEIN, Texas (KTRK) — An 11-year-old child has been taken to the hospital after being found unconscious and unresponsive during a football event. Read the full story here.
– ABC 13 Eyewitness NewsOne day. Two half-marathons. Two cities. Two dead
September 25, 2019Two men competing in separate half-marathons, in two different cities, died Sunday after medical staff were unable to resuscitate them. Read the full story here.
– National PostLewisville HS Football Player Collapses, Dies in Twin Brother’s Arms, Family Says
A North Texas high school is mourning the sudden death of a 16-year-old football player who reportedly collapsed and died in his twin brother’s arms while playing tag. Read the full story here.
– NBC DFW 5Mark Langston ‘resting comfortably’ after terrifying scene in Angels broadcast booth
HOUSTON — As Mark Langston spent Saturday resting comfortably and undergoing tests in a Houston hospital, his partner was still shaken over what he’d seen the night before. Read the full story here.
– The Orange County RegisterWhat is an implanted cardioverter-defibrillator, and who needs one?
September 21, 2019Defibrillators are devices that can detect — and correct — potentially deadly heart rhythms. The most common is ventricular fibrillation, which makes the heart’s lower chambers (ventricles) quiver without actually squeezing and pumping. Blood stops flowing to the brain and other organs, causing the person to pass out. Death can occur within minutes. Read the [Read More...]
– Harvard HealthMichael Philpott receives STARS Award for saving life of pickle ball player
Murfreesboro Parks & Rec Department employee Michael Philpott has been named STARS award recipient for September. Philpott was honored prior to the Murfreesboro City Council meeting, held Thursday, Sept. 19. Read the full story here.
– Murfreesboro Voice‘I was all but dead’: Cardiac arrest victim shares story at luncheon
September 20, 2019Donald Rullman and his wife, Debbie, had just returned to their Westmont home after a happy night out on July 29 when Donald told Debbie he wasn’t feeling well and was going to lie down. Read the full story here.
– The Tribune DemocratOhio Man Survives Extreme Cardiac Event, Receives 30+ Defibrillations
A Northeast Ohio man who experienced what likely would have been a deadly heart attack is home with his family thanks to the steadfast medical professionals determined to save his life. Read the full story here.
– Journal of Emergency Medical ServicesOptimal AED placements may lead to better cardiac arrest outcomes
September 18, 2019Automated external defibrillators (AEDs) are often placed in areas of low risk and may be unavailable during certain times of the day. Determining the optimal location for AEDs may lead to increased defibrillation by bystanders and increased survival in those experiencing out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA), according to research published today in the Journal of the [Read More...]
– News Medical Life SciencesFairmount firefighter at Dome saves man in cardiac arrest during SU-Clemson game
SYRACUSE, N.Y. — A Fairmount firefighter watching Clemson play Syracuse at the Dome on Saturday noticed a fellow fan was losing consciousness in the middle of the second quarter. Read the full story here.
– Syracuse.com15-year-old boy honored for saving father’s life
September 17, 2019SULPHUR, La. (KPLC) – A young boy is being recognized by first responders for his heroic act of courage earlier this year. Read the full story here.
– 7 KPLCChula Vista Chick-fil-A employee saves man’s life
CHULA VISTA, Calif. (KGTV) – A South Bay Chick-fil-A employee is being hailed as a hero for springing into action during a life-or-death situation that was unfolding outside of the restaurant. Read the full story here.
– ABC News 10Sgt. Jake McAbee honored with Life Saving Award
On the 7th day of August, 2019 at about 9:20 p.m. calls came into the St. Croix County dispatch center where Sgt. McAbee responded to an address in the Village of Baldwin Dispatch had received a couple 911 hang ups. Sgt. McAbee responded quickly to find a female on the floor in her bedroom. Read [Read More...]
– Baldwin BulletinCommunity Mourns Death of High School Football Player Who Collapsed Mid-Game
A high school football player in West Virginia died after collapsing on the field during a game Friday, Sept. 13. Read the full story here.
– NTDAvera Medical Minute: AED at Leif Ericson Camp saves life
September 14, 2019Chris Dieters is grateful for a second lease on life. While packing up and saying her goodbyes on the last day of Leif Ericson camp, she collapsed. Read the full story here.
– KSFY ABCWhiteland High School football player dies suddenly
The town of Whiteland is grieving the loss of a beloved high school sophomore and football player. Read the full story here.
– The Southside TimesNassau teen meets officers who saved her from sudden cardiac arrest
September 13, 2019A family got to meet the Nassau County police officers who saved their teenage daughter’s life. Read the full story here.
– News 12 Long IslandDeputy honored for saving Sevier County man’s life
Dying was the last thing Seth Lafollette expected on July 13, when he and a friend, Koleman Roach, hit the waters of Poland Creek for a fishing tournament. Read the full story here.
– The Daily TimesTeen football player dies after being pulled from NW Indiana high school pool
September 12, 2019UNINCORPORATED GARY, Ind. (WLS) — A 14-year-old football player has died after he was found unresponsive at the bottom of a high school pool in Northwest Indiana Wednesday, the school’s superintendent said. Read the full story here.
– ABC 7 NewsMan hailed as hero for saving life of neighbor in cardiac arrest
MEQUON, Wis — A Mequon man heard cries from his new neighbor’s condo and ran to help. Jeff Tilisch’s CPR training from decades ago helped save his life. Read the full story here.
– Fox 43QUICK-THINKING NURSING STUDENT RESUSCITATES FELLOW DINER
September 10, 2019Michelle Carroll, a University of Virginia graduate nursing student, was at Blue Mountain Brewery in Afton on Friday evening when a fellow diner at a neighboring table went into cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– UVA TodayLocal nurse recognized by American Red Cross after lifesaving actions
September 9, 2019TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) – Friday, a local nurse’s heroic efforts were recognized by the American Red Cross. Read the full story here.
– My Wabash ValleyGroup effort saves man suffering cardiac arrest at Palatine golf course
Golf may be an individual sport, but it took a team of seven working together to save a golfer who suffered cardiac arrest this summer shortly after teeing off on the first hole at Palatine Hills Golf Course. Read the full story here.
– Daily HeraldMadison Central athletic trainer credited for saving the life of player that collapsed
September 7, 2019MADISON, Miss. (WJTV) — Tuesday afternoon was a just a normal practice at Madison Central until the unthinkable happened. Sophomore tight end Jack Houston collapsed. Read the full story here.
– WJTV.comEMT’s revive man who collapsed during Connecticut road race
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (AP) — A 62-year-old man who collapsed while participating in a road race in Connecticut over the weekend was revived thanks to a quick-thinking bystander and fire department emergency medical technicians. Read the full story here.
– News 8 WTNHJoplin High School football player collapses after practice, later dies at hospital
September 6, 2019JOPLIN, Mo. — A Joplin student athlete died after an afternoon football practiceWednesday. Read the full story here.
– Fox4KC.comPlayer who collapsed on mound working to make more AEDs available
OLATHE, Kan. — Brennan Connell is recovering from sudden cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– KMBC News 9Halifax man says AED, bystanders saved his life at movie theatre
September 5, 2019It was a life-or-death situation at a Halifax movie theatre last week when a man in the audience went into cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– CTV News AtlanticUniversity of Utah statement about Elva Torres
The University of Utah campus community is mourning the death of student and ROTC cadet Elva Torres. Read the full story here.
– @The USaving a young life
September 4, 2019A Thomson woman is thankful that the coaches at Thomson High School knew CPR and the availability of an AED device saved her son’s life. Read the full story here.
– The McDuffie ProgressSports briefs: Boy who died after football practice had heart condition
September 2, 2019SARANAC, Mich. — Officials say a western Michigan boy who died after collapsing during football practice had a heart condition. Read the full story here.
– Telegraph Herald5 Tips to Combat ICD Anxiety
They work by delivering either a painless pacing sequence or a jolt of electricity to a person experiencing a life-threatening arrhythmia, or abnormal heart rhythm. But ICDs can also cause anxiety and stress for many patients who have one implanted. Read the full story here.
– Michigan HealthYoung football player died from cardiac arrest, doctor says
August 31, 2019SARANAC, MI — A young football player who collapsed at practice Wednesday died from sudden cardiac arrest, according to the Kent County Medical Examiner’s Office. Read the full story here.
– Michigan LiveTragic Sudden Death Prompts Family to Start Life-Saving Mission
On a Friday morning in February 2010, Michael Vincent Sage, of Guilford, arrived at work. The young attorney and Quinnipiac alum poured himself a cup of coffee, chatted with co-workers, walked to the bathroom and suddenly collapsed. Read the full story here.
– NBC ConnecticutOuachita assistant has near-death experience at practice
August 30, 2019A Ouachita Parish assistant coach collapsed at practice Monday before athletic trainer Phillip Shaw reacted immediately to resuscitate him. Read the full story here.
– The Ouachita CitizenMan meets nurse who saved life by performing CPR after he went into cardiac arrest while jogging
LEBANON COUNTY, Pa. — A Lebanon County man has a lot to be thankful for after a woman he didn’t know helped save his life. Read the full story here.
– 8 WGALLifesavers: North Andover Police officer, two firefighters honored for reviving resident
August 29, 2019On July 16, just after noon, North Andover dispatch received a 911 call about a woman having chest pains. Read the full story here.
– North Andover Wicked LocalMarine poolee dies in Maryland after run portion of Corps’ initial strength test
A future Marine recruit died Friday after completing the run portion of the Corps’ initial strength test held in Frederick, Maryland, according to Marine Corps officials. Read the full story here.
– Marine TimesFast-acting Tioga Downs employee saves Johnson City man’s life
August 28, 2019SAYRE, P.A. (WBNG) — One man is saying thank you after quick thinking ultimately saved his life. Read the full story here.
– WBNG.comHialeah Gardens teen praised after resuscitating fellow student’s father
HIALEAH GARDENS, FLA. (WSVN) – A South Florida teen is being hailed a hero after he put his CPR training to use in order to save the father of a fellow student. Read the full story here.
– 7 News Miami‘They saved my son’s life’: Coaches credited after athlete goes into cardiac arrest
August 27, 2019After a Georgia high school football player went into cardiac arrest on the field, the quick acting of coaches and the athletic trainer saved his life. Read the full story here.
– USA Today High School SportsCohoes boy saves grandmother from cardiac arrest
When a Cohoes grandmother recently went into cardiac arrest, her grandson sprang into action and made a big difference. Read the full story here.
– News Channel 13Brevard County schools make ECGs mandatory for student athletes 7th grade and up
August 26, 2019BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — It’s been nearly two years since a Brevard County middle schooler who played youth football died after collapsing between classes. Read the full story here.
– WESH 2Cardiac death underscores schools’ need for devices, training
The collapse and subsequent death of a teenage student earlier this month highlights the importance of emergency response training among school staff. Although an investigation is still ongoing, Clayton County officials have confirmed that Imani Bell, a junior at Elite Scholars Academy, suffered cardiac arrest during a preseason basketball workout. Read the full story here.
– AJCNaperville man’s fate could have been death had his wife and son not known CPR — and now they want to teach others
August 23, 2019Naperville resident Rudi Tanck’s near-death experience during a trip to Alabama to visit family is inspiring others to invest in CPR training and seek medical help. Read the full story here.
– Chicago TribuneCPR, AED training now required for Georgia high school football coaches
SAVANNAH, Ga. (WTOC) – Thursday marks the first night of high school football in the Coastal Empire, and head coaches in Georgia are implementing some rule changes. Read the full story here.
– WTOC 11Why doesn’t every golf course have at least one defibrillator?
August 22, 2019Imagine stepping up to the eighth tee at your favourite golf course. You are as far away from the clubhouse as you will be at any other point during the day. Suddenly, you feel intense pain in your chest as you struggle to breathe. You quickly realise you are in the midst of cardiac arrest [Read More...]
– National Club GolferY employees use AED to save life
Critical seconds tick away. Training takes over. Josh Eckstein, a lifeguard at the Southeastern Indiana YMCA, knew what to do while on duty one morning in late July when he saw a Y member start to go under the water, says marketing coordinator Kathleen Bohman. Read the full story here.
– The Herald-TribuneFoley Elementary School teachers save co-worker’s life
August 21, 2019A Baldwin County school employee is getting a second chance at life thanks to the quick actions of some teachers and a nearby Automated External Defibrillator or AED. Custodial worker, Jerry Holley had a heart attack on the job and was unresponsive when he was found. Read the full story here.
– Fox 10Florence community mourns sudden death of 9th grader
FLORENCE, AZ — The Florence Unified School District is mourning the loss of a 9th grade student who died Monday evening. Read the full story here.
– ABC 15 ArizonaDevelopment of a novel risk prediction model for sudden cardiac death in childhood hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM risk-kids)
August 20, 2019Researchers sought to develop and validate a sudden cardiac death (SCD) risk prediction model that could provide individualized risk estimates in children with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. Read the full story here.
– MD LinxWoman saved by coworkers after cardiac arrest
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – Employees at the Leif Ericson Camp in Sioux Falls are receiving recognition today after their quick action helped save a life. Read the full story here.
– KeloLandWATCH: Heart attack victim meets life guards who helped save his life
August 19, 2019Pleasanton, CA (KPIX ) — There was a special reunion in the East Bay Thursday between the victim of a sudden cardiac arrest and the people who saved his life. Read the full story here.
– Fox Carolina16-year-old basketball player dies from heat after outdoor conditioning
A 16-year-old Georgia girls basketball player died after outdoor conditioning drills on Tuesday, the day that tied the record of hottest on that date in the area’s history, according to WSB-TV2. Read the full story here.
– Ask NCSAHart’s heart: Fast-acting residents aid runner suffering from cardiac arrest in Pleasanton
August 16, 2019While on a run on Stanley Boulevard outside of Shadow Cliffs Regional Recreation Area in Pleasanton earlier this year, Albert Hart suffered sudden cardiac arrest just a week before his 28th wedding anniversary. Read the full story here.
– Pleasanton WeeklyYouth football player who collapsed and died remembered at gathering in Windgap
Standing 6 feet tall, weighing 185 pounds and fitting into a size 13 shoe, 13-year-old Jordan Duckett would have been a match for anyone his age. Read the full story here.
– Pittsburgh Post-GazetteNurses at recruitment event step in to resuscitate passer by
August 15, 2019The nurses, who all work for Aneurin Bevan University Health Board, were hosting a recruitment day in Abergavenny, when a member of the public rushed in to say a man had been taken ill outside, explained experienced critical care nurse Sally Heal. Read the full story here.
– Nursing TimesVIDEO: NEFC COACHES RESPOND QUICKLY TO SAVE A PLAYER’S LIFE IN FACE OF DIRE MEDICAL EMERGENCY
MILLFORD, Mass | On June 19, what began as a regular practice for the NEFC 2003 NPL boys team quickly turned into a terrifying situation. Shortly into practice, 16-year-old Charlie Zwierzchowski started a goalkeeper drill with coach Jeff Causey, when he became delirious, collapsed and started seizing before becoming unable to breathe. Zwierzchowski then entered cardiac [Read More...]
– US Club SoccerAugust is the deadliest month for football players, and it’s not because of injuries
August 14, 2019Joanne Atkins-Ingram remembers every detail as she watched her 19-year-old son, Braeden Bradforth, walk through Newark Liberty International Airport last August, heading off to play football for a community college in rural Kansas. Read the full story here.
– The Philadelphia InquirerFDNY Lt. dies from sudden heart attack after 24-hour shift in Bronx
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — An FDNY lieutenant had reached his home in Monroe, N.Y., after a 24-hour shift, when he suffered a fatal heart attack on Friday evening. Read the full story here.
– SiLive.comBystanders Rally to Save Doctor Felled By Cardiac Arrest While Riding
August 13, 2019“So when your heart stops beating you’re supposed to die. Thankfully I had a guardian angel (and EMT) riding just behind me. Prompt CPR and medical attention saved me. I’m going to celebrate June 8th as my second birthday because this truly is a second lease on life…Now I just need to find my guardian [Read More...]
– Bicycling.comShawn Mendes video chats teen who missed concert after going into cardiac arrest
HOLLYWOOD, Fla. (WHDH) — A teenager who missed pop star Shawn Mendes’ concert after going into cardiac arrest received a video call that she will never forget. Read the full story here.
– News 7 Boston21-year-old visitor rescued from waters off Kealia Beach
August 12, 2019HONOLULU (KHON2) — Lifeguards rescued a 21-year-old male visitor from waters off Kealia Beach Thursday afternoon, Aug. 8. Read the full story here.
– Khon 2Pocatello police officer, dispatcher being credited with saving heart attack victim’s life
POCATELLO — A police officer and emergency dispatcher are being credited with saving the life of a man who nearly died early Saturday morning from a massive heart attack. Read the full story here.
– Idaho State JournalMeet Skylar Wilson, an Alabama student saved by an AED in her school last October
August 10, 2019Skylar Wilson of Muscle Shoals is an active, healthy middle schooler. On October 15, 2018, she experienced sudden cardiac arrest while at school. Her life was saved by an AED (Automated External Defibrillator). Alabama LifeStart, a program of Children’s of Alabama in Birmingham, is ensuring access to these lifesaving devices in schools across the state. [Read More...]
– Bham NowHolmes High School student, 16, who suddenly died in Ingram Park Mall parking lot identified
SAN ANTONIO – UPDATE: The medical examiner identified the 16-year-old Holmes High School student who suddenly died in the parking lot of Ingram Park Mall as Jaiden Curtis. Read the full story here.
– KSAT 12Lifesavers: CPR Keeps Local Man Alive
August 9, 2019ST. JOHNSBURY — It was around 7 p.m. on Friday, July 12, when D.J. Rousseau began to feel lightheaded. Read the full story here.
– Caledonian RecordMan saved at Henrico library: ‘If it wasn’t for these fine ladies, I wouldn’t be around’
HENRICO COUNTY, Va. — A Sandston man is thanking the two librarians and nurse who helped save his life last week at Libbie Mill Library. Read the full story here.
– CBS 6Dale County football player who collapsed at practice recovering well in Birmingham hospital
August 8, 2019A day after collapsing in an early morning practice, Dale County 15-year-old sophomore football player Adaveion Jackson was moving around and eating Wednesday at UAB Hospital in Birmingham, according to Dale County Superintendent Ben Baker. Read the full story here.
– Dothan EagleEmergency responders combine efforts to save a life
CENTREVILLE — On July 24, a sudden cardiac arrest death struck a patron at the Queenstown Moose Lodge. At about 10:15 p.m. the Queen Anne’s County Department of Emergency Services 911 center received a call for a non-breathing and unresponsive subject at the Moose Lodge on Main Street. Read the full story here.
– Bay Times and Record Observer12-year-old boy calls 911, saves his firefighter dad who suffered sudden cardiac arrest
August 7, 2019OVERLAND PARK, Kan. — A metro firefighter used to running toward danger ended up needing some help of his own. Read the full story here.
– Fox4KC.comDale County football player airlifted to UAB after collapsing during morning practice
Dale County Superintendent Ben Baker has always been a firm believer in Automated External Defibrillators – AEDs. Read the full story here.
– Dothan EagleWoman reunites with paramedic who saved her 7 years after collapse
August 6, 2019CYPRESS, Texas (KTRK) — A woman who nearly died in 2012 was reunited with the paramedic who saved her, and showed her how he did it. Read the full story here.
– ABC 13Teen makes history with untested heart surgery
COPPERAS COVE, TX. — Thirteen-year-old Angelica Torres of Copperas Cove has become the first child in the United States to have a heart loop monitor embedded into her chest. Read the full story here.
– ABC 25Olathe mother helping to educate others about cardiac arrest in youth and teens
August 5, 2019OLATHE, Kan. — More than 200 parents and children received free heart screenings and hands-only CPR lessons Saturday. Read the full story here.
– Fox 4KCSoldier honored for saving life off duty
“I’m not gonna let this person die on my front lawn,” Capt. Kevin Barry thought as he began performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Read the full story here.
– Fort Hood SentinelHISD debuts heart screenings for student athletes
August 4, 2019Knowing her family’s history of heart conditions, Tiffany Narcisse made it a priority to bring her children — who both play in the band for the Houston ISD — to get EKG screenings at Delmar Stadium Saturday morning. Read the full story here.
– Houston ChronicleNEWTOWN FIRST RESPONDERS + GOOD SAMARITANS SAVE MAN’S LIFE
August 3, 2019Police say a man is lucky to be alive after experiencing a medical emergency in Newtown. Read the full story here.
– KICKS 105.5Man thanks Springboro police for saving his life when he had heart attack on I-75
SPRINGBORO, Ohio — A traffic stop along I-75 in Springboro quickly became a lifesaving situation earlier this month. Read the full story here.
– WLWT 5An Olathe family, using their story to help save lives
August 2, 2019Olathe, KS – It was May 6th of this last year. Brennan Connell was varsity pitcher for Olathe West High School. Brian Connell, Brennan’s father, says his son was the starting pitcher, playing against Blue Valley Southwest. It was a hot and muggy day, but Brennan felt perfectly fine as he continued to pitch a winning [Read More...]
– KMBZ RadioWoman’s life saved at Little League game with donated medical device
ENOLA, PA — This past weekend, the mother of a child on the East Pennsboro PA State Little League Champions was saved by a donated Automated External Defibrillator (AED) machine after she collapsed. Read the full story here.
– CBS 21Dempsey survives ‘widowmaker’ thanks to quick actions at gym
August 1, 2019Dave Dempsey is walking a little bit slower these days. And that’s OK. Read the full story here.
– Boulder City ReviewMan dies on inbound flight to O’Hare
A 64-year-old man died Sunday on a flight from Iceland to O’Hare International Airport. Read the full story here.
– Chicago Sun TimesMan thanks police officers who saved him during traffic stop heart attack
July 31, 2019Springboro, OH (WCPO) — David Gamble didn’t feel lucky when he saw flashing lights in his rearview mirror on I-75, but he was — astonishingly so. If he hadn’t been on the side of the road when his heart stopped, the officers who pulled him over might not have been able to save his life. [Read More...]
– 9 KXLHGR man who survived cardiac arrest a ‘walking miracle’
CASCADE TOWNSHIP, Mich. — A Grand Rapids man who was clinically dead for eight minutes following sudden cardiac arrest is being called a walking miracle. Read the full story here.
– Fox 171 year after cardiac arrest, Virginia man returns to thank IndyCar safety team members
July 30, 2019LEXINGTON — Gerry Schroder returned to the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course this weekend with a trio of new things. Read the full story here.
– Richland SourceCause of death released of woman who died following Cleveland Marathon
CLEVELAND– The Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner’s Office released the cause of death for the woman who died following this year’s Rite Aid Cleveland Marathon. Read the full story here.
– Fox 8 ClevelandWhy this 10-year-old boy had open heart surgery
July 29, 2019Lewis Wilson is a sport-obsessed 10-year-old. Looking at him, you would think he is just like any other boy his age, but Lewis has a relatively rare heritable heart condition called hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. Read the full story here.
– The CourierFour Local Heroes Awarded with Citizens Lifesaving Award
July 27, 2019Moorhead, Minn. (Raya Quttaineh) — A mixture of CPR, courage and adrenaline led four local heroes to receive the Citizens Lifesaving Award from F-M Ambulance. Read the full story here.
– KFGOFour Magic Valley first responders receive life-saving awards
KIMBERLY, Idaho (KMVT/KSVT) – A Pocatello woman was able to say thank you to her four heroes Tuesday night after they saved her life in a near-death medical situation. Read the full story here.
– KMVT 11LSU students save professor after sudden cardiac arrest
July 26, 2019BATON ROUGE, La. (WAFB) – A group of LSU students are responsible for saving the life of an LSU faculty member. LSU Boyd professor James Oxley went into sudden cardiac arrest while swimming laps at the indoor pool inside the LSU University Recreation, or UREC, building on Friday, July 5. A Boyd professor is the [Read More...]
– WAFB 9RAGBRAI rider’s life saved by AED used by state trooper
A RAGBRAI rider is lucky to be alive thanks to the quick-thinking of fellow riders and a state trooper who had a life-saving device in his squad car. Read the full story here.
– We Are IowaWashington County woman saves stepfather with CPR
July 25, 2019WASHINGTON COUNTY — When Curtis Vorpahl had family over at his home Friday night, he could have never imagined the emotional scene that unfolded. Read the full story here.
– TMJ 4 MilwaukeeAED and CPR saves truck driver’s life after cardiac arrest causes accident
HANCOCK, Md. (WDVM) — CPR and an AED saved a truck driver’s life, after going into cardiac arrest caused him to overturn his tractor-trailer. Read the full story here.
– Local DVMTwo officers awarded for saving a woman’s life
July 24, 2019On Monday Peru police awarded two officers for their quick response that saved the life of a woman back in June. Read the full story here.
– News TribuneCommUNITY Champion: Auburn dispatcher helps save baby by talking dad through CPR
AUBURN, Calif. — A Cal Fire dispatcher was honored Monday for helping save an infant’s life. Read the full story here.
– KCRA 3Forget Mouth-to-Mouth: Here’s the New Way to Perform CPR
July 23, 2019Cardiopulmonary resuscitation, or CPR, is a technique used across the world to help revive a person when their heart has stopped beating. However, the traditional way to perform it is falling out of favor. Read the full story here.
– HealthlineLightning strikes one man at Florida beach, injures 7 others
A man was directly struck by lightning on Sunday in Clearwater Beach, Florida, as a thunderstorm rolled through the area. Read the full story here.
– USA TodayWhy to Sign up for CPR Class
July 22, 2019Not to make you nervous or anything, but more than 7,000 children in the United States fall victim to out-of-hospital cardiac arrest every year, often with nobody around who knows CPR, and if it ever happens to your kid, God forbid, Kathy Olson wants you to be prepared. You can learn exactly what to do [Read More...]
– Salt Lake MagazineTwo Larrys, two cardiac arrests, two survivors thanks to AEDs
July 21, 2019In 2007, a man from Portland, named Larry, survived a cardiac arrest at an airport in Hawaii. Read the full story here.
– The OregonianKentucky man’s heart attack, girlfriend’s life-saving actions caught on camera
July 20, 2019OWENTON, Ky. (WKYT) – A Kentucky man was on the brink of death while he was working on his car, but his girlfriend’s quick thinking helped save his life. Read the full story here.
– WKYTAfter emotional plea, Florida board approves mandate for CPR training for bus drivers
LAKELAND, Fla. (WFLA) – The Florida Board of Education voted unanimously Wednesday to require bus drivers and attendants to be certified in CPR and first aid, following an emotional plea from the parents of a teenager who died after a chaotic bus ride in Polk County. Read the full story here.
– News Channel 8Father goes into cardiac arrest at daughter’s wedding
July 19, 2019PORTLAND, Maine — The sun was shining the day Mary Bowie married the man she loves; that’s what she’d like to remember about her wedding day at Camp Ketcha in Scarborough. Read the full story here.
– News Center MaineTeam Jamaica Bickle provides defibrillators to Jamaican schools
The philanthropic, Queens-based Team Jamaica Bickle (TJB), the organization that provides meals, among other things, to Caribbean athletes participating in the Penn Relays at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, says that 20 more Jamaican high schools were expected to receive Automated External Defibrillators (AEDS) and First Aid Kits from as part of the group’s [Read More...]
– Caribbean LifeLife-changing event motivates exceptional generosity of Rider alumnus and pro basketball player
July 18, 2019No NBA player has played more games as a Sacramento King than Jason Thompson ’08. During his first season, in 2008–09, he played in all 82 games. During his second season, he was working on a similar streak when he received devastating news from home. Read the full story here.
– News at Rider UniversityCPR performed after man pulled from water at Revere Beach
REVERE, Mass. — Rescuers performed CPR on a man Tuesday as a vehicle transported them across the sand at Revere Beach. Read the full story here.
– WCVB529% of Athletes Who Die of Sudden Cardiac Arrest Have Symptoms—Here’s What to Look For
July 17, 2019It seems like there are more and more cases of young, healthy people suffering cardiac arrest and sudden death during marathons. Is this really something to worry about—and what does it mean for your health at your next race? Read the full story here.
– Runners WorldOU football: Kenneth Murray helps pedestrian, ‘immediately going through my head was to start CPR’
ARLINGTON, Texas — Kenneth Murray had to hit the brakes when he and his girlfriend, Val, were on their way home from church July 7 in Norman. Read the full story here.
– OU DailyStrangers Save Man Who Collapsed And Nearly Died During Chicago Bears 5K; ‘I Should Not Even Be Here Today’
July 16, 2019CHICAGO (CBS) — A group of strangers helped save Kevin DeBolt’s life after he collapsed during the Chicago Bears 5k on Saturday. Read the full story here.
– CBS 2 ChicagoSymptoms and Risk Factors of SCA
The American Heart Association has reported that up to 16,000 children and teens are stricken by sudden cardiac arrest (SCA). What’s even more devastating about that figure is that many of the resulting deaths could have been prevented had the parents and even medical professionals recognized the warning signs or risk factors present in the youth. [Read More...]
– Parent Heart WatchMom of boy who collapsed at practice working to make defibrillators more readily available
July 15, 2019CROWLEY, Texas – A North Texas mother has turned the grief of losing her son into action to help others. Read the full story here.
– Fox 4Boy, 12, who died during school swimming lesson has already saved 40 lives
July 14, 2019A dad whose 12-year-old son died during a school swimming session wants a law to stop such a tragedy happening again. Read the full story here.
– MirrorMan revived by staff after heart attack at Hongqiao station
A man who collapsed at a ticket gate at Hongqiao Railway Station on Friday was saved by the station doctors and three passengers. Read the full story here.
– ShineArea football players adamant about heart screenings to avoid Sudden Cardiac Arrest
July 13, 2019LIBERTY TOWNSHIP, Ohio — Sudden Cardiac Arrest is the number one killer of student-athletes. Now that summer workouts for fall sports are in full force, it’s a risk many athletes are now trying to prevent. Read the full story here.
– ABC 6Officers save a 60-year-old woman who collapsed at O’Hare
July 12, 2019A 60-year-old woman had just gotten off of her flight at O’Hare Airport last week when she collapsed. Read the full story here.
– Chicago Sun TimesHarrill’s AED law signed after 10 years
Ten years of fighting back tears while fighting for a cause came to a climax with the stroke of a pen in the Tennessee Capitol. Read the full story here.
– The Daily TimesMen use CPR to save cardiac arrest victim
July 11, 2019A climbing coach and the general manager of Momentum Indoor Climbing Katy received commendations July 8 from the Katy Fire Department for administering bystander cardiopulmonary resuscitation until first responders could arrive to a customer who went into cardiac arrest and collapsed on June 9. Read the full story here.
– ChronChild Care Worker Uses CPR Training To Save Infant Daughter’s Life
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) — A Queens father’s instinct and training kicked in just in time to save his daughter’s life. Read the full story here.
– CBS 2Wimbledon 2019: Play suspended and stands cleared after 60-year-old woman collapses at tennis tournament
July 10, 2019A 60-year-old woman collapsed at Wimbledon prompting play to be suspended and stands cleared at Court 12. Read the full story here.
– Evening StandardMan went into cardiac arrest on Hilton Head beach, officials say. Bystanders did CPR
A man was revived after going into cardiac arrest on a Hilton Head beach Thursday, according to a witness and local authorities. Read the full story here.
– The Island PacketBoy, 5, survived 90 minutes of CPR after cardiac arrest triggered by a virus that infected his heart
July 9, 2019A five-year-old boy is being hailed as a ‘miracle child’ after he survived cardiac arrest following 90 minutes of CPR. Read the full story here.
– Daily MailGovernor signs ‘Cody’s Law’ in memory of Crosby football player
HOUSTON, Texas — A Crosby father is breathing a huge sigh of relief. The state legislature has answered his prayers, and his son’s death now has purpose. Read the full story here.
– KHOU 11Her heart was stopped for 6 minutes before EMS saved her life
July 8, 2019JACKSON TWP. Nicole Dingey is alive today, only because she decided to get her hair done. Read the full story here.
– Times ReportsPa. firefighter saves minutes-old newborn: ‘A good day’
A just-delivered baby wasn’t breathing. Thankfully, a firefighter who doubles as an EMT was there. Read the full story here.
– Penn LiveAED devices donated for 21 Bellingham Police Patrol Vehicles
July 6, 2019A $30,000 donation to provide 21 automated external defibrillators (AED) to the Bellingham Police Department was made by Peoples Bank, Roger Jobs Motors and Byron Sprague. This donation allowed for the purchase of AED’s to be placed in all Bellingham Police Department marked patrol cars, putting multiple AED’s in the field for quick access in [Read More...]
– City of Bellingham WashingtonA second chance at life, thanks to Canandaigua responders
CANANDAIGUA — A cardiac arrest incident doesn’t always work out like this. Read the full story here.
– Daily MessengerFilm Review: “The Last Whistle”
July 5, 2019Without too many spoilers, I will attempt to share the moving gist of the film “The Last Whistle.” From director Rob Smat, comes his first feature length film, starring Brad Leland (“Friday Night Lights”) as the proud Coach Vic, Jim O’Heir (“Parks and Recreation”) as Ted, the town’s observational bartender and makeshift therapist and Deanne [Read More...]
– Los Angeles SentinelWhy do the young and healthy sometimes drop dead?
July 4, 2019On a mild spring morning in 2017, Clare Sutton, a 31-year-old biology teacher, a single mother and one of my closest friends, was running a 10k race in the village of Poynton, close to Manchester, when she collapsed 100 metres or so short of the finish line. One of her friends, a nurse called Helen Thompson, [Read More...]
– New Statesman AmericanRescue at Stotzky Park highlights importance of AEDs
On a recent Saturday morning, Randy Hintze watched as the next round of pickleball matches began at Stotzky Park in the weekly Ladder League hosted by Riverhead Town’s recreation department. A retired Southampton Town police detective who lives in Wading River, Mr. Hintze, 63, had just completed an intense match during the first round of [Read More...]
– Riverhead News ReviewCPR Training Required for 911 Dispatchers in Indiana
July 3, 2019STARTING MONDAY, ALL Indiana 911 phone operators will have a year to complete a training program in telephone CPR, according to the Indianapolis Star. Read the full story here.
– U.S. News & World ReportYouth pastor, father, suffers fatal heart attack while working out at local gym
Ryan Carlisle, a beloved Texas youth pastor and father of two died suddenly last Thursday after suffering a heart attack while working out at a local gym. He was 38. Read the full story here.
– The Christian PostDoctor Saves Man’s Life During Pickup Hockey Game
July 2, 2019Life often comes at your fast, but in the blink of an eye it almost ended for Jib Street when he went into sudden cardiac arrest in the middle of a pickup hockey game. But thanks to the quick thinking of fellow hockey player Craig Bryant, MD, Street is alive and eager to get back [Read More...]
– Atrium HealthCPR saves life of Concord 5-year-old at holiday cookout
CONCORD – If her mother didn’t know CPR, and any more time had passed, Tammi Gubert knows the conversation about her son would be much different. Read the full story here.
– Mooresville TribuneSaukees’ Petty expected to make full recovery following cardiac arrest
July 1, 2019PITTSFIELD, Ill. — Noah Petty gets to go home. Read the full story here.
– Herald-WhigSavannah firefighter saves a life at a Savannah Bananas game
Savannah, Ga. (WTGS FOX 28) — A Savannah firefighter is being honored for his heroic rescue last weekend. He saved a life at a Savannah Bananas baseball game on Saturday. Read the full story here.
– Fox 28 MediaTeen EMT performs CPR to save girl, 5, at Rainbow Beach
June 30, 2019CHICAGO (WLS) — A recently-trained teen EMT heard calls for help at a beach on Chicago’s South Side and sprang into action to save a 5-year-old girl drowning in Lake Michigan. Read the full story here.
– ABC 7 Eyewitness NewsMiami Fire Rescue employee saves coworker’s life
MIAMI (WSVN) – A Miami Fire Rescue employee is being honored by the Miami City Commission for saving a coworker’s life at her second job. Read the full story here.
– 7 News MiamiCardiac Arrest Survivor Reunites with Four Good Samaritans Who Saved his Life
June 28, 2019Newswise — MAYWOOD, IL – There was no time to spare when air passenger Hutz Hertzberg, DMin, PhD, suddenly collapsed at Midway Airport in full cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– News WiseFirst responders save man after 45 minutes of CPR
LAKE COUNTY, Fla. (FOX 35 ORLANDO) – Six Lake County first responders are being called heroes, after tirelessly performing CPR for more than 40 minutes, saving a man’s life. Read the full story here.
– Fox 35Visitor saved at local gym
June 27, 2019FORT WALTON BEACH — David Dempsey looked flummoxed Wednesday morning when the staff members of Anytime Fitness in Fort Walton Beach handed him a “Get Well” gift basket. Read the full story here.
– Crestview News BulletinSkier Dies After Cardiac Arrest on Mammoth Mountain
The Mono County Sheriff’s Office says crews responded to a fatal skiing accident on Mammoth Mountain on Saturday, June 22 around 8:30 a.m. Read the full story here.
– 2 NewsNorth Jersey students learn lifesaving CPR through Pascack Valley Junior Police Academy
June 26, 2019WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP — Ellorie Roberts knew nothing about CPR training. Read the full story here.
– NorthJersey.comIn Texas, it’ll be even easier to get your student-athletes a better heart test
HOUSTON – Teenage athletes are often powerful and passionate about competing — pushing themselves to the limit in the gym and out on the field, never knowing if they have the equivalent of a ticking time bomb in their chest. Read the full story here.
– Click 2 HoustonOff-duty firefighters save man’s life at Aviators baseball game
June 25, 2019LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — When three off-duty Henderson firefighters went to the Las Vegas Aviators game, they didn’t expect to save a man’s life. Read the full story here.
– ABC 13 KTNVSeveral honored for life-saving efforts in Cohoes
COHOES, N.Y. — Last week’s Cohoes Board of Education meeting was filled with many people as the district recognized several community members for providing life-saving first aid to a school employee who went into cardiac arrest last month. Read the full story here.
– The RecordLocal woman awarded for performing life-saving CPR at Rutherford YMCA
June 24, 2019RUTHERFORD COUNTY, Tenn. (WZTV) — FOX 17 News Reporter Justin McFarland’s wife was recently recognized for saving a man’s life at the gym. Read the full story here.
– Fox 17 NashvilleWoman who nearly died inside Applebee’s reunited with hero
SAN ANTONIO — Irene Balderrama is the 67-year-old matriarch of a very large family who lives on the South Side. Read the full story here.
– Fox San AntonioSpecial Vest Saves Moore Man’s Life During Cardiac Arrest
June 22, 2019A Moore man is grateful he’ll be around to enjoy Father’s Day this Sunday. Read the full story here.
– News On 6Lubbock native tackles issue of sudden cardiac arrest in new film ‘The Last Whistle’
As the time for two-a-days and summer practice is quickly approaching for high school athletes across the country, a new film is out to raise awareness about the risks of undetected heart conditions. Read the full story here.
– Lubbock OnlineCPR Saves Woodland Hills Man’s Life
June 21, 2019WOODLAND HILLS—Ron Costello, a resident of Woodland Hills, who was driving on the 101 freeway was saved when Good Samaritans performed CPR after he sustained a heart attack, ABC 7 Los Angeles first reported. Read the full story here.
– Canyon NewsMaryland visitor saved from sudden cardiac arrest on Corolla beach
Currituck County Fire-EMS responded to 49 year old male in cardiac arrest near the bath house ramp on Saturday, June 15 at 1:37 p.m., according to a press release. Read the full story here.
– The Coastland TimesAlexa, I’m Having a Heart Attack
June 20, 2019Smart speakers like the Amazon Echo could one day be used to detect signs of cardiac arrest, scientists believe. Read the full story here.
– BloombergHigh school football player dies after practice
AMITE – A 15-year-old Amite High School football player died after practice Tuesday night. Read the full story here.
– WBRZ 2 ABCSecurity team at Parx honored for lifesaving effort
June 19, 2019Many of the tasks performed by the security team at Parx Casino in Bensalem come with the territory. Read the full story here.
– Bucks County Courier TimesMOTHER SAVES SON’S LIFE DURING HURLING MATCH AFTER SLIOTAR BLOW STOPS HIS HEART
A mother helped save her teenage son’s life after a blow to the chest with a sliotar during a hurling match stopped his heart. Read the full story here.
– Extra.ieTeens honored for life-saving efforts on Candlewood Lake
June 18, 2019It was a beautiful summer day and a group of Wooster School students were cruising on their friend’s boat, cliff jumping and playing on a rope swing on Candlewood Lake. Read the full story here.
– The Ridgefield PressLOCAL 6TH GRADER IS RECOGNIZED FOR HIS LIFESAVING SKILLS
WESTMORELAND- Officials with the Westmoreland Fire Department recognize Westmoreland Middle School 6th Grader, Logan Michael Miers for his lifesaving skills. Read the full story here.
– News Channel 2Sauk County Sheriff’s Deputy honored for saving mother’s life
June 17, 2019SAUK COUNTY, Wis. (CBS 58) — A Sauk County Sheriff’s Deputy was honored for saving his mother’s life. Read the full story here.
– CBS 58Tampa teen who collapsed during conditioning drills on football field had body temperature of 102, report says
TAMPA — The 14-year-old Middleton High School football player who collapsed and died while doing conditioning drills with the team on Tuesday had a body temperature of 102 degrees when he arrived in the emergency room, records show. Read the full story here.
– Tampa Bay Times12-year-old son of Overland Park fire captain awarded for actions that saved dad’s life
June 14, 2019KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The 12-year-old son of an Overland Park fire captain received recognition Thursday for his heroic actions that saved his father’s life. Read the full story here.
– 41 KSHBGeorgia high school student dies during summer workout
DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. — A member of a Georgia high school dance team collapsed and died while training outdoors. Read the full story here.
– News Channel 9 ABCMartensville man shares story of surviving cardiac arrest
June 13, 2019All Dwight Wittal remembers is pulling up to First Avenue in Martensville in his 1966 Dodge Coronet. Read the full story here.
– CTV NewsGov. Wolf Signs Bill Creating CPR Curriculum For Pa. Schools
HARRISBURG (KDKA) — Gov. Tom Wolf signed into law a bill that would require high school students to learn CPR prior to graduation. Read the full story here.
– CBS PittsburghStrong City student uses loss of “Papa” to encourage CPR lessons
June 12, 2019TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) – Gerald Ingalls was “Papa” to Carter Mann – and also one of his best friends. Read the full story here.
– 13 WIBWSon’s cardiac arrest on court sparks parents to start non-profit
CEDAR HILL, Texas — Jarron Holden II of Cedar Hill was 13 years old when he suffered a cardiac arrest on the basketball court during a scrimmage at the beginning of his eighth-grade year. Read the full story here.
– WFAAOne year after cardiac arrest, Matawan H.S. hoops star is back on the court
June 11, 2019MATAWAN — At first glance it’s an ordinary sight, a lanky 17-year-old drilling jump shots at a neighborhood park. Read the full story here.
– App.comHigh school dance team member collapses, dies during summer workout
DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. – A member of Arabia Mountain High School’s dance team has died after collapsing on the track during a summer workout Monday. Read the full story here.
– WSB TV 2Coles’ new move to save lives
June 10, 2019COLES has teamed up with The Heart Foundation to roll out defibrillators in all their supermarkets and distribution centres by July 1 and train at least five staff per location to provide assistance to anyone in the event of a heart attack. Read the full story here.
– Fraser Coast ChronicleTROOPERS REVIVE MAN AT ATLANTIC CITY AIRPORT
June 9, 2019New Jersey State Troopers were successfully able to revive an elderly man who had stopped breathing at Atlantic City International Airport. Read the full story here.
– Cat Country 107.3Surprise death of student-athlete has schools, parents working to save others
YORK, Pa. (AP) — Nothing had seemed off with the Big Spring basketball player. Read the full story here.
– Penn LiveAwareness week highlights EMT student who suffered heart attack
June 8, 2019MADISON (WKOW) — Tori Smith, an advanced EMT student at Madison College, was in class on March 5 when she began to feel ill. Read the full story here.
– WKOW.comTop 10 CPR Awareness Resources
Only 46% of cardiac arrest victims receive CPR from a bystander. That statistic includes bystanders who are either certified in BLS or who at least know the fundamentals of hands-only CPR. Reasons bystanders have given for not providing CPR include that their skills are not up to date (28%), CPR is too complicated (24%), or [Read More...]
– Laderal.comHis heart stopped while playing hockey. Revived by CPR and an AED, he’s determined to save more lives.
June 7, 2019If Jib Street’s heart had to stop, the perfect moment was on Jan. 18 while he was playing hockey at the Pineville Ice House in Pineville, North Carolina. Read the full story here.
– Thrive GlobalSHOALS CHRISTIAN FOOTBALL PLAYER COLLAPSES DURING PRACTICE, TAKEN TO BIRMINGHAM HOSPITAL
According to Florence Fire Department officials, a 14-year-old football player at Shoals Christian collapsed during summer workouts at the school at about 10 a.m. Tuesday. Read the full story here.
– WAAY 31 ABCWomen are less likely than men to receive CPR in public. A new product is designed to change that
June 6, 2019CPR mannequins are getting breasts — with the goal of saving women’s lives. Read the full story here.
– CNN‘Parents assume sports physical is enough.’ How to prevent cardiac arrest in young athletes
Nothing had seemed off with the Big Spring High School (Pennsylvania) basketball player. Read the full story here.
– USA TodaySaving a life: Employee uses AED to help save woman
June 5, 2019Logan Solano’s training kicked in on May 15 when a woman collapsed at a Sun Prairie health club and stopped breathing. Read the full story here.
– Sun Prairie Star‘She Did Not Have A Pulse’: 16-Year-Old Dancer Recovers After Going Into Cardiac Arrest During Recital
MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) – A 16-year-old dancer from Hugo is recovering after going into cardiac arrest. It happened during a recital over the weekend. Read the full story here.
– CBS MinnesotaMother donates AEDs after loss of daughter
June 4, 2019GRAND BLANC, Mich. – Tina Eisenbeis is raising awareness about CPR and AEDs (automatic external defibrillators). Read the full story here.
– NBC 25 NewsOlathe baseball player back at the diamond after sudden cardiac arrest
OLATHE, Kan. — Brennan Connell is back at the diamond just 25 days after going into severe cardiac arrest in the middle of a game. Read the full story here.
– Fox4KC.comElmhurst police officer saves two lives within a year
June 3, 2019Elmhurst police officers are trained to use automated external defibrillators so they could help someone in cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– Daily HeraldGervais staffer performs CPR to help save eighth-grade girl
When the 911 operator recommended someone begin CPR on the unconscious student, there was a split second when Gervais Middle School staff froze. Read the full story here.
– Statesman JournalNJ dads hailed as heroes after performing CPR at Paterson softball game
June 1, 2019PATERSON, NJ — Two dads from Paterson, New Jersey are being called heroes after their weekend on the softball field assistant-coaching their daughters’ game nearly ended with one woman dead. Thankfully, John Molina is a Paterson firefighter and retired Paterson Police Lieutenant Washington Griffin spent nearly 30 years on the force. Read the full story [Read More...]
– PIX 11Man dies from cardiac arrest on American Airlines flight from DFW to London
A man on an American Airlines flight heading from Dallas to London died after he suffered cardiac arrest and the plane was diverted to Ottawa, Canada, according to media reports. Read the full story here.
– Fort Worth Star-TelegramWoman thought her husband was snoring – but he was having a cardiac arrest in his sleep
May 31, 2019It was just like any other day for Stefan Willis. He’d gone to work as a university teacher, spent time with his wife Jemima and their children and cooked spaghetti bolognaise for dinner. Rea the full story here.
– MetroDeputies credited with saving man’s life at Oakland Airport
OAKLAND — Four Alameda County sheriff’s deputies are being credited with saving the life of a man who suffered cardiac arrest Wednesday afternoon at the Oakland International Airport, authorities said. Read the full story here.
– East Bay TimesHe (almost) died four times. But these women knew what to do
May 30, 2019Barbara Freese, a retired nurse, does not accompany her husband to his Mathews Lions Club meetings at Avery’s restaurant on Highway 34. But one evening in March, they were both on their way home from a golf tournament and decided to stop at Avery’s, which was on the way. Read the full story here.
– Index JournalWauseon Walmart employee, Liberty Center resident saves mans life
WAUSEON, Ohio (WNWO) — After serving 35 years as a nurse in Fulton and Lucas Counties, Liberty Center’s Karen Rohrs decided to call it a career in 2014. Read the full story here.
– NBC 24 NewsConstruction worker dies on construction site on the campus of Winston-Salem State University
May 29, 2019WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. – A construction worker died while on a construction site on the campus of Winston-Salem State University on Wednesday. Read the full story here.
– Fox 8Cardiac Arrest Survivor Finishes 10K With Nurses Who Saved His Life at Last Year’s Race
As he approached the same spot in the race where he collapsed a year ago, Kurt Niederloh thought that he would picture himself lying on the ground with no heartbeat. Instead, he imagined the nurses who saved his life. Read the full story here.
– Runners WorldRochester police, fire, EMS crews honored for saving a life
May 28, 2019ROCHESTER — City emergency personnel were named providers of the year last week for their quick response and efforts to save a local 41-year-old man whose heart stopped last August. Read the full story here.
– Fosters.comNotre Dame students create drone defibrillator for fast response to cardiac arrest victims
Students at the University Notre Dame are thinking of a new way to save lives. Read the full story here.
– WSBT 22New Strategy Saving Those With Genetic Heart Disease
May 27, 2019BOSTON (CBS) – We’ve all heard the tragic tales of teens and young adults collapsing while playing sports from a rare heart condition. Now, a father-son team in Boston has developed a strategy to save those patients most at risk. Read the full story here.
– CBS BostonMother of 13-year-old who died at school joins local advocate in fight for change
Erika Lowe still has trouble sleeping at night. Read the full story here.
– The St. Augustine RecordOconto County man meets first responders who saved his life after heart attack
May 25, 2019PULASKI, Wis. (WBAY) – This time last week Oconto County Deputy, Joe Lebreck, and his automatic external defibrillator did their job on highway 41. Read the full story here.
– Action News 2Milwaukee police give Merit Award to man who saved officer’s life
May 24, 2019MILWAUKEE — Milwaukee police on Tuesday honored a good Samaritan who saved an officer’s life. “I was just doing my part, just kind of helping out,” Charles Page said. Read the full story here.
– 2 WISN ABCRunner reunited with nurses who helped save his life during miniMarathon
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — The nurse and EMTs who helped save a man’s life after he collapsed at the Kentucky Derby Festival miniMarathon recount the tense moments. Read the full story here.
– WLKYMeridian boy dies suddenly; baseball community rallies around his family
May 23, 2019BOISE, Idaho (CBS 2) — Baseball and softball are loved by millions of kids. Recently, an 8-year-old Meridian boy with a deep passion for the game died from a congenital heart condition nobody knew he had. Read the full story here.
– CBS 2 Idaho NewsHer father died. But this Valley senior brought him back with CPR learned at school.
Something didn’t sound right to Brie Salloum as she was getting ready for school one morning in early April. Weird noises echoed in the upstairs hallway. She compares the sounds to elongated snores, or deep, muffled gurgles. Read the full story here.
– Des Moines RegisterTucson man thankful after bystanders save his life
May 22, 2019TUCSON – A Tucson man is praising two bystanders after they jumped into action when he collapsed at Udall Park earlier this month. He said their quick-thinking saved his life. Read the full story here.
– News 4 TusconTucson man alive thanks to help from AED, trained employees
TUCSON, Ariz. (KOLD News 13) – Hundreds of thousands of people suffer cardiac arrests nationwide every year. When it happens, there can sometimes only be minutes to act. Read the full story here.
– KOLD News 13Most youth who suddenly die playing sports are middle schoolers, study finds
May 21, 2019The vast majority of American youth who die suddenly while playing sports are middle school age children who experience a cardiac event, according to a new study by the National Athletic Trainer’s Association. Read the full story here.
– Philly VoiceEast Haven Student Saved Mom’s Life Before Wrestling Match
EAST HAVEN, CT – An East Haven 16-year-old high school junior is being credited with saving his mother’s life after she went into cardiac arrest on Friday night while she was getting ready to watch him at a wrestling match. Read the full story here.
– PatchWoman, 22, dies in Cleveland Marathon; soccer player was graduate of St. V-M and Walsh University
May 20, 2019A recent Walsh University graduate and Medina native died Sunday after collapsing a quarter-mile from the finish line at the Cleveland Marathon. Read the full story here.
– Akron Beacon JournalPastor Thanks FDNY Firefighters for Saving Life at Altar
When he woke up in a hospital bed four days after collapsing from a heart attack in front of 200 congregants at the Amity Baptist Church, the first thing Pastor Jeffrey Thompson did was thank God. Read the full story here.
– FirehouseSchool resource officer, school staff save maintenance worker in cardiac arrest in Union County
May 19, 2019UNION COUNTY, N.C. (WBTV) – A school resource officer, along with a school receptionist and a school nurse, helped save a maintenance worker who was in cardiac arrest in Union County in April. Read the full story here.
– 3 WBTVTeen awarded for saving man’s life
WAUKESHA COUNTY (CBS 58) — Paige freeman, a Kettle Moraine High School senior, is being called a hero. Read the full story here.
– CBS 58Medical mystery: What caused healthy teen’s heart to stop?
May 18, 2019In March 2018, Maeve Quinn was starting an exciting but stressful week of high school with both softball tryouts and play rehearsals. Read the full story here.
– The InquirerLocal student saved by AED graduates
LAKE CHARLES, La. (KPLC) – When you walk the halls of most schools, you’ll notice fire alarms, even fire extinguishers – things needed in case of emergency. However, most schools across the country aren’t required to have a vital piece of technology that’s proven to save lives. Read the full story here.
– 7 KPLCSaving a life is worth 20 minutes of your time | Opinion
May 17, 2019God forbid you or anyone you know ever have sudden cardiac arrest. But if you do, how much would you want someone nearby to be trained in CPR? Read the full story here.
– Knox NewsOcean Reef teachers help save colleague suffering cardiac arrest
COLLEAGUES and a defibrillator helped save an Ocean Reef teacher’s life when he went into cardiac arrest at a recent school event. Read the full story here.
– Joondalup Times CommunityRockford Park District honors men for saving friend’s life
May 16, 2019ROCKFORD (WREX) – A group of men who helped save their friend’s life at Carlson Ice Arena are recognized by the Rockford Park District. Read the full story here.
– WREX.comSchool staffers use CPR, AED to save custodian who collapsed
NORTH PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Two staff members at a North Providence school put their CPR skills to the test last week as they saved a coworker’s life. Read the full story here.
– WPRI.comDana Hills High student is alive, thanks to mom whose daughter died after cross-country meet
May 15, 2019DANA POINT — Every day for the first 14 years of her life, Ali Aga would lie down to sleep to the sound of her heart pounding. Read the full story here.
– The OCRCPR classes pay off for husband as he helps save wife’s life
Balancing a plate of homemade chocolate chip cookies, Julia Blechar hugged the firefighters and paramedics and EMTs who took over life-saving efforts her husband began earlier this year when she suffered a medical emergency. Read the full story here.
– Broomfield EnterpriseNEMO man gets a second chance at life thanks to an AED machine at a Ralls Co. School
May 14, 2019CENTER, MO — A northeast Missouri man is recovering after getting a second chance at life. Read the full story here.
– 7 KHQAHero school bus driver performs CPR, saves woman’s life
Skip Torpey doesn’t call himself a hero. But you won’t be able to convince anyone in the Scio Central School District the 73-year-old school bus driver is anything but. Read the full story here.
– WKBW BuffaloSeven save 19-year-old in cardiac arrest
May 12, 2019SIOUX CENTER—Tears of joy and hugs flowed at Snap Fitness in Sioux Center after Alix Van Ravenswaay walked in Friday afternoon, May 10. Read the full story here.
– Sioux Center NewsHe was revived after going into cardiac arrest. Now the Capitol Hill man thanks the first responders who brought him back to life
WASHINGTON — A Capitol Hill man was able to thank the first responders who saved is life. Read the full story here.
– WUSA 9While on vacation, local nurses revive man in cardiac arrest
May 10, 2019NEW BEDFORD — Headed home from a bachelorette party in New Orleans, St. Luke’s Hospital nurses Chelsea Pinho and Kara Heap and two nurse friends were standing by the American Airlines gate at the Philadelphia airport, getting ready to board a flight back to Providence. Read the full story here.
– The Herald NewsAfter he went into cardiac arrest, friends saved him with CPR. 3 weeks later he’s graduating from Illinois State
On the cusp of graduation from Illinois State University, Kevin Hutchinson went out with friends in late April to unwind after a long day of classes. Read the full story here.
– Chicago TribuneCPR at finish line saves life of 24-year-old Colorado half-marathoner who went into cardiac arrest
May 9, 2019One minute, Kyle Woods was exchanging high-fives with his parents as he approached the end of his first half-marathon. Read the full story here.
– Coloradoan3 men honored after saving 71-year-old fisherman from Silver Lake
WARRENVILLE, Ill. (WLS) — The DuPage County Forest Preserve District honored three men Tuesday who saved the life of a 71-year-old fisherman. Read the full story here.
– ABC 7High school athletic trainer, 25, suffers fatal heart attack during Broad Street Run in Philadelphia
May 8, 2019An athletic trainer at Upper Darby High School suffered a fatal heart attack while running in Sunday’s Broad Street Run in Philadelphia, district officials said. Read the full story here.
– The Morning CallOlathe West baseball player miraculously survives after suffering cardiac arrest on the mound
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — There are an average of 400 to 600 cardiac arrests every year in Johnson County. Read the full story here.
– Fox4KC.comRescuers save woman’s life, two days after training
May 7, 2019Lisa Young says she was “feeling fine” on the night she suffered a cardiac arrest and fell from a stage at the feet of her rescuers. Read the full story here.
– News HubOff-duty nurses save life of coach at school sports banquet
CASCADE TWP, MI — Responding to medical emergencies is all in a day’s work for Katie Sloat and Deb Probst, who are both registered nurses. Read the full story here.
– MLive.comBear Creek Ski Patrol, EMS honored for saving teen’s life
May 6, 2019Earl Kufen doesn’t remember anything from January 19. Read the full story here.
– 69 NewsBoater couple saves lives of two young boys in waters near Discovery Park
Thanks to quick action from CPR-trained bystanders, two children on a field trip were saved from a near-drowning in Elliott Bay. Read the full story here.
– K5 NewsSeven people recognized for lifesaving actions in Fouke
May 4, 2019Seven people were honored for saving a man’s life last year at a basketball game in Fouke, Arkansas. Read the full story here.
– KTBS 3Hero Nurse Saved Man’s Life in Nassau Movie Theater
May 3, 2019Shyvonne Allen-Ibitoye woke up Easter morning intending to go to church. Instead, her and her son decided to go to the movies first, and then she wound up saving a man’s life. Read the full story here.
– Patch.comN.J. cops help save 15-year-old girl after her heart stops from roller skating rink mishap
A 15-year-old Ocean County girl is on the road to recovery after being being saved by four Jackson police officers and the township’s first aid squad when she went into cardiac arrest during a mishap at a roller skating rink in March. Read the full story here.
– NJ.comMichigan race car driver saved by girlfriend after going into cardiac arrest
May 2, 2019Ben Welch was recovering in the Butterworth Hospital emergency room early Saturday morning, and Berlin Raceway’s 2015 Modified division champion was getting antsy. He had places to go. Read the full story here.
– Michigan LivePair honored for taking action to save baby’s life
TOPEKA, Kan. (WIBW) – Two car dealership employees were recognized Tuesday for saving a baby’s life. Read the full story here.
– 13 WIBWGirl, 10, ‘died from excitement’ halfway down a 270ft water slide because of a ‘hidden’ heart condition
May 1, 2019A 10-year-old Michigan girl tragically died from an underlying heart condition as she flew down a 270-foot water slide. Read the full story here.
– Daily MailBystanders save man after he collapsed at the May Racing Carnival
A MAN was brought back to life after he collapsed at the May Racing Carnival by quick-thinking bystanders. Read the full story here.
– The StandardBismarck man says AED and quick help saved his life
April 30, 2019BISMARCK, N.D. – The food service director for the state penitentiary in Bismarck suffered a heart attack on the job on March 15. Merle Glasser had no prior symptoms, no warning and for a few minutes, no pulse. His co-workers jumped in to help and saved his life. Read the full story here.
– KFYRTVDallas ISD PE teachers credited for saving student’s life
Two Dallas ISD teachers are being praised for saving the life of one of their students. Read the full story here.
– Fox 4Son who used CPR to save mother’s life receives award from WMC
April 29, 2019WINCHESTER — On Dec. 9, 59-year-old Lisa Fritsch and her son Daniel Fritsch, 23, both of Winchester, were leaving the parking lot of the Alamo Drafthouse Cinema after seeing the movie “Bohemian Rhapsody.” Read the full story here.
– The Winchester StarRamsey Police Officer, EMS Worker Revive Heart Attack Victim, 22, At Gym
A Ramsey police officer and an EMS worker revived a 22-year-old who went into cardiac arrest at a local gym on Sunday. Read the full story here.
– Daily VoiceAED donation saves life at Huntersville park
April 28, 2019HUNTERSVILLE, N.C. (FOX 46 CHARLOTTE) – Some Good Samaritans saved a man’s life at a Huntersville park Thursday using an automated external defibrillator put in place by a man who lost his 8-year-old daughter to a heart disease. Read the full story here.
– Fox 46Alabama Naval recruit’s death drawing national attention
MOBILE, Ala. (WKRG) – An 18-year-old Navy Recruit died while in boot camp, the girl was a Mobile native and a Baker High School graduate. Read the full story here.
– News 5 WKRGAldine student dies after collapsing in gym class
April 27, 2019HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — A student at Garcia Middle School in Aldine ISD has died after he collapsed during gym class. Read the full story here.
– ABC 13 LiveKnowing the 3 steps to CPR could save a life
When someone suffers from cardiac arrest — an electrical malfunction in the heart that abruptly stops it from beating — knowing how to perform CPR can literally save their life. Read the full story here.
– New Haven RegisterClintonville Officers Save Factory Worker’s Life
April 26, 2019Clintonville police officers Anthon Arrieta and Cody Rollin recently receive the Department’s Life Saving Award for their roles in a 2017 emergency. Read the full story here.
– Waupaca County NewsSudden Cardiac Arrest: ‘I was a 16-year-old, picture of health, this happened to me’
Read the full story here.
– First Coast NewsSalisbury dad meets paramedics that saved his life
April 25, 201944 year old Rob was challenging his children to see who could run 1 kilometre the fastest when he had a sudden cardiac arrest back in February. Read the full story here.
– Spire FMEXCLUSIVE: Eight-year-old who went into sudden cardiac arrest clings to life after surviving four open heart surgeries in just four years
An eight-year-old Alabama boy is currently fighting for his life after going into sudden cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– DailyMail.com34-Year-Old Who Went Into Cardiac Arrest at Finish Line Saved by Cardiologist Runner
April 24, 2019As Joseph Henson entered the final straightaway of the Mercedes Half Marathon in Birmingham, Alabama, back in February, he knew he probably should’ve stopped, but the crowd kept pushing him on. Read the full story here.
– Runners WorldBaldwin County Sheriff’s Office receive AEDs for patrol cars
BALDWIN COUNTY, Ala. (WEAR) — Sheriff’s deputies in Baldwin County now have a tool in their patrol cars that will save firefighters time while saving lives. Read the full story here.
– CBS 3 Wear TVTeamwork and a defibrillator save day
April 23, 2019Equipping every CFA brigade in District 16 with a defibrillator paid off in spades when long-standing volunteer Craig Cheesman’s heart stopped during a group training exercise in October last year. Read the full story here.
– Mirage NewsOff-duty officer saves neighbor’s life
SNELLVILLE, Ga. (FOX 5 Atlanta) – In nearly 30 years in the Snellville Police Department, Lieutenant Ray Gunter has assisted with countless emergencies but never once needed to administer CPR…that is, until this Easter. Read the full story here.
– Fox 5The runner came to a dead stop. Others racing brought him back to life.
April 22, 2019Kurt Niederloh didn’t finish the 11th annual Run for the Lakes in Nisswa last April. He feels he’s just lucky he survived the Brainerd Jaycees event. Read the full story here.
– Brainerd DispatchAmerican Heart Association says Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest third leading cause of Disease-Related Health Loss
Dallas, TX – Out-of-hospital cardiac arrestwas the third leading cause of “health loss due to disease” in the United States behind ischemic heart disease and low back/neck pain in 2016, according to new research in Circulation: Cardiovascular Quality and Outcomes, an American Heart Association journal. Read the full story here.
– Clarksville OnlineLetter: Cardiac arrest action is a community issue
April 20, 2019I applaud the efforts of the Charlestown Ambulance and Charlestown Parks and Recreation to make automated external defibrillators accessible on a 24/7 basis, as rapid defibrillation is a key component in improving neurologically intact survival from sudden cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– Westerly The SunMan’s heart stops beating during hockey game in Loves Park, players rush to his aid
LOVES PARK (WREX) – The game of hockey moves fast. During a Monday night adult hockey league game at Carlson Arena, time stood still. Read the full story here.
– 13 WREX6 Pa. first responders honored for saving woman in cardiac arrest
April 19, 2019PENN HILLS, Pa. — Penn Hills officials recognized six first responders for their work to save a young woman after she suffered a near-fatal cardiac arrest last year. Read the full story here.
– EMS1.comCPR-trained pool staff save teen’s life after collapse
Reese Marlenee had no idea she was at risk of a heart attack when she went to water polo practice in early March. Read the full story here.
– Q13 FoxPenn Hills emergency responders recognized for saving young life
April 18, 2019Penn Hills officials recognized six first responders for their work to save a young woman after she suffered a near-fatal cardiac arrest last year. Read the full story here.
– TRIB LiveNational Public Safety Telecommunicators week celebrates 911 dispatchers
WOOD COUNTY, W.Va, WASHINGTON COUNTY, OH (WTAP)- They’re the voices we hear in our worst moments. Read the full story here.
– WTAP NBCBaton Rouge teen reunites with paramedics who saved his life
April 17, 2019BATON ROUGE – It was a Spring day in 2017 when paramedics David Rogers and William Coles Jr. got the call on their radios. Read the full story here.
– WBRZ2TEEN’S MALL TRIP COULD HAVE BEEN HER LAST, BUT CPR AND AN AED SAVED THE DAY
Sydney Ridlehoover had finished her chores and convinced her parents to take her and a friend to the mall near their home outside Columbus, Ohio. Once they arrived, the girls got out of the car and walked ahead, laughing and talking. Read the full story here.
– Beloit Daily NewsTeenager collapses during basketball practice, saved by coaches, nurse, AED
April 16, 2019TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) – A Bryan High School basketball player is alive after his heart stopped during the middle of practice. It happened in February. His mother says he wouldn’t have survived if it wasn’t for the quick actions of his coaches, school nurse and a life saving tool. Read the full story here.
– ABC 13Teen learned CPR at a JoCo high school. Two weeks later, he used it to save his dad
When Olathe East High School students got their state-mandated CPR training this winter, freshman Seth Johnson couldn’t fully participate because of a broken collarbone. Read the full story here.
– The Kansas City StarNew CPR technique saves lives
April 15, 2019It was the day before their sixth wedding anniversary, and Brek Paul was about to get a whopper of a gift from his wife, Tracy. Read the full story here.
– The BulletinTeamwork saves a life
April 13, 2019A few hours after Isaac Kruse, a state Department of Natural Resources conservation warden, started his work day Jan. 19, he found himself side by side with four St. Croix County responders who together saved the life of a man who was on the job like any normal day. Read the full story here.
– Leader-TelegramKentucky 12-year-old suffers heart attack during Little League practice
Twelve-year-old William Burton wasn’t just winded when he collapsed Tuesday during Little League practice in Grayson, Kentucky. He was having a heart attack, and none of his teammates knew about the life-saving device in his backpack. Read the full story here.
– ABC 15 ArizonaNorth Texan Honored For Helping Save Friend, Colleague’s Life
April 12, 2019NORTH RICHLAND HILLS, Texas (CBSDFW.COM) – A big honor Thursday for a North Richland Hills man who rushed to save a coworker who was having a heart attack at the office. Read the full story here.
– CBS 21Dad credited with saving daughter’s life after ‘sudden death’ heart stoppage
BRANSON, Mo. – It was a miracle in Missouri. Read the full story here.
– WTVRBoy collapses at baseball practice
April 11, 2019A 12-year-old boy is being treated in a hospital after suffering a cardiac arrest and collapsing during Grayson little league baseball practice. Read the full story here.
– WSAZ 3Coalinga teen collapses in the middle of class, staff quickly jumps into action to save her life
FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — First responders and several Coalinga High School staff were celebrated Tuesday night for their efforts to save a 15-year-old student’s life during class. Read the full story here.
– ABC 30 Action NewsDispatchers walk local teen through CPR over phone to save father’s life
April 10, 2019PLUM BOROUGH, Pa. – A local family is whole tonight after a life-changing experience. “I thank you all.” Read the full story here.
– WPXI.com‘I’m here’: Thankful runner recovering after heart stops at Lincoln Half Marathon
Blake Cowle-Healy of Springfield said he had no warning signs about what felled him — an irregular arrhythmia — at the finish line of Saturday’s 55th annual Abraham Lincoln Presidential Half Marathon. Read the full story here.
– The State Journal Register11-Year-Old California Boy Saves Girl’s Life With CPR He Learned Watching ‘NCIS
April 9, 2019An 11-year-old California boy once rescued a 5-year-old girl who was buried inside a sand dune on a beach. Read the full story here.
– The Epoch TimesAAA employee gives CPR to 71-year-old woman who collapsed in West Springfield
WEST SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) – AAA of West Springfield employee, Meg Martin, is attending nursing school to make a career change. Her schooling helped save an elderly woman’s life last week. Read the full story here.
– 22 News WWLPUH: CPR performed, AED utilized moments after a student collapsed at the rec center
April 8, 2019HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) -The University of Hawaii’s Warrior Recreation Center (WRC) resumed normal operations Sunday — a day after a UH student collapsed and died during a workout on campus. Read the full story here.
– Hawaii News NowFirst responders recognized for saving Reserve Primary principal’s life
A familiar face to many Shaler Area residents thanked first responders during a March 12 Shaler commissioners meeting for administering care when he experienced a cardiac event in December at his residence. Read the full story here.
– Trib LiveQuick-thinking wife saves husband’s life
April 6, 2019One day, Jerry Hess of St. Cloud gave his wife, Judy, a tiny jeweled angel for her charm bracelet. Read the full story here.
– The News LeadersAED devices added to Little League parks
CHARLESTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) — An automated external defibrillator (AED) was placed in each concession stand of the six Charleston Little League ball parks on Friday. Read the full story here.
– WSAZ3‘A huge loss:’ Waukesha community mourns death of three-sport student athlete
April 5, 2019WAUKESHA (CBS 58) — Hearts are heavy at Waukesha North High School after the sudden loss of student-athlete Kai Lermer, 16. Read the full story here.
– CBS 58WHERE’S THE HEART IN THE FINAL FOUR?
My road to the Final Four began in 2012. That year, I read about a town called Buford, a suburb of Atlanta. In one year, two students and one coach died of sudden cardiac arrest:Adam Smith, Jeremy Nelson and Ryan Daniel. It had been a while since I thought that sudden cardiac arrest was just [Read More...]
– The Philadelphia CitizenBargersville firefighter caps Florida family vacation by saving a life
April 4, 2019BARGERSVILLE, Ind. (WTHR) — Firefighters train all the time for accidents and potential rescues. But one firefighter in Bargersville never thought he’d have to use that training while on vacation. Read the full story here.
– 13 WTHRBoynton Beach Chick-fil-A employee honored for saving man’s life
BOYNTON BEACH, Fla. — A Boynton Beach Chick-fil-A employee was honored Tuesday for saving a man’s life after he went into cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– 5 WPTVViera High lacrosse player collapses during practice after cardiac arrest
April 3, 2019A Viera High School student collapsed Monday during lacrosse practice after experiencing cardiac arrest, Brevard County School officials said. Read the full story here.
– Florida TodayFirst-year coach Carle, not yet 30, has Denver gunning for second national title in three seasons
If things would have gone as planned by David Carle, he wouldn’t be preparing to coach Denver in the upcoming Frozen Four in Buffalo. Read the full story here.
– USCHO.com6-year-old dies of heart attack while taking baseball team pictures
April 2, 2019A 6-year-old boy died of a sudden heart attack while taking baseball team pictures in Rock Spring, Georgia, WTVC-TV reports. Brantley Chandler took his solo photo in his baseball uniform, and was on the field getting ready to take the team picture when he collapsed, his mom, Meghan Bryson told WTVC-TV. Read the full story [Read More...]
– CBS NewsMan revived from cardiac arrest on Rock ‘n’ Bowl dance floor
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) – Chaotic moments are nothing new to Jimmy Hankins. He served two tours in Iraq with the Army National Guard so he knows what to do when the pressure’s on. Read the full story here.
– Fox 8 Local FirstHockey Heroes hits the ice in Saskatoon in support of Heart & Stroke Foundation
April 1, 2019The annual Hockey Heroes Weekend is back in Saskatoon with 16 teams competing to raise money for the Heart & Stroke Foundation. Read the full story here.
– Global NewsWilmington Gym Employee Saves Man’s Life
March 31, 2019A typical Thursday morning at Planet Fitness in Wilmington took a scary turn when a man using a cardio machine suddenly collapsed. Read the full story here.
– NBC 10 BostonLocal doctors warn about dangers of cardiac arrest in young athletes
March 30, 2019CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Playing sports is a popular pastime for kids, but now doctors are warning about a growing health risk in young athletes – cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– News Channel 9 ABC‘Things lined up for me that day’: Saint John-area woman saved using AED
Melissa Dunlay believes she was meant to be at the River Valley Dental Clinic on Jan. 30. Read the full story here.
– Global NewsCPR saves another local life
March 29, 2019As he was shooting hoops for his Andover church’s basketball team at the Doherty Middle School gymnasium, Marc Henderson unexpectedly dropped to the floor. Read the full story here.
– Andover TownsmanMohawk College student gives CPR to man who collapsed on HSR bus
A Hamilton woman is being lauded for her efforts to help a man who went into medical distress while on a city bus Monday morning. Read the full story here.
– The Hamilton SpectatorDays after CPR workshop, Tates Creek senior helps save life
March 28, 2019LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) – A Tates Creek High School senior is receiving the 2019 Citizenship Award from Lexington firefighters, for his role in saving the life of a Taco Bell customer who had a medical emergency. Read the full story here.
– WKYTWoman who suffered heart attack at basketball game saved by school AED
“All of a sudden, it was like my head went into a really, really big spin.” Read the full story here.
– Commonwealth JournalFour Henrico ‘angels’ save man from cardiac arrest: ‘You don’t want to walk away’
March 27, 2019HENRICO COUNTY, Va., — Four friends from Henrico are being described as “angels” after saving a man from a sudden cardiac arrest episode while playing basketball. Read the full story here.
– CBS 6San Angelo doctor rescues man who suffered cardiac arrest during workout
SAN ANGELO — Gerald Jost was feeling just fine after his workout at San Angelo CrossFit when he suddenly took a fall. Read the full story here.
– Go San AngeloGeorgia Tech D-lineman Adams dies at age 21
March 26, 2019Georgia Tech defensive lineman Brandon Adams died in Atlanta on Saturday, the school announced in a statement. Read the full story here.
– ESPNEighth-grader saves brother’s life
TARBORO — An exceptional student at W.A. Pattillo Middle School revived his little brother earlier this month with special skills he learned at school. Read the full story here.
– Rocky Mount TelegramOff-duty firefighter saves woman during roadside emergency
March 25, 2019HENRICO COUNTY, Va. (WRIC) — An off-duty Henrico firefighter is being praised for saving a woman who was experiencing a medical emergency on Route 301 in Hanover County. Read the full story here.
– ABC 8 NewsMiddle school student back at school after near-death experience
MT WASHINGTON, Ky. — It’s been three weeks since a Bullitt County middle schooler nearly died on a school bus when her heart stopped beating. Today, Zoe Thomas is back in school and talking about her experience alongside the woman who helped save her life. Read the full story here.
– WHAS 11Perfect stranger helps save life of New York City doorman who suffered massive heart attack
March 23, 2019NEW YORK (WABC) — When the doorman of a New York City hotel suffered a massive heart attack on the job, a total stranger was in the right place at the right time and knew exactly what to do. Read the full story here.
– ABC 7 Eyewitness NewsHow to save a life: Strangers jump into action after 22-year-old CU student collapses
March 22, 2019BOULDER, Colo. — In the game of soccer, seconds can mean the difference between winning and losing, but on the turf field at the University of Colorado Boulder’s recreation center, those seconds became a matter of life and death. Read the full story here.
– Denver 7 ABCABB workers save co-worker’s life using AED, given life-saving award from Mobile Fire-Rescue
THEODORE, Ala. (WKRG) — Three workers at ABB in Theodore are being credited with saving their co-workers life. Read the full story here.
– News 5Theodore employees use AED to save coworker’s life
March 21, 2019THEODORE, Ala. (WPMI) — Three men are being hailed heroes after they helped save a coworker’s life. Read the full story here.
– NBC 15Heritage High runner expected to make full recovery after collapsing at race
Hunter McCrary is a sophomore who runs track at Heritage High School. Read the full story here.
– WRCBtvStudent, 19, dies after collapsing during PE class
March 20, 2019A 19-year-old student from a Tsuen Wan school died on Monday after collapsing during a physical education (PE) lesson. Read the full story here.
– ejInsightCPR-certified ranch staff in Lakeland save life of teen who went into cardiac arrest
LAKELAND, Fla. (FOX 13) – The staff at Spring Lane Ranch knew getting trained in CPR was important, but when a teen fainted just after a riding lesson last Tuesday, that training became invaluable. Read the full story here.
– Fox 13Grand Forks man says he’s thankful for help he received during heart attack
March 19, 2019Tom Speldrich doesn’t remember anything after he collapsed from a heart attack while working last month at 4000 Valley Square. Read the full story here.
– Grand Forks HeraldFDNY Veteran Saved From Cardiac Arrest By Defibrillator He Lobbied For Months Earlier
NEW YORK (CBSNewYork) — Well all know that firefighters are trained to save lives — sometimes it’s each others’, but sometimes it can be their own. Read the full story here.
– New York CBS LocalBill would require schools to teach CPR
March 18, 2019Imagine getting a phone call that your child is laying lifeless on the floor. You drop everything in a panic and begin to run to her rescue. Read the full story here.
– The Famuan OnlineMontez Sweat Combine tests revealed heart condition, paralleling Maurice Hurst situation
Mississippi State defensive end Montex Sweat was one of the big winners at last month’s NFL Combine. He ran a ridiculous 4.41 40 at 6’6” and 260 pounds, and had monstrous measurements with 10 1/2” inch hands and 35 3/4” arms. Physically, he is everything you could want in an edge rusher, with the size [Read More...]
– Silver and Black PrideLifeVest saves man after sudden cardiac arrest
March 16, 2019WARREN, Mich. – Paul Piasecki, 67, of Detroit, didn’t realize he was having a heart attack. Read the full story here.
– Click On DetroitHigh school lifeguard saves drowning teen at Brooklyn school
A Brooklyn high school lifeguard saved a drowning student on Monday — performing CPR and, with the help of an on-campus doctor, zapping him back to life with two shots from a defibrillator, sources said. Read the full story here.
– NY PostWoman survives cardiac arrest after off-duty Columbus Police officer uses AED at gym
March 15, 2019COLUMBUS, Ohio — Luann Sourintha thought she’d hit the gym one more time before the year ended on December 31st. The last thing she remembers is being light headed. Luann woke up in the hospital in the new year and was told she’d gone into cardiac arrest at the gym. “I was kind of distraught [Read More...]
– Fox 28Sudden cardiac arrest strikes another student in central Pa.
An eighth-grader at the Milton Hershey School in Dauphin County has died after sudden cardiac arrest, becoming the second student in the Harrisburg area within two weeks to die of the syndrome. Read the full story here.
– Penn LiveLandfill employees help save Walton County resident’s life
March 14, 2019A Walton County man may have lost his life on March 5 if not for the quick action of local landfill employees Read the full story here.
– The HeraldOcean Township teen honored for saving younger sister’s life
Claire Taylor was babysitting her younger sister in their Ocean Township home when the unthinkable happened. Read the full story here.
– app.comOHIO LITTLE CAESARS EMPLOYEES SAVES MAN’S LIFE ON VIDEO
March 13, 2019The quick action of this man’s three co-workers saved his life in New Philadelphia, Ohio. Read the full story here.
– WKFR 103.3JMHS mourns death of student who collapsed during gym class Monday
James Monroe High School students stood in the school commons for 15 minutes of silence Tuesday morning to pay respects to a classmate who died Monday after collapsing in gym class. Read the full story here.
– Fredericksburg.comRavenna woman saves co-worker’s life
March 12, 2019Marea Ludwig was starting a new job at Lighthouse Pools and Spas in Ravenna last summer, and noted on her paperwork she was a trained lifeguard and CPR instructor. Read the full story here.
– Record-CourierKroger nurse and customer jump to man’s aid after he collapsed at Jackson store
A routine trip to the grocery store turned into an emergency situation after a man collapsed in a Jackson Kroger Thursday. Read the full story here.
– Jackson SunHigh school trainer saves Northwest Colorado man’s life
March 11, 2019CARBONDALE — A Steamboat Springs man attending his son’s middle school basketball tournament at Roaring Fork High School Saturday in Carbondale is lucky Ryan Erickson was on duty as the tournament’s athletic trainer. Read the full story here.
– Craig PressCPR saves: Man owes his life to fiancée, paramedics
A Paulding County woman thought her fiance had fallen asleep beside her in bed. Read the full story here.
– Atlanta. News. Now.Miss Teen Universe dies after suffering a heart attack while on a skiing holiday one day before her 20th birthday
March 9, 2019A former Miss Teen Universe has died after suffering a heart attack the day before her 20th birthday. Read the full story here.
– DailyMail.com35-Year-Old Cardiac Arrest Survivor Shares Story at “Her Story 11:11”
FARGO–“Her Story at 11:11” gives one woman a month the chance to tell her own unique story. Read the full story here.
– KVRR Local NewsThis teenager’s heart stopped, and a teacher grabbed the one thing that might save him: an AED
March 8, 2019Taj Nixon and his friends burst into April Williamson’s music classroom a few days after Thanksgiving, excitedly sharing the news that one of them had gotten into an accelerated school program. His heart beating fast, Taj sat down at a desk for a minute while the others kept chatting. Read the full story here.
– Philly.comHigh school football player dies after passing out in weight room
A high school football player in Missouri reportedly died after collapsing while lifting weights. Read the full story here.
– New York PostA grieving family’s mixed emotions after defibrillator saves teen
March 7, 2019An Ottawa family who fought to have defibrillators placed in schools after their son died during recess say they had mixed emotions when they learned one of the machines helped save the life of another child. Read the full story here.
– CBC NewsRoadside angel helps save woman after cardiac arrest
Spring Green (WKOW) — A Richland Center woman was basically dead on the side of the road in Spring Green after she went into cardiac arrest. Then, a guardian angel appeared and saved her life. Read the full story here.
– WQOW.comCoach credits training, advance planning for defibrillator save of teenage basketball player
March 6, 2019A basketball coach who helped resuscitate a teenage player who collapsed on the court in cardiac arrest two weeks ago credits his training and good planning for the save. Read the full story here.
– Ottawa CitizenBystander performs CPR, helps save person in cardiac arrest
A bystander’s quick-thinking is being credited for helping a Kern County Fire Department paramedic engine save a person in cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– 23 ABC News‘The Bulldog family is in mourning,’ remembering student who died after cardiac arrest
March 5, 2019Sixteen-year-old Jonathan Kuhn was coming into his own as a rising star on the Big Spring High School boys’ basketball team, and was widely loved and admired by members of the school community who are now grappling with his sudden death, said Big Spring principal William August. Read the full story here.
– PA Penn LiveXenia honors city firefighter/paramedic for saving the life of 17-month-old girl
XENIA — (UPDATED @ 11:03 p.m.): Thursday, Feb. 28, 2019, is now forever “Levi Dalton Day” in the city of Xenia to honor the city firefighter/paramedic for saving the life of a neighbor’s 17-month-old daughter three weeks ago. Read the full story here.
– WHIO TVBurwell son performs CPR, saves father
March 4, 2019BURWELL, Neb. — In Burwell, Nebraska, it was a typical Friday night for Brenda and Hugh Holmquist. Friends were visiting from out of town, and their son Josh had just stopped by for dinner, when suddenly Hugh Holmquist was face down in their kitchen, unresponsive. Read the full story here.
– NTV ABCOff-duty firefighters save snowmobiler’s life
By his own admission, John Jeska shouldn’t be here. Read the full story here.
– KARE 11Ellenton barber offers free CPR class after nursing student saved his life
March 3, 2019ELLENTON, Fla. (FOX 13) – At Wendell Thorne’s barbershop in Ellenton, you’ll be greeted with life advice while you get a good old-fashioned cut and shave. Read the full story here.
– Fox 13Man Suffered Heart Attack On Wedding Anniversary, Love Saved His Life
SIOUX FALLS, SD – Valentine’s Day came and went weeks ago, but two sweethearts prove the power of love can defy death. Clay and Jan Fisher celebrated their anniversary on January 25. Instead of coming home with flowers, Clay had something else to tell his wife. The whole ordeal was an attack on their future. [Read More...]
– Kelo LandHow To Use An AED
March 2, 2019UTICA, N.Y. – We caught up with MVHS to get a better idea on how to use an AED. Automated external defibbrillator’s are used to potentially stop an irregular heartbeat. AED’s are very simple to use, only with three buttons on the face of the device, ON/OFF, ANALYZE, and SHOCK. Once the system is turned [Read More...]
– CNY HomepageOkanagan teachers awarded for saving life of teen in cardiac arrest
Two high school teachers in the South Okanagan were recognized on Tuesday for their heroic actions in saving the life of a teenager who had gone into cardiac arrest. Shelby Thom reports. Read the full story here.
– Yahoo!Have a heart, learn CPR
March 1, 2019ARLINGTON, Va. – U.S. Army Maj. Rick Connolly, an Army Nurse who also served as a paramedic for several years, thinks that Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, more commonly known as CPR, is something everyone can learn very easily. Since 2007, new Soldiers have been trained on CPR and other lifesaving skills before graduating from basic combat training. [Read More...]
– DVIDSTwo Bristol officers awarded after saving man’s life
BRISTOL, CT (WFSB) – Two Bristol police officers are credited with saving a man’s life last year and were awarded by being named officers of the year. Read the full story here.
– Eyewitness News 3‘An exclamation point from God:’ Man who died twice reunites with first responders
February 28, 2019FUQUAY-VARINA, N.C. — A Fuquay-Varina man was reunited with a group of Wake County first responders after they gave him a new shot at life by resuscitating him twice. Read the full story here.
– WRAL.com‘She was meant to be alive’: Oak Park school nurse recounts using CPR, defibrillator to save staff member
As an urgent yell for help reached the school nurse’s office at Oak Park’s Whittier Elementary School near the end of the school day on a January afternoon, Hilary Winkelhake sprang into action. Read the full story here.
– Chicago TribuneParents, watch for these warning signs of heart disease in youth
February 27, 2019February is Heart Month, a time to reflect that heart disease is the No. 1 killer of men and women in the United States. Read the full story here.
– USA TodayHerrin woman credits local heart team for saving her life during heart attack
CARBONDALE — Iva Jones believes a move to Herrin help save her life. Read the full story here.
– The Southern IllinoisanBittinger crew documents first successful cardiac arrest save
BITTINGER — Last week, Grantsville resident Barry Wilt became the first successful cardiac arrest save for the Bittinger Fire and Rescue crew since it began ambulance transports about two years ago. Read the full story here.
– The Garrett Country RepublicanOCMS teacher puts heart and soul into teaching CPR
When Mark Woodward teaches CPR to eighth-graders at Owensboro Catholic Middle School, he really puts his heart into it. Read the full story here.
– Owensboro Messenger-InquirerCardio for Kids teaches youngsters life-saving techniques
February 25, 2019“Awesome” was the word 10-year-old Shelby Reeves used to describe what she learned at Cardio for Kids Feb 16. Reeves and other youngsters were taught how to administer CPR and how to use an AED — automated external defibrillator — at the event presented by Columbus Cardiovascular Care on Willowbrook Road. It was a topic [Read More...]
– The DispatchCoach’s wife suffers cardiac arrest at Jones vs. Lake Highland playoff game
Tuesday night’s Jones at Lake Highland Prep girls basketball playoff game was called off in the third quarter when Carlene Honor, the wife of Lake Highland’s coach, suffered cardiac arrest and collapsed in the stands. Read the full story here.
– Orlando SentinelIs a heart attack the same as cardiac arrest?
February 24, 2019The term “heart attack” is often mistakenly used to describe cardiac arrest. While a heart attack may cause cardiac arrest, the two terms don’t mean the same thing. Read the full story here.
– Clinton Herald911 dispatcher helps 10-year-old with CPR to resuscitate mother
INDIANAPOLIS (WTHR) – A 10-year-old girl possibly saved her mother’s life thanks to the help of a woman on the other end of the phone. Read the full story here.
– 13 WTHR‘He’s a Miracle’
February 22, 2019FULTON, Ill. — A trucker by trade, James Walters was busy working at his other job at the auto spa he owns at the foot of the North Bridge, in Fulton, on a recent Saturday morning. Read the full story here.
– Clinton HeraldMan dies twice but lives to tell story, thanks to strangers
NASHVILLE (WZTV/CNN) – Two terrifying medical incidents changed the life of a Nashville doctor forever, leading him to strive for a life of compassion for and connection with everyone he meets. Read the full story here.
– 6 WBRCAbout 2,000 young adults under 25 die of sudden cardiac arrest each year. And it’s rising, study says
February 21, 2019Just last month, a child in Fountain Hills, Arizona, suffered a cardiac arrest, with a teacher saving the middle school student. The incident reflects the results of a new study from the University of North Carolinashowing cardiac arrest among young people is rising nationwide. Read the full story here.
– WXYZ Detroit ABC 7Good Samaritan, Wall Police Save Man’s Life
WALL, NJ — A pair of Wall Township police officers and a Good Samaritan are receiving praise for their efforts that saved the life of a man who collapsed at a Wall grocery store earlier this month. Read the full story here.
– PatchWoman who saved man’s life with CPR honored along Detroit Firefighters
February 20, 2019DETROIT (FOX 2) – The weather was in single digits. Unique Bost was pregnant. And no one was stopping to check on the man not moving in his car. Read the full story here.
– Fox 2Metro Transit train operator uses CPR to save man’s life
(FOX 9) – Back in September, a Metro Transit train operator used his CPR skills to help save a life. Now, Metro Transit is sharing his story to show the importance of training for emergency situations. Read the full story here.
– Fox 9CPR-trained 16-year-old saves man’s life
February 19, 2019Taipei, Feb. 18 (CNA) A 16-year-old boy became a life-saving angel when he performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to save a man who passed out while jogging in New Taipei last week. Read the full story here.
– Focus Taiwan News ChannelCovert paramedics revive husband and wife who both went into cardiac arrest
COVERT TOWNSHIP, Mich. — Heart disease is the number one cause of death for women and men in the U.S. The American Heart Association reported about 610,000 people die from heart disease each year and more than 350,000 cardiac arrests occur outside of health care facilities. Read the full story here.
– WSBT 22Doctor gives hearty endorsement to learning CPR
February 17, 2019You don’t have to be super to save a life, but you might just become someone’s hero. Read the full story here.
– The Tribune DemocratVisitor saved by AED machine meets Honolulu firefighter who helped him
Richard Schmidt, 76, was just about to board his flight home to Sacramento after a two-week vacation here last month when his heart suddenly stopped and he collapsed at the jetway at the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport. Read the full story here.
– Star AdvertiserCoaches honored for life-saving actions of high-school basketball player
February 16, 2019GRAND HAVEN, Mich. (Grand Haven Tribune) – On Monday, Feb. 11, the Fruitport Township police and fire departments honored Fruitport Calvary Christian coaches Jeff Zehr and Mike Harris for their actions in helping the first responders save a 17-year-old Calvary student who had suffered a sudden cardiac arrest during basketball practice. Read the full story [Read More...]
– ABC 13How a defibrillator implant is giving heart patients peace of mind
February 15, 2019RICHMOND, Va. — Steve Hambleton recently received a defibrillator to help him manage an irregular heartbeat. Despite living a healthy and active life, he knows he’s at a higher risk of going into cardiac arrest. He recently had a defibrillator implanted to help ensure a healthy heart. Read the full story here.
– CBS 6Troopers directing traffic save woman’s life
LAKE COUNTY (WANE) – Three Indiana State Troopers who happened to be in the right place at the right time Wednesday morning are being credited with saving the life of a Crown Point woman. Read the full story here.
– Wane.comAfter runner collapses, responders work together to save him
February 14, 2019Rune J. Simeonsson’s memory of that November day stops at the point when he crossed a road to finish the last leg of his routine, hour-or-so-long run. Read the full story here.
– Sun JournalRunner who collapsed at Mercedes Marathon recounts experience
BIRMINGHAM, AL (WBRC) – Looking at Joe Henson just before the Mercedes Half Marathon, you would never guess what was about to happen to him. Read the full story here.
– 6 WBRCCoach, others who saved Michigan teen in cardiac arrest honored for heroism
February 13, 2019When Jeff Zehr saved Luke Anhalt’s life on Dec. 13, 2018, his instincts and training took over. Read the full story here.
– Michigan Live‘Our first moment of joy’
GRAND RAPIDS — Sid Sybenga’s survival story starts with an angel — his 11-year-old granddaughter, who dashed for help when he suffered a cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– Grand Haven TribuneDoctor saves fellow hockey player who has heart attack during game
February 12, 2019When Jib Street collapsed into cardiac arrest during a pickup hockey game, Craig Bryant, a doctor playing on the other team, sprang into action. Read the full story here.
– TodayAnother day at the office – thanks to a defibrillator close at hand
On National Wear Red Day in 2018, few people at the Nashville law firm Lewis, Thomason, King, Krieg & Waldrop took notice of the occasion, which calls attention to heart disease being the number one killer of women. Read the full story here.
– Health 24In honor of American Heart Month, Dr. Mehmet Oz of “The Dr. Oz Show” joins TODAY to talk about what to do in the event of a heart emergency. He demonstrates the correct way to perform CPR and how to use an AED.
February 11, 2019In honor of American Heart Month, Dr. Mehmet Oz of “The Dr. Oz Show” joins TODAY to talk about what to do in the event of a heart emergency. He demonstrates the correct way to perform CPR and how to use an AED. Watch the video here.
– TodayCalifornia toddler’s CPR expertise has father encouraging others to learn
TULARE, California — A California CPR instructor says he began teaching his daughter how to perform life-saving techniques before she could walk, and hr believes that if she can learn, anyone can. Read the full story here.
– ABC7North Van students receive CPR and defibrillator training
February 10, 2019In the event of a medical emergency, North Vancouver secondary students might be a good group to turn to for help, following a demonstration of student proficiency at CPR and use of an AED held Friday morning at Sutherland Secondary. Read the full story here.
– North Shore NewsTeacher saves student’s life
On Jan. 30, the Fountain Hills Rural/Metro Fire Department was called to Fountain Hills Middle School when a seventh grader went into cardiac arrest on the school’s track. Read the full story here.
– The Fountain Hills TimesCardiac arrest survivors and first responders honored at event
February 9, 2019BUELLTON, Calif. – According to Rob Lettieri, he probably shouldn’t be alive today. Read the full story here.
– KEYT.comQuick-thinking MU students pass test when professor suffers cardiac arrest
February 8, 2019COLUMBIA — On the afternoon of Feb. 2, 2018, Eric Prullage and Colleen Compas were in a University of Missouri biochemistry lab, engrossed in making copies of a DNA segment with a method called polymerase chain reaction. The senior biochemistry students heard a thud and looked up from their work to see their professor, Shuqun [Read More...]
– 13 KRCGB.C. teen grateful that CPR-trained teachers, AED saved his life
The B.C. teen whose life was saved by two teachers is thankful they knew CPR, and that his high school had an automated external defibrillator. Read the full story here.
– Global NewsTeachers save student with AED
February 7, 2019To say Oliver high school students are in good hands with Mike Russo and Steve Podmorow is an understatement right now. Read the full story here.
– Oliver ChronicleMost Americans not sure how to use an AED, survey shows
Cincinnati — More than 3 in 5 Americans doubt their ability to correctly use an automated external defibrillator, while slightly more than half say they are proficient in performing CPR, according to the results of a recent survey. Read the full story here.
– Safety and Health MagazineLewes Man Saves Best Friend’s Life with CPR
February 6, 2019LEWES, Del.- A Florida vacation for a group of friends turned into a life-changing experience after one man suffered a heart attack and was subsequently saved by his best friend. Read the full story here.
– WRDE Coast TVNursing student, Costco employee honored for saving woman’s life after heart attack
PLEASANT PRAIRIE — Heroes were honored in Pleasant Prairie Monday evening, Feb. 4. Read the full story here.
– Fox 6 NowSurvivor Story: One woman survives cardiac arrest, now teachers others CPR saves lives
February 5, 2019AVON — A cardiac arrest survivor has turned her test into testimony to share with others about how CPR can mean the difference between life and death. Read the full story here.
– The Indy ChannelMadison County Commission Chairman rescues man with no pulse from wrecked vehicle
(WAFF) – A Madison County leader is receiving praise after rescuing a man from a wrecked vehicle on I-65 in Cullman County on Saturday. Read the full story here.
– WAFF48Heart attack survivor stresses importance of CPR/AED training after facing the ‘widow maker’
February 4, 2019NORMAL — David Stokes woke up on Dec. 13 strapped to a hospital bed with no memory of the last 13 hours. Read the full story here.
– The PantagraphTwo Local Firefighters Honored For Saving Captain’s Life
February 3, 2019ENDWELL, N.Y. – Two Endicott firefighters have been honored the Broome County Firefighter of the Year award Friday night. Read the full story here.
– Fox 40Former PSU basketball star, Red Land graduate dies of undetected heart condition
HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM) – Former Penn State basketball player and Red Land graduate, Jermaine Marshall, died of complications from an undetected heart condition, according to his family. Read the full story here.
– ABC 27 WHTMTwo B.C. teachers save life of Grade 8 student
February 2, 2019Two teachers at a high school in Oliver, B.C., are being credited with saving the life of a Grade 8 student. Read the full story here.
– Global NewsCPR-trained students help save Rev. Rob Lee during seizure Monday
When freshman communication major Taylor Masten’s class was dismissed 10 minutes early on Monday, she had no idea she would help save a life two minutes later. Read the full story here.
– The Appalachian OnlineOff-duty firefighters help save man’s life in a Medford gym
February 1, 2019MEDFORD, Ore. — Saving lives is part of every first responder’s job, but for two Medford firefighters, the call for service came in while they were off the clock. Read the full story here.
– KTVL News 10Round Rock students learn CPR at school, use it to save man’s life
January 31, 2019ROUND ROCK (KXAN) — Remember thinking in high school, “when will I ever use this?” Read the full story here.
– KXAN.comCPR savior helps keep Arnegard family together
ARNEGARD, N.D. – A toddler in Arnegard is alive today because of what the family is calling a real-life miracle. Read the full story here.
– KFYRTVFamily shocked after 11-year-old collapses, dies playing basketball
January 30, 2019URBANA, Ohio (WDTN) – Family members are grieving after an 11-year-old boy collapsed and died while playing basketball. Read the full story here.
– WDTN 2 News‘He was not breathing’: Soccer player saved by teammates after he went into cardiac arrest
TUALATIN, OR (KPTV) – A local man’s quick-thinking teammates helped save his life after he went into cardiac arrest before a soccer match last August. Read the full story here.
– Fox 12 OregonGood Samaritan saves Mexia man’s life with CPR
January 29, 2019MEXIA, Texas — A Mexia man is recovering in the hospital after a good Samaritan saved his life using CPR on Sunday. Read the full story here.
– KCENTV.comSpringfield firefighter honored for saving woman’s life with CPR
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) — Springfield firefighter Boadu Adomako was honored Wednesday after saving a life. Read the full story here.
– Fox IllinoisCity offers free CPR training as cardiac arrest survival rates increase
January 28, 2019When a person goes into cardiac arrest, do you know what to do? The City of Brentwood wants to make sure your answer is always “yes.” Read the full story here.
– Brentwood HomepageFan returns after suffering from cardiac arrest at Cal Poly basketball game
A man who suffered from a cardiac arrest at Cal Poly Men’s Basketball game returns to Mott Athletics Center after fans saved his life. Read the full story here.
– KSBY 6Six more Madison Co. patrol cars equipped with lifesaving machines thanks to donations
January 27, 2019Six more Madison County Sheriff’s Office patrol cars will now have the capability to save lives of individuals experiencing cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– Jackson SunHawaiian Airlines attendant who died during flight ID’d as longtime employee
Hawaiian Airlines identified the attendant who died of heart attack during a flight Thursday as a longtime employee. Read the full story here.
– Fox NewsOhio County deputy recognized for life-saving action on New Year’s Day
January 26, 2019An Ohio County Sheriff’s deputy is being recognized for his quick life-saving action. Read the full story here.
– Tristate HomepageTaking tune from “The Office,” man helps save woman’s life
TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) — A classic scene from a decade-old episode of “The Office” helped an Arizona mechanic save an unconscious woman’s life. Read the full story here.
– CBS News 12Oberlin College student recovers from cardiac scare
January 25, 2019An Oberlin College student is getting back into the swing of things after suffering a severe cardiac event. Read the full story here.
– Morning JournalSkier stuck upside down in snow given CPR and saved in Colorado
VAIL, Colo. (AP) – A group of skiers and snowboarders revived an Ohio man after he suffocated while upside down in deep snow on a Colorado slope. Read the full story here.
– KKTV 11 NewsMost Americans Don’t Know How To Operate An AED
January 24, 2019Do you know how to operate an automated external defibrillator (AED)? What about the people working in your facility? That knowledge could be a matter of life and death, but a new poll commissioned by Cintas Corporation found that 63 percent of Americans are not confident that they know how to operate an AED. Read the [Read More...]
– Facility ExecutivePolice dispatcher credited with saving newborn
SAUGUS, Mass. (AP) — A police dispatcher in Saugus is being credited with saving the life of a newborn boy. Read the full story here.
– The Daytona Beach News JournalAs heavy shoveling ramps up in Milwaukee, it’s important to slow down
January 23, 2019With more snow and the potential for brutal cold in the forecast this week, the Milwaukee area is bracing for the likelihood that winter ramps up. Read the full story here.
– TMJ4CPR in Schools trains more than 300 Wisconsin schools, 6,000 students
MILWAUKEE (PRESS RELEASE) — More than 6,000 students in Wisconsin are trained in hands-only CPR, thanks to the successful program CPR in Schools. This statewide program, funded by a grant from the Advancing a Healthier Wisconsin Endowment, is coming to a close. However, with the skills and equipment provided to schools under this project, thousands [Read More...]
– WEAU 13 NewsIowa Referee Has Life Saved During Middle School Basketball Game
January 22, 2019DES MOINES, Iowa — In a matter of a second, a seventh-grade boys basketball game between Ballard and Perry turned from a friendly sporting event to a life-or-death situation, when a referee collapsed on the court. But thanks to parents in the stands, he is alive and able to speak with Channel 13’s Whitney Blakemore. [Read More...]
– 13WhoTV.comCalm heads, new CPR skills help two Walmart employees save a life
LOWVILLE — “When I walked over, there was a man lying on the floor. He was purple and gray and I knew it wasn’t good.” Read the full story here.
– Journal & Republican“Thank You for Saving my Life,” Pea Ridge Teen Returns Home After Collapsing at School
January 20, 2019PEA RIDGE, Ark. (KNWA) — A school nurse and a coach save the life of a Pea Ridge High School student after she suddenly collapsed in the classroom just one week ago today. Read the full story here.
– NWA HomepageQuick thinking first responders using AED save local man at Perrysburg wrestling tournament
PERRYSBURG (WTOL) – Jim Scharer was watching his grandson in a wrestling tournament at Perrysburg High School. Read the full story here.
– WTOL 11S.C. coaches perform CPR, use AED to save basketball team manager and football player
January 19, 2019It’s been some kind of a week at Spartanburg High School in South Carolina. Read the full story here.
– USA TodayDO YOU KNOW HOW TO USE AN AED?
It may seem like that AED (automated external defibrillator) is just collecting dust in the corner, but the truth is, you’ll never know when you might need it. Medical emergencies can happen anytime, anywhere, and to people who appear to be perfectly healthy. We hope you never have to use one, but should the occasion arise, [Read More...]
– Our Community NowFifteen-year-old basketballer suffers cardiac arrest on court
January 18, 2019Measuring almost two-metres tall teenager Josh Simpson looks like nothing could bring him down. Read the full story here.
– 9 NewsMount Holly Springs couple recounts effort to save husband during cardiac arrest
Tears of gratitude flowed down the face of Penny Nace Monday night. Read the full story here.
– The SentinelMan collapses, saved by jogger, defib machine
January 17, 2019MUMBAI: A novel initiative by Bandra’s Holy Family Hospital .. Read the full story here.
– The Times of IndiaSaving Kennedy
Smiling and giving a thumbs up from her hospital bed in Arkansas Children’s Hospital, Kennedy Allison is a testimony to the efficacy of training and love of community. Read the full story here.
– Arkansas Democrat GazetteBystanders jump into action when man suffers cardiac arrest at Cal Poly game
January 16, 2019Quick action by some fans at the Cal Poly Men’s Basketball game over the weekend saved a man’s life. Read the full story here.
– KSBY 6Happy Ending After North Texas Woman Gives Birth In Moving Minivan To Baby Not Breathing
FORT WORTH (CBSDFW.COM) – “Just…pffffff…something was coming,” explained Angel Nandjole. “When I touch like this, that was the head. At that time, I was like, I have to do something. I have to save the baby.” Read the full story here.
– 21 CBS DFWNursing Students Save Man’s Life in NLR
January 15, 2019NORTH LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (News release) – Two first-year nursing students at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock saved a man’s life at a North Little Rock gym because they were able to quickly administer CPR and give other life-saving help in the crucial moments before paramedics arrived. Read the full story here.
– KARK.comDaytona firefighter saves life of police officer having heart attack at gym
DAYTONA BEACH — An off-duty Daytona Beach firefighter working out at a gym saved the life of a police officer, who had a heart attack, while exercising at the same facility, authorities said. Read the full story here.
– The Daytona Beach News JournalLongview ISD athletic trainers to be honored for saving cross country coach’s life
January 14, 2019LONGVIEW, Texas — Two Longview Independent School District athletic trainers will be honored by the State of Texas for saving the life of the school’s cross country coach in October 2018. Read the full story here.
– CBS 19FOX4’s Kerri Stowell, others trained in CPR, help save Chiefs fan who suffered massive heart attack
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — When a man suffered a massive heart attack during FOX4’s Red Friday morning show special, quick action helped save his life, action taken by FOX4 traffic reporter Kerri Stowell and several others who began giving CPR. Read the full story here.
– Fox4KC.comTwo times a Samaritan
January 12, 2019In less than a week, Kevin Gray helped save two lives. Read the full story here.
– Mail TribuneA Life Saved Thanks To CPR
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — A reunion for one man and the people who saved his life. Read the full story here.
– News Channel 5 NashvilleFinneytown paramedic did CPR on daughter, grandson – 25 years apart
January 11, 2019Twenty-five years ago, Jeff Steel helped resuscitate his 12-year-old daughter, Sarah, after she went into cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– Cincinnati.comHeart screening law: Making it mandatory
HOUSTON – At just 16 years old, standing 6 feet, 4 inches tall, Jarron Holden hits the gym with a ferocity that knows no limits. Read the full story here.
– Click 2 HoustonNoah Anderson third family member to get heart-helping implant
January 10, 2019An 8-year-old Finneytown boy who went into cardiac arrest on a cruise ship came through surgery and is resting in a Miami, Florida, hospital this morning. Read the full story here.
– The EnquirerCary man home from hospital after mail carrier’s CPR saves him on Christmas Eve
CARY, N.C. (WNCN) — Last week CBS 17 introduced you to a Cary mailman who saved the day by doing CPR on one of his customers on Christmas Eve. Read the full story here.
– CBS 178-YEAR-OLD BOY GOES INTO CARDIAC ARREST ON CRUISE SHIP WHILE ON FAMILY VACATION
January 9, 2019An 8-year-old boy is facing a long road ahead of him after going into cardiac arrest on Friday while on a cruise ship with his family. Read the full story here.
– NewsweekRight place, right time: Jeannette first responders save man’s life during training exercise
Don Mahoney was right where he needed to be. Read the full story here.
– Trib LiveHow to prevent sudden death? CPR
January 8, 2019My first experience with cardiopulmonary resuscitation was during the summer of 1969. I was an orderly in a Minneapolis intensive care unit (ICU) when my patient stopped breathing. I called for help and provided mouth-to-mouth breathing and chest message until the team arrived. Later the doctor told me I saved the patient’s life, further convincing [Read More...]
– Brookings RegisterParkridge Health trains Hamilton County teachers how to respond to medical emergencies
Schools are required by law to conduct various types of drills every year. Staff and students participate in fire drills, tornado drills, sometimes earthquake drills and even lockdown or active shooter drills. Read the full story here.
– Times Free Press‘It wasn’t his time to go’: Life-saving response enables professor to return to classroom
January 7, 2019Whether he is standing in a college lecture hall or seated among child development colleagues in Europe or Asia, Professor Rune Simeonsson feels quite at home making speeches. Read the full story here.
– Reflector.comHealthy competition: Athletic trainers keep athletes on the field
January 6, 2019It’s like waiting for the inevitable, said West Orange High head athletic trainer Matt Laws. Read the full story here.
– Orange Observer9-Year-Old Helps Save Elderly Man at Cocoa Beach Resort
COCOA BEACH, Fla. — A 9-year-old girl on vacation with her family in Cocoa Beach is being hailed a hero — her instincts helped save a man having a medical problem in a resort hotel pool. Read the full story here.
– Spectrum News 13‘More than appreciative’: Woman thanks McDonald’s manager who saved her life
January 5, 2019GRAND BLANC TOWNSHIP, Mich. (WJRT) — When a customer went into sudden cardiac arrest, a McDonald’s manager jumped into action. Her quick efforts performing CPR saved the woman’s life. Read the full story here.
– WEAU 13 NewsStillman Valley woman assists first responders in saving husband’s life
STILLMAN VALLEY – A local man collapses in his bedroom during a heart attack, with paramedics still minutes away, his wife begins life-saving measures. Stillman Fire officials say she did everything right, adding the reason he’s alive today is thanks to her help. Read the full story here.
– MyStateline.comRecognizing the warning signs of cardiac arrest
January 4, 2019More than 50 percent of the patients who get sudden cardiac arrest have at least some warning signs in the weeks before. This is important because those who recognize the symptoms and reach out for medical help have a fivefold chance of avoiding the devastating consequences. Read the full story here.
– KYW News Radio 1060Man suffers cardiac arrest, reunited with Utah paramedic who saved his life
(KUTV) — A man who suffered a cardiac arrest was reunited with one of the paramedics who is credited with saving his life. Read the full story here.
– 2 KUTVNeighbor performs CPR on boy who fell into swimming pool
January 3, 2019ORLANDO, Fla. (WOFL FOX 35) – A toddler is in good condition at Arnold Palmer Hospital for Children, after nearly drowning in a backyard pool. Read the full story here.
– Fox 35CPR At White Marsh Mall Saves Man’s Life
WHITE MARSH, MD — A man and his wife helped save a man’s life in the White Marsh Mall this week. The response was automatic, according to Wes Thatcher. Read the full story here.
– PatchAnderson teen, who went into cardiac arrest on basketball court, looks toward future
January 2, 2019Clate Pendergrass has spent a lot of time in cardiologists’ offices over the last year — enough to change his career aspirations. Read the full story here.
– Independent MailA New Model for Increasing Cardiac Arrest Survival Requires We Fix the National AED Shortage, Too
In the previous article in this series, we discussed that sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is the third-leading cause of death in the United States and one of the most challenging public health issues to address. Sadly, less than 6 percent of SCA victims survive, despite 30 years of effort to combat this scary statistic. We [Read More...]
– Occupational Health & SafetyMystery Shrouds Sudden Death of ‘Healthy’ 16-Year-Old NYC Boy at Basketball Practice
January 1, 2019Authorities are working to determine why a 16-year-old Queens boy suddenly collapsed and died at basketball practiceas his mother grapples with the mystery that befell her “healthy as you could imagine” son. Read the full story here.
– NBC4 New YorkTrainer saves Mount Pleasant man’s life after he goes into cardiac arrest
MOUNT PLEASANT, SC (WCBD) – A Mount Pleasant homeowner is thanking a man who saved his life this holiday season. Read the full story here.
– News 2Everyday heroes reunited with man whose life they helped save
December 31, 2018WASHINGTON — Fast action from ordinary people can accomplish remarkable things. Read the full story here.
– WTOPLocal Mother Praises Emergency Responders After Her One-Year-Old Had A Frightening Seizure
December 16 is a day Kari Perkins will always remember: it’s the day she thought she had lost her daughter Read the full story here.
– Lake ExpoFormer fire chief uses defibrillator to save man at Toledo mall
December 29, 2018A retired Toledo fire chief told The Blade he used his personal defibrillator Thursday to help resuscitate a man who was having a cardiac arrest at the Franklin Park Mall in West Toledo. Read the full story here.
– The Blade‘Christmas miracle’: Workers save man who experienced heart attack while buying vehicle
SAN ANTONIO – A 61-year-old man who a Methodist Hospital representative says was without a pulse for five minutes is up and talking again, thanks to quick-thinking workers at 57 Auto Sales, who started CPR after he passed out. Read the full story here.
– KSAT ABC 12Veteran Tamil actor Cheenu Mohan passes away at 62 after suffering cardiac arrest
December 28, 2018Veteran Tamil supporting actor and theatre artist Chennu Mohan passed early on Thursday after suffering a massive cardiac arrest in Chennai. Read the full story here.
– Bollywood LifeTeen dies after falling unconscious during basketball practice at Queens school
December 27, 2018FLUSHING, Queens — A teenage boy found unconscious and unresponsive in a Queens high school on Wednesday died after he was rushed to the hospital, police said. Read the full story here.
– Pix 11This ex-TCU player died on the court. Now he says friends’ prayers worked a miracle
The 58-year-old former TCU basketball player always believed himself to be fit, but this year he learned how fragile a human heart can be, how close death lurks and how miracles happen. Read the full story here.
– Star TelegramJackson County Central helps ref after health scare
JACKSON – First, it was the shortness of breath. Then Derek Claar’s heart started racing out of control. Read the full story here.
– Kare 11Bayonne First Responders Perform Christmas Miracle
December 25, 2018BAYONNE, NJ– “In all my years on this job, I don’t recall ever being put in such a perfect spot at a perfect time,” Bayonne Firefighter Ed Skelly told TAPinto Bayonne of coming across a serious accident while making runs as part of the Department’s Multi-Service Unit on Saturday. Read the full story here.
– Tap Into BayonneCardiac arrest survivor’s wife comes to aid of stranger after gym collapse
An automatic-external defibrillator has saved the life of her own husband, Chris, an amazing four times, so Natalie knew just what she had to do — and quickly — at the Hazeldean Road GoodLife on Friday morning. Read the full story here.
– Ottawa CitizenQuick action by police officer saves Fishers man from ‘widow maker’
December 23, 2018When Corey Miller became a police officer two years ago he envisioned himself saving lives like an action movie hero. Read the full story here.
– IndyStarTrainer saves Mount Pleasant man’s life after he goes into cardiac arrest
December 22, 2018MOUNT PLEASANT, SC (WCBD) – A Mount Pleasant homeowner is thanking a man who saved his life this holiday season. David Phillips was at the gym and during his walk, he fell, blacking out. Read the full story here.
– News 2Team effort saves referee at Lawrence basketball game
The Lawrence boys’ basketball season began like any other year. Locust Valley’s team traveled from the North Shore, and the junior varsity game had gone off without a hitch, but about half way through the Dec. 1 varsity contest it became scary. Read the full story here.
– LI Herald‘I pushed the button’
December 21, 2018Called over by players, the coach took a moment to determine that senior Luke Anhalt had suffered a cardiac arrest. Zehr’s son, Zach, retrieved the nearby automated external defibrillator (AED) that saved Anhalt’s life. Read the full story here.
– Grand Haven TribuneA Simple Test Can Save a Life: Just Ask Xavier Hendrix
LAKELAND, Fla. — On the outside, Xavier Hendrix is a normal young man. A successful high school football player who made the jump to college football at Southeastern University. He was all set to play, until he received a devastating diagnosis from his school’s athletic trainer. Read the full story here.
– Spectrum News 13Harrison woman defies odds in surviving cardiac arrest; life savers honored
December 20, 2018For Harrison resident Janice Gangloff, the best gift is to be alive, and she got it in March. Read the full story here.
– Trib LiveCalvary Christian School coach uses AED to save basketball player’s life
FRUITPORT, Mich. – Luke Anhalt has no recollection of the day he almost died. Read the full story here.
– 13 ABCOfficer recognized for helping save woman’s life
December 19, 2018COLUMBUS, Ind. – Columbus Police Department chief Jon Rohde presented officer Clayton Nolting, a six-and-a-half-year department veteran, with a letter of commendation for helping to save the life of a local woman. The presentation was made at the Tuesday morning meeting of the Board of Works and Public Safety. Read the full story here.
– Local News DigitalLanier High School student saves child with CPR
AUSTIN (KXAN) — When Sophia Adan learned CPR as part of a criminal justice program at her high school, she never thought she would use it. Little did she know that just days after the training, she would save a life. Read the full story here.
– KXANCardiac arrest survivor thanks first responders
December 18, 2018Eric Lingbeek suffered sudden cardiac arrest Aug. 28 just a few days after his 40th birthday – and survived. Read the full story here.
– ABC NewspapersTeam effort, AED saves 5-year-old
As the young mother raced to her five-year-old’s school, memories of another time bombarded her. It wasn’t that long ago that she had these same feelings of fear. She looked over at her 13-year-old son, Sam, sitting in the front seat and warned him that something was wrong and he had better be ready. Read [Read More...]
– The Edmond SunMom Who Went into Cardiac Arrest Weeks After Giving Birth Warns: ‘Pay Attention to Your Body’
December 17, 2018Bobbi Leverette was about 5½ months pregnant when she noticed that she was having difficulty breathing and lying down flat at the same time. Read the full story here.
– PeopleAED and quick thinking by coach credited with saving West Michigan teen’s life
December 15, 2018FRUITPORT, MI – Prayer and worship service are a regular occurrence in the chapel at Calvary Christian Schools. Read the full story here.
– M LiveMarion officer’s quick response saves a life
It started out as a normal day. Marion Police officer Nikki Hotz was sitting in her cruiser on Nov. 1 behind MercyCare Urgent Care, near Seventh Avenue and Katz Drive in Marion, catching up on some paperwork when the call came in from a woman reporting that her husband was unresponsive and possibly having a [Read More...]
– The GazetteTeam effort saves referee at Lawrence basketball game
December 14, 2018The Lawrence boys’ basketball season began like any other year. Locust Valley’s team traveled from the North Shore, and the junior varsity game had gone off without a hitch, but about half way through the Dec. 1 varsity contest it became scary. Read the full story here.
– LI Herald8-year-old Girl and Neighbor Save Mother’s Life After Heart Attack
FARGO, N.D. — An 8–year–old girl and her neighbor are honored for saving her mom’s life after a heart attack. On Nov. 25, 8–year–old Sloan Stoltz showed up to her neighbor Mark Donarski’s house looking distraught. Read the full story here.
– KVRRApple Watch Diagnoses Man’s AFib with ECG App
December 13, 2018Fitness wearables have been popular for some time, primarily for tracking the stats on a given workout, and now they’re diagnosing potentially life-threatening health conditions. Read the full story here.
– Athletic BusinessFamily makes surprise visit to 911 dispatcher who saved dad’s life
(KGET) — In June 2016, 911 dispatcher Stephanie Cifuentes took a call that forever changed the life of a Wasco, California family. Read the full story here.
– WSAV3His heart stopped midswim. On Sunday, he returned to thank the lifeguards who saved him.
December 12, 2018It was a moment neither man could believe was happening. Bob Lee’s face lit up as John Chapman made his way down the pool deck at the Benjamin Harrison YMCA Sunday evening. There, Lee exclaimed, was the man who helped save his life. Read the full story here.
– Indy StarCPR saves Abilene teacher
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB) – The unexpected happened at Bowie Elementary last week when one teacher experienced a medial emergency. Thanks to the quick thinking of friends and colleagues, she’s recovering, and those who helped are glad they were prepared. Read the full story here.
– Big Country Home PageYMCA workers help resuscitate woman who collapsed while working out
December 11, 2018ANDOVER, Mass. – A young woman is alive thanks to quick-thinking workers at a local YMCA. Read the full story here.
– WSB-TV 2Sheriff’s deputy, NCCC student recognized for life-saving work
A call for “help” came across Niagara County Community College’s Public Safety radio channel last month. Read the full story here.
– Union Sun & JournalECG App and Irregular Heart Rhythm Notification Available Today on Apple Watch
December 10, 2018Starting today, the ECG app on Apple Watch Series 4 marks the first direct-to-consumer product that enables customers to take an electrocardiogram right from their wrist, capturing heart rhythm in a moment when they experience symptoms like a rapid or skipped heart beat and helping to provide critical data to physicians. The irregular rhythm notification [Read More...]
– The Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation70-Year-Old Saved By New Police Officer Who Performed CPR
December 9, 2018DULUTH, GA — A 70-year old man is alive today thanks to the CPR that was performed on him by a GCPD officer and the patrons at a local bar. Read the full story here.
– PatchStaff members of Balmoral school commended for saving 11-year-old’s life
Four members of the faculty of a northwest school were honoured by Alberta EMS on Friday for their actions to help a student who collapsed in gym class. Read the full story here.
– CTV News CalgaryMother who lost daughter to heart condition wins fight for defibrillators in TCDSB schools
December 8, 2018All Toronto Catholic District School Board (TCDSB) schools will have defibrillators by the end of the 2019 school year, thanks to one mom. Read the full story here.
– CBCMom Who Went into Cardiac Arrest Weeks After Giving Birth Warns: ‘Pay Attention to Your Body’
December 7, 2018Bobbi Leverette was about 5½ months pregnant when she noticed that she was having difficulty breathing and lying down flat at the same time. Read the full story here.
– PeopleMinot first responders honored with ‘Heartsaver Hero’ award
MINOT, N.D. – A group of first responders were honored by the American Heart Association for their efforts in saving a woman’s life last month. Read the full story here.
– Fox NewsMall security guard saves South Surrey woman’s life
December 6, 2018A South Surrey security guard has been recognized as a hero after his quick action is credited with saving the life of a senior at Semiahmoo Shopping Centre. Read the full story here.
– Surrey Now LeaderThis teen’s quick thinking saved a man’s life
Daniel Marceleno, 16, stood humbly before a standing ovation at the Hall County School Board of Education meeting last Monday, Nov. 26, nodding, smiling shyly and barely speaking. Read the full story here.
– Gainesville TimesGirl’s heart stopped at soccer practice. Coach’s CPR saved her life.
December 5, 2018Gabriela Koziol can’t wait to dance again. Read the full story here.
– NewJersey.comAbilene infant’s life saved by bystander performing CPR, public encouraged to learn CPR
ABILENE, Texas — A scary moment in Abilene turned into a miracle all because a bystander knew CPR and sprang into action. Read the full story here.
– KTXS 12British Cycling riders to undergo heart scans after high profile athletes suffer cardiac arrests
December 4, 2018British Cycling athletes will undergo yearly heart scans after high profile sporting names have suffered cardiac arrests. Read the full story here.
– Cycling WeeklyThe Legacy of Maggie Dixon
Maggie Dixon, a 28-year-old women’s basketball coach at the United States Military Academy, led the West Point team to its first appearance in the NCAA Basketball Tournament. Four weeks later, Maggie died suddenly, leaving behind a devastated family and a group of heartbroken players. Read the full story here.
– The Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationESU students recognized for providing CPR to university employee
December 3, 2018The East Stroudsburg University’s Council of Trustees (COT) recognized ESU students during its public meeting on Thursday, Nov. 29 for their quick action to provide both CPR and AED intervention to a university employee. Read the full story here.
– 69 NewsMendota mourns sudden death of young athlete
The collapse of a young athlete at Lincoln Junior High, La Salle on Saturday afternoon ended in tragedy when a Holy Cross Warrior died. Read the full story here.
– News TribuneBondurant High School Dance Team Helps Save Man’s Life
December 2, 2018BONDURANT, Iowa — The Bondurant High School Dance Team wasn’t even supposed to be practicing on Tuesday, November 20, but a last-minute rehearsal put them in the right place at the right time to save a life. Read the full story here.
– 13WhoTV.comLiverpool teen saved by co-workers after going into cardiac arrest
LIVERPOOL, N.Y. (WSYR-TV) – A family of five from Liverpool is extra thankful this holiday season. Kayla Scholz, the oldest of the Scholz siblings, has spent the last few weeks re-learning how to walk, read and write. On October 27, just two days after her birthday, her life changed forever. Read the full story here.
– LocalSYR.comLife and death on a football pitch: The Mitchell Cole story
December 1, 2018On one side, the pitches at Finsbury Leisure Centre face Mitchell Street. Read the full story here.
– GOAL.comFOUR BELTON OFFICERS TO RECEIVE AWARD
At the Belton City Council meeting in early December, four Belton Police officers will be awarded the Lifesaving Awards for actions taken in November. The awards presentation will be held on Dec. 11. Read the full story here.
– The Belton Journal‘A human database’: CSULB math professor was beloved throughout Southern California
November 30, 2018Bouquets of white flowers laid at the office doorway of Cal State Long Beach math professor Kent Merryfield Wednesday afternoon. The hallway was quiet without the classical music that would often drift through his door. Read the full story here.
– Long Beach PostBrea Olinda Wrestlers Save Coach’s Life With CPR Skills
Brea Olinda High School Wrestling Coach Brian Schlueter almost died last December when he was taking part in a practice drill and collapsed and went into cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– Spectrum News 1Mother of Coventry teenager who died after sudden cardiac arrest will hold ball in daughter’s honour
November 29, 2018THE MOTHER of a teenager who died after her heart suddenly stopped is holding a charity ball in her daughter’s memory as part of her on-going fundraising campaign. Read the full story here.
– Coventry ObserverWoodbury Police Officer Honored For Saving A Life
WOODBURY, CT — Woodbury Police Officer Mark Defeo and local residents Lisa Bennett, Molly Baldrige, and Kyle Wright were honored for their actions that helped save a life. The officer earned the Medal for Lifesaving and the civilians earned the Commissioner’s Recognition Award, according to the Connecticut State Police. Read the full story here.
– PatchBrothers, age 7 and 10, perform CPR to save grandmother in cardiac arrest
November 28, 2018Lee Chatterson Wu taught life-saving technique to her sons this summer Read the full story here.
– CBC NewsRetired Firefighter Helps Save Woman Who Went Into Cardiac Arrest on Alaska Airlines Flight
A retired firefighter helped save an elderly woman’s life after she went into cardiac arrest on board an Alaska Airlines flight. Read the full story here.
– NBC 4FAMILY THANKFUL FOR SISTER’S CPR SKILLS
November 27, 2018RED BANK – Last November, Theresa and Steve Taylor were sitting on a bus headed to New York City for an evening of live music when they received an unthinkable call from the Ocean Township police department. Read the full story here.
– The Two River TimesCPR training allowed husband and wife to save each other’s lives
One minute Alistair Minson was playing poker with his friends, complaining about indigestion, and the next minute he had collapsed on the floor. Read the full story here.
– ABCCU Boulder golfer grateful routine physical revealed heart issue
November 26, 2018Kelsey Webster left what was supposed to be a routine physical with a diagnosis of a congenital heart defect. Read the full story here.
– Times-Call Local NewsBus driver, first responders honored for saving teen in cardiac arrest
A group of first responders and a school bus driver in Rowlett were honored Wednesday for saving a 16-year old boy. Read the full story here.
– Fox 4First responders honored at appreciation ceremony
November 25, 2018FONDA — A night was dedicated to first responders Thursday at the fifth annual First Responders Appreciation Dinner. Read the full story here.
– The Leader HeraldGlenn Hoddle: Former England boss at home following cardiac arrest
November 24, 2018Former England manager Glenn Hoddle is at home recuperating following his cardiac arrest in October. Hoddle collapsed at the BT Sport studios on 27 October, his 61st birthday, and later underwent surgery. Read the full story here.
– BBCSAFD paramedic dispatched to father’s home during cardiac arrest helps save his life
November 23, 2018SAN ANTONIO – David Nielsen has responded to hundreds of cardiac arrests in his 11 years as a San Antonio firefighter and paramedic, but nothing could have prepared him for the call he took two months ago while on duty. Read the full story here.
– KSAT ABC 12How a coach and PE teacher saved this North Monterey County alum’s life
Eli Tolentino doesn’t remember anything past waking up in the morning on Sept. 18. Read the full story here.
– The CalifornianAfter husband saves wife, couple promotes CPR training
November 22, 2018BISMARCK — On Jan. 16, Greg Chuppe’s wife, Laurie, went into sudden cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– The Dickinson PressFirst Responders Save Teenager’s Life with CPR
PEA RIDGE, Ark. – Local first responders are receiving recognition after saving a young man’s life – when time was not on their side. Read the full story here.
– NWA HomepageGood Samaritans, Fire and Rescue personnel save citizen’s life
November 21, 2018When Jim Kendrick left his Hartwood home on Sept. 10, he did not know that he was about to become part of an elite group of people—the less than 8 percent of people annually who survive in experiencing cardiac arrest outside a hospital. Unexpectedly, Kendrick’s heart stopped beating as he was driving south on Interstate [Read More...]
– Fredericksburg.comFort Polk vet, active duty soldier save golfer’s life
ALEXANDRIA, La. (KALB) – August 26 started out as a normal Sunday game at Links on the Bayou. Golf buddies Billy Voorhies, Gregory Franklin, Andrew Baxter and Bobby Edelen joked around like usual. Read the full story here.
– KALBIncredible Footage of A Son Working with a 9-1-1 Dispatcher to Save His Father’s Life
November 20, 2018CLICK HERE TO WATCH THE VIDEO
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationJust Days After CPR Course, Local Dentist Saved Wife’s Life
Just days after he had been recertified in CPR as part of his dental practice, an area dentist used his knowledge to save his wife. Read the full story here.
– NBC Chicago‘He was absolutely thrilled’: Tipperary teen with serious heart condition chosen for dream US golf trip
November 19, 2018“WE FELT THERE had to be something for him. We were just so frustrated that he was having such a difficult time.” Read the full story here.
– The JournalChillicothe teacher honored by AMT after saving co-workers life
CHILLICOTHE, Il – It can be a matter of life or death, sudden cardiac arrest is the leading cause of death for people over 40 in America, but bystander CPR can nearly triple a persons chance of survival. Read the full story here.
– CProud.comAlbany honors four for rescuing swimmer
November 18, 2018Maddie Mitchell had only been at her lifeguard job a few months. Amy Bennett had helped haul struggling kids from the pool but had never performed a full rescue operation. Read the full story here.
– Corvallis Gazzette-TimesHealthy Living: Gold Star mom donating AEDs to keep military hearts beating
Not a day goes by, Laurie Finlayson doesn’t think about her son, David. “All his whole life he wanted to go into the military,” Finlayson explains. “We were proud of him and supportive when he decided to join the Marines at the age of 23.” Read the full story here.
– Q13 FoxOakland cop saves baby’s life with CPR after newborn found not breathing
November 16, 2018A two-year officer for the Oakland Police Department saved a boy’s life at the beginning of his patrol shift by resuscitating a newborn no more than a few minutes old. Read the full story here.
– San Francisco GateInitiative strives to make UI a HeartSafe campus
About 30 students gathered in a meeting room at the University of Iowa Campus Recreation & Wellness Center on Monday, Oct. 29, practicing CPR breaths and compressions. Read the full story here.
– Iowa City - Press CitizenHigh school students, coaches save life of woman in cardiac arrest
November 15, 2018Two coaches and two of their young student-athletes were recognized Wednesday for saving a stranger’s life. Read the full story here.
– Fox 4Ex-editor raises thousands in aid of devices which saved his life
A retired regional daily editor has raised enough money to buy four new public defibrillators after walking the length of a county’s coastline with his sister. Read the full story here.
– Hold The Front PageJust days after learning CPR, local girl saves a life
November 14, 2018EXTON—Just six short days after becoming certified in Basic Life Support and CPR, Teonna Harris, a dental assisting student from Parkesburg, had to put those skills to use in her own home. Read the full story here.
– Daily Local NewsCPR training helps Westfield middle school teacher save stranger’s life
CASTLETON, Ind. – “It’s nice to know that the little training that you get was enough to know what to do,” said 7th grade language arts teacher Sean Green. Read the full story here.
– Fox 59Three landmark heart studies shed light on sudden cardiac arrest
November 13, 2018Today, at the American Heart Association Scientific Sessions, the research group led by Sumeet Chugh, MD, professor of Medicine and associate director of the Smidt Heart Institute, presented three critical research studies aimed at better understanding sudden cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– Medical PressPenn HS student to be honored for saving man’s life
A big honor for a local high school student. PHM senior Logan Hill will be presented with a Heartsaver Hero Award tonight (Monday) at the school’s board meeting. Read the full story here.
– WSBT 22Thrill-seeking activities relatively safe for hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
November 12, 2018CHICAGO — Patients with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy who participate in thrill-seeking activities such as roller coasters and jet skiing after a diagnosis had mild symptoms, although significant events including implantable cardioverter defibrillator shock and syncope were rare, according to data presented at the American Heart Association Scientific Sessions. Read the full story here.
– Cardiology TodayDoctor Saves Woman’s Life at NYC Marathon, Then Finishes His Race
November 11, 2018When internal medicine specialist Theodore Strange, M.D., stood on the Verrazano Bridge waiting to start the New York City Marathon last Sunday, nothing was out of the ordinary. The weather was perfect: bright sunshine, no wind, mid-40s. His colleagues from Northwell Health were decked out in race bibs beside him. And the course ahead was [Read More...]
– Runner's WorldPark Ridge police officers honored for saving man’s life, solving armed robbery cases
Saving a man’s life and solving a series of armed robberies at area gas stations earned several Park Ridge police officers special recognition from the police department and city this month. Read the full story here.
– Chicago TribuneEMS World Expo Quick Take: Training citizens for emergencies
November 10, 2018NASHVILLE — Community outreach organizations are instrumental in identifying a specific need in the community and providing support to educate its citizens. Read the full story here.
– EMS1.comDefibrillators can help kids survive cardiac arrest, too
Sudden cardiac arrest—when the heart stops beating—is one of the leading causes of death in the U.S. To help save lives, automated external defibrillators, which shock the heart back into a regular beat, have been placed in many public places. Read the full story here.
– Medical PressCPR can save lives. Here’s how (and when) to do it.
November 9, 2018Over the past decade, CPR has changed. The currently-recommended technique is now incredibly simple, avoids putting your mouth on a stranger’s face (huzzah!), and could double—or triple—the victim’s chances of surviving a cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– Popular ScienceEastern Washington soccer player Ashley Valdivieso uses CPR to resuscitate man on team’s flight to tournament
Napping on a flight from Spokane to Denver, Ashley Valdivieso, a freshman on the Eastern Washington women’s soccer team en route to last week’s Big Sky Conference Tournament, woke up to a woman’s screams. Read the full story here.
– SWS Right NowWomen Less Likely To Receive CPR Because Of Their Breasts, Studies Show
November 8, 2018When it comes to your likelihood of receiving bystander CPR if you experience a sudden cardiac arrest in public, your gender may determine whether you live or die. Read the full story here.
– Ten DailyCardiac arrest survivor searches for Good Samaritans who saved his life in Edmonton
He’s ran marathons, team ultramarathons and biked more than 200 kilometres to raise money for cancer research but on Oct. 5, Dragomir Vujnovic was stopped in his tracks. Read the full story here.
– Global NewsBystanders at polling site save man’s life after he suffered cardiac arrest
November 7, 2018WASHINGTON (WJLA) — WASHINGTON (WJLA) — A man waiting in line to vote in Northwest Washington, D.C. collapsed and went into cardiac arrest after suffering a heart attack Tuesday morning. Read the full story here.
– WSBT 22Conn. teachers awarded for saving student with CPR
STAMFORD, Conn. — A student getting a headache during a Monday morning gym class isn’t unusual. Read the full story here.
– EMS1.comMcHenry West staff saved student from cardiac arrest
November 6, 2018A Wonder Lake family is praising the lifesaving efforts of a team of McHenry High School-West Campus staff members who acted quickly to aid a student after he collapsed from sudden cardiac arrest during a physical education class in September. Read the full story here.
– Northwest HeraldTrain employee saves passenger’s life with CPR on what was supposed to be day off
PLEASANTON, Calif. (KTVU) – He wasn’t even supposed to be there, but now he’s a hero. Vincent Seals cleans BART train cars for a living. Normally he works out of the Millbrae Station, but Monday night he picked up a shift at the Dublin/Pleasanton Station and ended up saving a young man’s life. Read the [Read More...]
– Fox 32Lund University Researchers Discover New and Better Marker for Assessing Patients After Cardiac Arrest
November 5, 2018Last year, researchers Tobias Cronberg and Niklas Mattsson at Lund University in Sweden published a study showing serum tau levels to be a new and promising marker for identifying patients with severe brain damage after cardiac arrest. Together with Marion Moseby Knappe, they have now discovered that the protein Neurofilament light (NFL) in serum constitutes [Read More...]
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationEveryday Central Illinois heroes honored at annual Red Cross event
BLOOMINGTON — When Jordan Turner collapsed at O’Brien Kia of Bloomington, two alert co-workers, Cathy Napoline and Jeromy Williams, immediately began CPR. Read the full story here.
– The PantagraphFamily Pushes for Awareness After Son Dies of Cardiac Arrest
November 4, 2018Serious heart events are uncommon among young people, but if one happens, you maybe wondering if your child’s school prepared to handle it. One Orange County family whose son died of sudden cardiac arrest is now working to raise awareness about AEDs, and save lives in the process. Read the full story here.
– NBC 4Scoop: Corona grad double dips as ice cream purveyor, CPR whiz
In a heartbeat, a seemingly ordinary afternoon at a Baskin-Robbins ice cream parlor in Tempe turned into a life-or-death scenario. Jim Wise, owner of the store, was having a heart attack and went into cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– Tempe & West Chandler Wrangler NewsHeart-O-Ween: Halloween special holiday for Tampa Bay woman
November 3, 2018ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (WFLA) – Halloween is a different kind of holiday for 22-year-old Madeline Jones. Five years ago on Halloween, Madeline got some lifesaving news. She needed a heart transplant and one had become available. Read the full story here.
– News Channel 8Woman saves father’s life after heart attack, thanks York County 911 dispatcher and deputy for help
YORK Co., Va. – A woman saved her father’s life after he nearly died from a heart attack. Read the full story here.
– News 3‘His heart was just too big’: Heartbroken wife pays tribute to her life-saver husband after the father-of-two, 36, died suddenly of cardiac arrest
November 2, 2018The Gold Coast lifesaving community has been rocked by the sudden death of a popular patrol captain, who has been remembered as a devoted family man with a free spirit. Read the full story here.
– DailyGrand Prairie dispatcher helps woman save husband
Emergency dispatchers save so many lives, but they are the first responders you don’t hear about every day. The heroic actions of a Grand Prairie 911 dispatcher, however, didn’t go unnoticed. Read the full story here.
– WFAA‘My heart stopped for seven minutes’ – woman, 27, reveals how boyfriend saved her from cardiac arrest death
November 1, 2018At just 27, Amy Millns suffered a cardiac arrest. In the middle of the night, her heart stopping beating for seven minutes. Read the full story here.
– Somerset LivePlano High Volunteer Who Suffered Cardiac Arrest Meets One Of Her Heroes
PLANO, Texas (CBSDFW.COM) – It’s been just under three weeks since Julie Coon went into sudden cardiac arrest while volunteering at Plano Senior High School. Read the full story here.
– 21 CBS DFWFacts to know about sudden cardiac arrest that could save lives
October 31, 2018Nearly 400,000 cardiac arrests occur outside of a hospital each year in the United States, according to the American Heart Association. An electrophysiologist offers four tips he hopes will help make a difference in survival rates of sudden cardiac arrest (SCA). Read the full story here.
– Loma Linda University Health NewsEarl E. Bakken, Pacemaker Inventor and Medtronic Founder, Dies at 94
October 30, 2018Earl E. Bakken, who, working in a Minneapolis garage, invented the first wearable, battery-powered pacemaker and went on to help create the world’s largest medical device company, died on Sunday at his home in Hawaii. He was 94. Read the full story here.
– The New York TimesLebanon girl, 12, survives, heals after cardiac arrest
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — The moments, now recalled as blur, couldn’t have fell into place any better. It was the first time all season that Nikki Faulconer had the chance to see her 12-year-old daughter, Cidni O’Brien, play soccer. Being a full-time nurse, Nikki’s shifts often coincided with her daughter’s game. But on April 21, on [Read More...]
– KOIN 6CPR, skilled first responders save Nags Head visitor
October 29, 2018Vacations are a great opportunity to step away from the normal routine of life. A chance to sit back, relax and enjoy life. And, as expected, some vacations stand out as more memorable than others. Read the full story here.
– The Coastland TimesSwift action by Foster Botanical Garden workers saves arborist’s life
HONOLULU (KHON2) – Foster Botanical Garden employees and contracted workers are being hailed heroes after saving the life of an arborist. Read the full story here.
– KHON 2Family Of 8-Year-Old With HCM To Speak At Conference Advocating Screening Processes This Weekend
October 28, 2018BALTIMORE (WJZ) — On Halloween four years ago, Luke Rose was nearly four years old. He was playing hide and seek with his grandfather and older brother Jack, when his grandfather heard something and asked Luke if he was ok. Read the full story here.
– CBS BaltimoreChain of Survival: Good Samaritans save man in cardiac arrest at local school
SOUTH MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) – Not all heroes wear capes. A man is alive thanks to a group of Good Samaritans. The man had a sudden cardiac arrest in the South Milwaukee Middle School gym when fire officials tell us bystanders’ quick action saved his life. Read the full story here.
– CBS 58Palo Alto plans to add defibrillator to every police car
October 27, 2018Every patrol car in the Palo Alto Police Department will soon be equipped with a new life-saving tool: a defibrillator that restores regular heart rhythm to victims of sudden cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– Palo Alto OnlineTexas HS cross country coach saved by athletes, trainer after collapsing during practice
A Texas high school cross country coach was saved from a potential stroke by quick thinking from his athletes and the school’s athletic trainer, who used an AED to resuscitate him. Read the full story here.
– USA Today2 honored by Miami Police for saving man trapped inside car
October 26, 2018MIAMI (WSVN) – The Miami Police Department honored two high school students who stepped in to save a man in Miami. Read the full story here.
– News MiamiWoman puts CPR training to use, helps save PSTA bus driver suffering medical emergency
PALM HARBOR (FOX 13) – A PSTA transit bus was in the right turn lane on Nebraska Avenue, approaching US-19, when the driver suffered a medical emergency and lost control. Read the full story here.
– Fox 13Recovering CBA football player saw his own funeral the night he almost died
October 25, 2018Syracuse, N.Y. — At first, Melvin Beard was simply confused after he fell to the ground on the Christian Brothers Academy football field on Sept. 14. Read the full story here.
– The Post-StandardHeavily pregnant wife saves her husband’s life hours before she’s due to give birth… then refuses to have the baby until he wakes up from a coma
The young mum-to-be awoke to find Andrew in distress and gasping for air just hours before she was scheduled to undergo an induction at United Hospital in the US state of Minnesota on October 16. Read the full story here.
– The SunReferee in Emerson went into cardiac arrest while officiating junior varsity football game
October 24, 2018A referee in Emerson was revived after going into cardiac arrest while officiating a junior varsity football game Monday, the superintendent of schools said. Read the full story here.
– NorthJersey.comHow three men saved a man’s life
When minutes mean the difference between life and death, firefighters say the quick thinking of several men saved a Payson man’s life thanks to their training in CPR. Read the full story here.
– Payson RoundupHeart attack not the same as cardiac arrest
October 23, 2018The Irish Heart Foundation (IHF) is urging people to become aware of the differences between a heart attack and a cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– IrishHealth.comQuick action saves pregnant woman and baby after cardiac arrest
MENASHA, Wis. (WBAY) — A young Menasha mom is thanking her lucky stars after a recent cardiac arrest incident put her life and her baby’s life in jeopardy. Read the full story here.
– 7WSAW TV57 people attend CPR lesson at Droitwich Fire Station
October 22, 2018FIFTY seven people were trained in basic CPR at Droitwich fire station on Restart a Heart Day on Tuesday. Read the full story here.
– Droitwich StandardBeloved Pennsylvania EMS Chief Dies On Duty After Cardiac Arrest
It is with great sadness that Crozer-Keystone Health System announced the line of duty death of EMS Chief Robert (Bob) Reeder on October 20, 2018. According to preliminary information, Bob was on duty Saturday morning at Talen Energy Stadium in Chester, Pa., during a charity event when he suffered cardiac arrest. Despite CPR efforts and [Read More...]
– Journal of Emergency Medical ServicesMan stabilized and sent to hospital after going into cardiac arrest at Carter High School game
October 21, 2018A man was sent to the hospital Friday night after going into cardiac arrest during a football game at Carter High School. Read the full story here.
– 10 NewsSudden cardiac arrest survivor helps raise awareness
October 20, 2018BIRMINGHAM, AL (WBRC) – One year ago, Stephanie Douglas was living a healthy life as a wife and mother, working in administration at Kingwood Christian Child Development Center in Alabaster. On October 29, 2017, she left church and went to pick up food for her family at a local restaurant. While she was waiting for [Read More...]
– 6WBRCStudent collapses during track competition at Tigard middle school
TIGARD, Ore. — A 14-year-old student collapsed during a track competition at a Tigard middle school on Thursday evening. Read the full story here.
– KGW8Freshman from Prior Lake found dead in South Dakota college dorm room
October 19, 2018A college freshman from Prior Lake was found dead in his South Dakota dorm room early Wednesday, authorities said. Read the full story here.
– Star TribuneSanta Cruz deputy saves baby with infant CPR
DAVENPORT, Calif. — A veteran Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s deputy saved the life of a baby Monday by performing CPR techniques for infants. Read the full story here.
– KSBW8Cardiac arrest can happen to healthy people
October 18, 2018HONOLULU (KHON2) – Jeff Weiss is a First Responder, Kauai County Fire Captain, father of 7, big wave surfer, extreme athlete, endurance cyclist and a paddler. Read the full story here.
– KHON 2Sudden Cardiac Death Study Hopes To Solve Commonly Misdiagnosed Disease
PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — Tens of thousands of people are at risk for sudden cardiac death and many don’t know. A new federal study is taking place in Philadelphia that could identify those at risk and save lives. Read the full story here.
– CBS PhillyWalmart Pharmacist Saves Customer’s Life Using CPR
October 17, 2018A local woman is being hailed a hero and her actions are a reminder that anyone is capable of saving a life. Last Thursday, while at work inside a pharmacy at a local Walmart, Jenae Schroder saw a woman go into cardiac arrest, so she jumped into action. Read the full story here.
– 2 News‘Gave Him His Life Back’: Family Thanks Paramedics For Saving Man’s Life
DENVER (CBS4)– A grateful family is thanking the paramedics they say saved a husband and father from death. Read the full story here.
– CBS DenverFriday night football game turns into a lifesaving event for Jackson resident
October 16, 2018JACKSON TWP. It was a typical Friday night high school football game for Jackson Township resident Erin Hodgson on the evening of Sept. 14. She has been an athletic trainer with Sandy Valley Cardinals high school football team since 2006 and was working the home game against the Indian Valley Braves. Read the full story [Read More...]
– The SuburbaniteWhy heart contractions are weaker in those with hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
When a young athlete suddenly dies of a heart attack, chances are high that they suffer from familial hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM). Read the full story here.
– McGill NewsroomReferee in stable condition after collapsing at Whitman-Hanson football game
October 14, 2018The referee who collapsed at Friday night’s football game between Whitman-Hanson Regional High School and Silver Lake Regional High School was in stable condition Saturday. Read the full story here.
– Boston News 25‘I went into cardiac arrest.’ Garfield teen recounts terrifying moment on soccer field
GARFIELD — Gabriela Koziol plays goalie, but when she needed the ultimate save, her Garfield family was there. Read the full story here.
– North Jersey‘A team effort:’ West Allis first responders save man’s life after heart attack, crash
October 13, 2018WEST ALLIS — Just before midnight in September, Michael Scharf doesn’t remember first responders breaking his window, pulling him out or attempting to find a pulse. Read the full story here.
– Fox 6 NowTeenaged Twins Credited With Helping Save Life Of Stranger
PLANO, Texas (CBSDFW.COM) – A pair of teenaged twins are being credited with helping to save a woman’s life. They knew what to do when she collapsed and was unconscious. Read the full story here.
– CBS 116 Warning Signs You May Be About to Go into Cardiac Arrest
October 12, 2018Cardiac arrest is often thought of as coming on suddenly, but research suggests that there are often warning signs. Make sure you know the symptoms and risk factors that too many people ignore. Read the full story here.
– Readers DigestQuick action saves Quincy man in cardiac arrest
QUINCY, MI (WTVB) – Quick action by a Quincy firefighter and his wife Wednesday night may have saved a man’s life. Read the full story here.
– WTVBSudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation Releases Position Statement on the Use of Mobile Technology to Help Save Lives Threatened by Sudden Cardiac Arrest
October 11, 2018The Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation has announced its support of mobile apps designed to engage CPR-trained individuals, such as PulsePoint, through a position statement recently adopted by its board and released to the public today, during Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month, an official national observance. Read the full story here.
– CISION PR WebHer son died from cardiac arrest at age 15; now Pa. mom wants CPR to be a graduation requirement
Gregory Moyer was 15 when he collapsed during a high school basketball game and went into cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– PA Penn LiveMan reunites with nursing students who saved his life after electric shock
October 10, 2018TEXAS CITY, Texas — Four nursing students on break from a CPR class got to test their skills when an electrician was electrocuted nearby. Read the full story here.
– KOU 11High school football player died of cardiac arrest stemming from head injury, coroner says
(CNN) – Dylan Thomas, the Georgia high school football player who died after a game last month, succumbed to cardiac arrest stemming from a head injury, the Pike County coroner said in a Tuesday statement. Read the full story here.
– CNNBoy praised as hero for performing CPR on father
October 9, 2018WARNER, N.H. — A fourth-grade boy is being called a hero for his quick thinking and applying skills he learned in school during an emergency. Read the full story here.
– WMUR9Paloma Valley High student who loved ROTC dies during practice
Jake Drost was born without the ventricle that moves blood from the heart to the lungs to be resupplied with oxygen. Jake, 14, also had several heart surgeries over the years, but it hardly seemed to matter. Read the full story here.
– The Press-EnterpriseGuest column: More states add CPR training in schools, but national requirement is needed
October 8, 2018According to the American Heart Association (AHA), every hour at least 38 people suffer sudden cardiac arrest outside of a hospital in the United States. This adds up to more than 300,000 annually. Read the full story here.
– USA TodayTwo male runners die after Cardiff Half Marathon, police say
Two runners have died after competing in Sunday’s Cardiff Half Marathon, police and organisers have confirmed. The pair, aged 25 and 32, went into cardiac arrest after crossing the finishing line. Read the full story here.
– BBC NewsFree Heart Screenings for Students
October 7, 2018WILKES-BARRE, Pa. — Students were able to get free health screenings in Wilkes-Barre on Saturday. Read the full story here.
– 16 WNEPLifeVest saves 26-year-old woman from sudden cardiac arrest
October 6, 2018ROY — At just 26-years-old, Karli Trimble was diagnosed with heart failure last January. Read the full story here.
– KSL.comVIDEO: Temple officers save boy’s life
TEMPLE, Ga. – Temple Police officers are being hailed as heroes after two of their own helped save the life of a three-year-old boy. Read the full story here.
– Fox 5Norwalk Man Saved By Combined Efforts Of Family, First Responders, Hospital Staff
October 5, 2018A 53-year-old Norwalk man is alive thanks to the efforts of first responders and hospital employees after suffering a cardiac event. Read the full story here.
– Daily VoiceNavy corpsman revives fellow passenger: ‘We’re built and trained to save lives’
HONOLULU (KHON2) – When a Kaneohe-based Navy corpsman sat on a plane waiting to depart Los Angeles last month, he didn’t have much on his mind other than taking a nap. What happened soon after made him a hero. Read the full story here.
– KHON 2Sudden cardiac arrests more likely to happen on any day at any time, shows study
October 4, 2018Heart experts have long believed that weekday mornings – and especially Mondays – were the danger zones for unexpected deaths from sudden cardiac arrests. But a new Cedars-Sinai study shows those peak times have disappeared and now, sudden cardiac arrests are more likely to happen on any day at any time. Read the full story [Read More...]
– News Medical Life SciencesTequesta woman saves husband’s life
Amy and Richard Dujon sat down with their 7-year-old daughter Brooklyn for what appeared to be just another normal dinner at their Tequesta home. Read the full story here.
– 25 WPBF2 children praised for helping save Palm Beach County dad’s life after cardiac arrest
October 3, 2018PALM BEACH COUNTY, Fla. – An emotional reunion was held Monday for first responders, a father who suffered cardiac arrest and his children who likely saved his life. Read the full story here.
– WPTVOctober is Sudden Cardiac Arrest Month: Learn how to save a life
I lost my dad to sudden cardiac arrest more than 20 years ago. I was in college at the time and got a call from a neighbor telling me I should come home as soon as possible. Being a kid, I probably said something like, “It’s Sunday night, I have class tomorrow! I can’t come [Read More...]
– Colorado State UniversityMiddle school volleyball team hailed as guardian angels for saving teammate
October 2, 2018NEW WASHINGTON, Ohio – One mother is calling her daughter’s volleyball team and coach guardian angels after they helped save her child’s life. Read the full story here.
– Fox 8 ClevelandSquad Goals: Moving the Needle on Sudden Cardiac Arrest Requires a New Model
Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is the third-leading cause of death in the United States and, for many reasons, one of the most challenging public health issues for our nation. According to a recent National Academy of Sciences Institute of Medicine study, upwards of 395,000 people experience SCA outside of hospitals each year in the United [Read More...]
– Occupational Health & SafetyTeen athlete with heart condition encourages EKG testing to help save lives
September 30, 2018It’s a test that could save your child’s life. Sudden cardiac arrest is the leading cause of death in young athletes, often coming without warning during training or competition. Read the full story here.
– CBS12Athletic trainers Bethany Lewis and Erin Hodgson spring into action when football official collapses on field
The daily work of a school athletic trainer consists of evaluating injuries, treating injuries, applying tape, testing for concussions and helping to conduct physical evaluations before practices begin. Read the full story here.
– Times ReporterOff-duty nursing assistant saves man at Van Buren movie theater
September 29, 2018A “girls’ trip” to the movies in Van Buren recently turned into a life-changing and life-saving moment for an off-duty nursing assistant and her niece. Read the full story here.
– Greenwood DemocratTallmadge, Kent Roosevelt volleyball teams pay tribute to Ashton Bell after frightening incident
Like any normal teenager, Ashton Bell went to volleyball practice to work on her game. Read the full story here.
– Record CourierMiracle at the Marathon: CPR, training save life
September 28, 2018WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – When retired Air Force Lt. Gen. John Hudson woke on the warm overcast morning of the Air Force Marathon, Sept. 15, he knew the weather would be a challenge. But he was fit, trained and ready to take on the 10 kilometer race, just as he had for the [Read More...]
– Robins Air Force Base‘WE HAD TO’ US tourist who suffered heart attack at Blarney Castle returns to kiss stone and thank staff who helped save his life
David Motte finally kissed the stone – reputed to give kissers the gift of the gab – just five months after he had to be airlifted from the top of the Cork tourist attraction on April 20 last after suffering a heart attack. Read the full story here.
– The Irish SunStudy: Cardiac survival rate higher for men than women
September 27, 2018DURHAM, N.C. — A recent study suggests that while improvements have been made in the out-of-hospital cardiac arrest care, survival rates are higher for men than they are for women. Read the full story here.
– EMS1.comGloversville teenager meets man he helped to save
GLOVERSVILLE — Alan Welke met Luke and Jamie Page in much better circumstances now than the last time, when he collapsed in the Cumberland Farms in Gloversville. Read the full story here.
– News Channel 13Killion CPR Bill Passes Senate
September 26, 2018The Pennsylvania Senate today unanimously passed a life-saving cardiopulmonary resuscitation bill authored by Senator Tom Killion (R-9). Read the full story here.
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationBlack Diamond officer recognized for life-saving efforts
September 25, 2018It happened faster than Black Diamond resident Teri Moore could believe. One moment, she and her husband, Joe, were settling down to watch a movie after a great day. Read the full story here.
– The Courier HeraldTexans fan reunites with responders who helped save his life at NRG Stadium
HOUSTON – The Texans-Giants game was a reunion for a fan who credits NRG Stadium with saving his life. During the pre-season game against the San Francisco 49ers, Donald Stampley had a heart attack in the stands. Read the full story here.
– KHOU 11High school runner dies after collapsing at cross-country meet in North Carolina
September 24, 2018CHARLOTTE, North Carolina (Meredith) — A high school senior died early Sunday morning after collapsing at a cross-country meet Saturday afternoon in Charlotte. Read the full story here.
– Fox 10 NewsStudent dies after suspected cardiac arrest in Gold Coast classroom
September 23, 2018A Gold Coast high school student has died after suffering a “serious medical incident” in class. Read the full story here.
– 1 News NowCan a common heart condition cause sudden death?
September 22, 2018SAN FRANCISCO, CA–September 18, 2018– About one person out of 500 has a heart condition known as hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM). This condition causes thickening of the heart muscle and results in defects in the heart’s electrical system. Under conditions of environmental stress such as exercise, HCM can result in sudden death. In other cases, patients [Read More...]
– Science CodexCommunity mourns teen who died suddenly after playing basketball inside high school
September 21, 2018SEBASTIAN, Fla. – UPDATE: The autopsy on Kamaree Lyons discovered abnormalities with his heart, but no conclusion on the final cause of death, according to the medical examiner’s office. It said more tests are needed and the case is pending. Read the full story here.
– WPTVFirst Responders Are Honored For Saving A Life
Milford, Del) -On Thursday at the Milford Police Department Michael Ware thanked the officers, dispatchers, and ambulance crew for saving his life. “I am alive and I am able to be here,” said Ware.”I am very emotional and it is a very happy day.” Read the full story here.
– WRDE Coast TVAED benefit is clear in athletes with sudden cardiac arrest
September 20, 2018A prompt, appropriate medical response nearly doubles the likelihood of survival among competitive young athletes who suffer a sudden cardiac arrest during exercise, a new study shows. Read the full story here.
– UW MedicineCardiac arrest survivor shares how an AED saved his life
HONOLULU (KHON2) – Having an automated external defibrillator, or AED nearby, can mean the difference between life and death. Read the full story here.
– KHON2How to use an AED
September 19, 2018CLICK HERE TO WATCH VIDEO
– KHON2Christian Brothers Academy principal: Player who collapsed is ‘responsive’
DEWITT, N.Y. — Christian Brothers Academy’s formation and personnel seemed off to head coach Casey Brown, so he called a timeout to gather his team. As one of his players left the huddle for the sideline, the player collapsed. Read the full story here.
– Syracuse.comHow to be prepared for an emergency situation
September 18, 2018There are many things in life we can predict — the weather, sports outcomes or stock market trends. However, one thing we can’t predict is when an emergency will occur. Therefore, we must educate and prepare ourselves for the unexpected. While preparing for an emergency or natural disaster may seem impossible, taking the steps to [Read More...]
– The Leader HeraldNew Watch Can Help Doctors Monitor Your Heart in Real Time
There will soon be another way to monitor your heart from your wrist. The Apple Watch 4 that was unveiled Wednesday will include electrocardiogram testing. Often referred to as an EKG or ECG, this is how health care providers check the electricity in a patient’s heart. To a layman, these are the squiggly lines across [Read More...]
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationFive teens and AED save footballer’s life
September 17, 2018GEORGE TOWN: For 12 minutes, a footballer stood at death’s gates when his heart stopped. Read the full story here.
– The Star OnlineHigh school student suddenly dies in shop class on upper East Side
September 16, 2018A high school senior suddenly went into cardiac arrest and died in class on the Upper East Side Friday afternoon, authorities said. Read the full story here.
– Daily NewsPrevalence of Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy in a General Population of Young Adults
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) is a genetically transmitted disease and an important cause of morbidity and sudden cardiac death in young people, including competitive athletes. At present, however, few data exist to estimate the prevalence of this disease in large populations. Read the full story here.
– CirculationWheeling Central coach saves a man’s life
September 15, 2018WHEELING, W. Va – One local football coach was just attending his usual church mass at St. Michael Church when a man started having health issues. Read the full story here.
– WTRFSudden Cardiac Arrest: It’s Not a Heart Attack
Most Americans mistakenly believe that sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) and a heart attack are the same. If more people understood the difference, thousands of lives could be saved each year. Andy Graber’s story can help illustrate the difference—he survived both. Read the full story here.
– Future of Personal HealthTeen athlete’s heart condition spurs heart walk, free EKGs in Gardens
September 14, 2018PALM BEACH GARDENS — A Tequesta teen athlete and his family are pushing other parents to get their kids’ hearts checked to detect any conditions that could prove deadly before they take the field. Read the full story here.
– Palm Beach PostWhen It Comes to Heart Health, Knowledge Can Save a Life
The early signs of a possible heart attack can occur in about 50 percent of patients, according to the American College of Cardiology Foundation. Some of these signs may occur hours or weeks before an actual heart attack. When symptoms begin, they can be mild or come and go. Over time, the symptoms and pain [Read More...]
– Your ObserverAnne Carlino: a second chance at life
September 13, 2018It’s estimated 325,000 adults fall victim to sudden cardiac arrest in the U.S. every year. July 6 2016 started out as a normal day of work for Anne Carlino. Read the full story here.
– WTAJCuriosity and Heart Screenings in the Young
Are physicians in Europe more curious than physicians in the United States? I get that impression after reading headlines from the recent study about soccer players and heart screenings in England: Read the full story here.
– MedPage TodayOfficials ID Man Who Died During Closer to Free Ride
September 12, 2018Officials with Closer to Free have identified the man who died while participating in Saturday’s ride in New Haven. Read the full story here.
– NBC ConnecticutSpirit of Caesar Rodney Award presented to student
CAMDEN — At last month’s meeting of the Caesar Rodney School Board, the Spirit of Caesar Rodney Award was presented to Audrey Hastings, a sophomore at Caesar Rodney High School, for her actions in saving the life of a distressed motorist. Read the full story here.
– Delaware State NewsUtopia family installs public AED at home in heart of their small community
September 11, 2018Carly Jackson and her mother, Patty, demonstrate how to perform CPR and use an AED (automated external defibrillator) at their family home in Utopia, west of Barrie, on the weekend. Read the full story here.
– Barrie Today‘Something was really wrong’: Employees Save Co-Worker’s Life with AED
PANAMA CITY, Fla. – You may see them hanging on walls at work, in school, or you maybe even have one at home. Automatic External Defibrillators, or AED’s, help save hundreds of thousands of people each year in situations where every single second counts. Read the full story here.
– My PanhandleBoy Collapses on Court, Coach and SRO Help Save His Life
September 10, 2018WHITE COUNTY, Ark. – On the small White County Central campus, the excitement inside the gym usually involves athletes playing their hearts out. Read the full story here.
– KARK.comMajor study shows thickened heart poses higher risk of disease, death
NEW HAVEN — A new study of almost 4,600 patients with a disease that causes a thickened heart muscle shows the genetically caused disorder is more dangerous than previously thought. Read the full story here.
– New Haven RegisterCouple Meets 911 Operator Who Helped Save Man’s Life For First Time
September 9, 2018MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — It rarely happens, but today, a 911 dispatcher got the chance to meet a man in person he helped save–over the phone. Read the full story here.
– CBS MinnesotaCardiac Arrest: Worse Than a Heart Attack
Sudden chest pain isn’t something you’re likely to ignore. This symptom—along with breathlessness, cold sweats and other classic heart attack symptoms—is a clear sign that you need to call 911. Read the full story here.
– Bottom Line Inc.2 Basketball Moms Linked Through Tragedy Push For More AEDs in Schools
September 8, 2018Two basketball mothers who endured the shock of their sons collapsing on the court have very different stories to tell. Read the full story here.
– WGLTPolice Use CPR To Save Life Of 14-Year-Old Soccer Player
BERGEN COUNTY, NJ — Police saved the life of a 14-year-old girl who collapsed during soccer practice Wednesday. Read the full story here.
– Mahwah PatchMeet Ashley Wing, the Eaton Rapids phlebotomist who saved two people with CPR in 9 days
September 7, 2018EATON RAPIDS – Ashley Wing isn’t a lifesaver by trade, but this summer her quick actions made her one twice over. Read the full story here.
– Lansing State JournalBurt Reynolds, legendary actor of ‘Smokey and the Bandit’ fame, dead at 82
Burt Reynolds, the legendary actor with the disarming smile and trademark mustache who starred in iconic films including “Smokey and the Bandit” and “The Longest Yard,” has died, Fox News has confirmed. He was 82. Read the full story here.
– Fox NewsFIVE QUAD LEADS CPR TRAINING FOR RESIDENTIAL LIFE STAFF
September 6, 2018The University at Albany required all Residential Life staff to complete a CPR training course this summer, a shift in policy from last year when several RA’s said they were instructed to never touch students in the event of an emergency. Read the full story here.
– Albany Student PressMore Patients Survive Sudden Cardiac Arrest with New EMS Technique
A new study showed that a change in the type of breathing tube paramedics use to resuscitate patients with sudden cardiac arrest can significantly improve the odds of survival and save thousands of lives. More than 90 percent of Americans who experience sudden cardiac arrest die before, or soon after, reaching a hospital. Read the [Read More...]
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationOff-duty firefighters save fisherman on Columbia River
September 5, 2018Firefighters and paramedics never really take a day off. Like other emergency response professionals, the call of duty could put them into action at any time. Read the full story here.
– The ChiefSt. Louis mom saves daughter with CPR
ST. LOUIS — A toddler was blue and not breathing in her mother’s arms. Read the full story here.
– KSDK NewsCardiac arrest survivor reunited with brave villagers who saved his life
September 4, 2018A cardiac arrest survivor has been reunited with the brave people who saved his life. Read the full story here.
– British Heart FoundationMother honors son’s memory with foundation, AED donations
September 3, 2018The date Aug. 28, 2017 is forever etched into Michelle Wilson’s mind. She remembers the ringing of her phone and the conversation informing her that her son, 19-year-old Nick Blakely, had passed away. Read the full story here.
– Gwinnett Daily PostPair of Wichita Falls police officers recognized for saving man’s life at local church
September 2, 2018Earlier this summer, two Wichita Falls police officers were off-duty when they suddenly sprung into action to save a member of the community they serve. Read the full story here.
– Times Record NewsGiving Allen Harris a fist bump: Federal Way opens season by honoring fallen teammate
For Federal Way, the season is about the fist bump. It’s a friendly gesture Allen Harris would have given his Federal Way teammates after Friday’s 38-21 win against Thomas Jefferson. That and his infectious smile would’ve let the Eagles know they were off to a great season. Read the full story here.
– The Seattle TimesFriends Mourn Sudden Loss Of Friend Who Excelled As An Athlete And As A Person
September 1, 2018Kipp Kinsley ran the good race — not just in track and cross country, but also in life. Read the full story here.
– Yankton Daily Press & DakotanDuke EMS teaches more than 350 first-years CPR
Aside from the beginning of classes, first-years also learned something else new this week—how to perform CPR. Read the full story here.
– The ChronicleBaby falls into pool, telecommunicator gives CPR instructions by phone
August 31, 2018MCLEANSBORO, IL (KFVS) – An 18-month-old was saved after a caller received CPR instructions from a Hamilton County Sheriff’s Telecommunicator. Read the full story here.
– KFVS12“I was completely blindsided,” Parents pushing for action after losing children to heart-related conditions
To the outside world, Sean was a typical 10-year-old boy. “He was a happy kid, loved sports,” Martha Lopez-Anderson, Sean’s mother, said. Even though he was too young for most organized sports teams, he loved to rollerblade and play basketball with his friends. Suddenly, he was gone. Read the full story here.
– Oklahoma News 4Doctor’s ‘kiss’ with first date had to be CPR as he collapsed on beach
August 30, 2018Anesthesiologist Andi Traynor, 45, was on her first official date with Max Montgomery, 56, when he collapsed on the beach. Read the full story here.
– MetroRussell’s heart inspires Gators football team
GAINESVILLE, Fla.- Randy Russell did not imagine his college football career would end before it even started. Read the full story here.
– Gators TerritoryFamily ‘Forever Grateful’ After Off-Duty Firefighter Performs Life-Saving CPR
August 29, 2018QUINCY (CBS) — A local family is hoping to find the off-duty firefighter who provided life-saving CPR during a cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– CBS BostonWilton teen honored with lifesaving award
WILTON, Iowa (KWQC) – On June 26, 18-year-old Regan Scarvoro saved her grandfather’s life. Read the full story here.
– TV6Sudden heart failure top cause of nontraumatic death for college athletes
August 28, 2018The fatal collapse of a University of Maine football player during a workout in July was the result of a rare medical tragedy that is the No. 1 nontraumatic cause of death in college athletes. Read the full story here.
– Bangor Daily NewsAthlete ‘dies’ at workout: How 3 Syracuse nurses in right place, right time saved him
SYRACUSE, N.Y. – Greg O’Polka had only a few heartbeats left. Read the full story here.
– Syracuse.comDoctor explains football player who died after collapsing may have had Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
August 27, 2018CLARKSDALE, MISS. – A local doctor is speaking out after a Mid-South student died Friday night after collapsing on a football field. Read the full story here.
– Fox 13Kudos to Comanche school Staff
Medical situations can be one of the scariest things that a person can encounter and for my mentor and Comanche Times publisher, Steve Bolton, he was in the right place at the right time. Read the full story here.
– The Duncan BannerThe sports physical: Why is it important?
August 26, 2018For over 30 years, the American Heart Association AHA has been setting the guidelines for sports participation via sports physicals for young athletes, helping to identify those who risk death or injury. The goal of the sports physical is to look at the over 7.6 million athletes who are participating in high school sports each [Read More...]
– The Herald-TribuneBaseball tournament held for former Georgia Southern student
BLUFFTON, SC (WTOC) – The 6th annual Cory Joseph Wilson Fireball 40 Memorial Baseball Tournament on Wednesday at L. Scott Stell Park. Read the full story here.
– WTOCHigh school coaches’ quick actions save dying journalist on football field
August 25, 2018COMANCHE, Okla. – High school football coaches in Oklahoma saved a man’s life when he collapsed with a heart attack – nearly dying on the field. Read the full story here.
– Fox 2 NowHis heart stopped on Hilton Head. A tourist and strangers rushed to save him
It was a span of roughly 30 minutes, the time from her husband’s collapse to her climbing into a truck that escorted his ambulance to the hospital. Read the full story here.
– The Island PacketCPR training at school now required in 38 states
August 24, 2018An ordinary afternoon became extraordinary when Anthony Rosa Compres saved a man’s life. As he and two friends walked through their Bronx, NY, neighborhood after school last fall, they saw a man lying on the ground surrounded by a crowd of people. Read the full story here.
– Medical PressCommunity holds fundraiser for teen who collapsed on basketball court
ABERDEEN – A community came together Tuesday for a fundraiser to benefit a 16-year-old high school athlete who collapsed while playing basketball. Read the full story here.
– News 12 - New JerseyStudents should know where to find life-saving AEDs on their campus, Austin doctors say
August 23, 2018AUSTIN — They’re life-saving tools found on the walls of businesses and buildings around the country, but they often go unnoticed: Automated external defibrillators. Read the full story here.
– KVUEThe new face for AED: Barber’s story part of statewide campaign for more defibrillators in schools
FLORETTE — Summer Barber doesn’t say a lot, but her impact on Morgan County Schools has been loud and will be lasting. Read the full story here.
– Decatur DailyQuick response saved husband’s life
August 22, 2018On Sunday, July 8, my husband’s heart failed. Dale had been mowing the grass in Indiana Borough that beautiful afternoon. He sat down for a break, and I gave him a cup of water, but a moment later I heard it hit the cement porch. When I looked at him, he was gray and limp. [Read More...]
– The Indiana GazetteKnow the Warning Signs: How You Can Prevent Sudden Cardiac Death
August 21, 2018Every year, more than 2,000 children and teens die in the U.S. from sudden cardiac arrest (SCA). Many of these deaths can be prevented if children and parents recognize the early warning signs of SCA and seek medical attention before a crisis occurs. Read the full story here.
– Childrens Hospital of PhiladelphiaFamily finally meets good Samaritan who gave CPR to loved one
LORAIN, Ohio – On Sunday, the Petroskey family was sitting in Mercy Hospital in Lorain, praying for 62-year-old Randy Petroskey’s recovery. At the same time, they were looking for a mystery man who performed CPR on Petroskey, and who may very well have saved his life. Read the full story here.
– News 5 ClevelandThe comedian who really doesn’t want to die on stage
August 20, 2018To die on stage is a comedian’s worst nightmare. But for one comic, performing could literally be a matter of life or death. Read the full story here.
– BBC NewsRobert Morris athlete collapses, dies during pick-up basketball game
CALUMET CITY, Ill. — A Robert Morris University basketball player collapsed and died during a pick-up basketball game. Read the full story here.
– WGN9Golf and sudden cardiac arrest
August 19, 2018SAN FRANCISCO (KRON) – Did You Know that golf courses are the fifth most common place for people to suffer from sudden cardiac arrest? Read the full story here.
– KRON4Woman whose heart stopped during gym session meets medics who brought her back to life
August 18, 2018A woman who suffered a massive heart attack while exercising at a gym in Cornwall has met the paramedics and former nurse who saved her life. Read the full story here.
– Cornwall LiveWhat is cardiomyopathy?
Q. A friend was just diagnosed with cardiomyopathy. What causes this problem, and what is the prognosis? Read the full story here.
– Harvard Medical SchoolWhy student athletes should have their heart tested
August 17, 2018Before your kids can take part in school sports, they need to pass a physical. But that evaluation doesn’t always recognize conditions that can lead to sudden cardiac arrest (SCA). Read the full story here.
– KOMO NewsThree months after cardiac arrest ordeal, Matawan H.S. hoops star ready to come home
NEW BRUNSWICK — Therapy finished for the afternoon, Darrell Rogers was wheeled into the visitor’s lounge on his hospital floor. He greeted his dad with a wide smile and proceeded to rise from his wheelchair. Read the full story here.
– Asbury Park Press‘The Beat Goes On’ to shine light on No.1 killer of student athletes
August 16, 2018Statistics show every three days a student dies from sudden cardiac arrest. Sadly, it often goes undetected. Read the full story here.
– PA Penn LivePastor shares story after collapsing from cardiac arrest during sermon
BOYD COUNTY, Ky. (WSAZ) — If you walk into Fairview Baptist Church in Boyd County, you’ll likely be greeted by Pastor Mike Rice. But there was almost a chance his warm smile and big hug would not be around after he went into cardiac arrest while giving a sermon on June 10. Read the full [Read More...]
– WSAZ3State police honor four in Porter County with ‘life-saving’ award
August 15, 2018Indiana State Police honored four people for providing “quick thinking and heroic efforts” while aiding a boy that collapsed while playing basketball in June. Read the full story here.
– Chicago TribuneDoctor honored for lifesaving actions
WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP, Ohio (WDTN) – Dr. Scott Balonier’s actions may have been the difference between life and death. Before emergency crews could respond to a man suffering a cardiac arrest, Dr. Balonier performed life-saving CPR. 45% of people stricken by a cardiac arrest outside the hospital survived because of immediate CPR from a bystander. Read the full story here.
– 2NewsJarren Jasper marks one-year anniversary of day his life forever changed
August 14, 2018Jarren Jasper is a typical teenager in this day and age. He’s obsessed with playing the “Fortnite” video game, sleeps late during summer vacation and causes a kerfuffle at home by accidentally taking his older brother’s headphones. Read the full story here.
– Capital GazzetteRiverside teachers, staff get lesson in saving lives
LAKE CITY, AR (KAIT) – Riverside Public School teachers and staff returned to the classroom Thursday morning for a lesson that could save lives. Read the full story here.
– WMC Action News 5MATAWAN TEEN SUFFERED HEART ATTACK AT PRACTICE
August 13, 2018The police and community are coming together to help raise money to help the family with medical bills for this 16-year old. Darrell Rogers, Jr., who was a sophomore at Matawan High School this past school year, suffered sudden cardiac arrest while at a basketball practice in May. Read the full story here.
– The PointWillamalane lifeguards rescue swimmer suffering heart attack, perform CPR
SPRINGFIELD, Ore. – Two teenage lifeguards pulled a 73-year-old swimmer who was suffering a heart attack from the pool and performed CPR until police and medics arrived Thursday, Springfield Police said. Read the full story here.
– 13 KVALTraining kicks in: Fast action helped save man’s life
August 12, 2018When seconds counted, five Prairie Township Community Center employees were there. Steve Kocher, 65, collapsed June 2 while walking with his daughter, Sarah Sinsel, on the indoor track at the center, 5955 W. Broad St. Read the full story here.
– This Week Community NewsByram officers save man at park and ride
BYRAM — A good Samaritan and Byram police officers saved the life of a 64-year-old man found unconscious at the Cranberry Lake Park and Ride Tuesday morning, Byram police announced today. Read the full story here.
– New Jersey HeraldBrought back to life from sudden cardiac death
August 11, 2018It’s an unexpected cause of death that can happen in just seconds, and thousands of Americans fall victim to it every year. It can cause death instantly. In fact, it’s estimated 325,000 adults fall victim to sudden cardiac death in the U.S. every year. Meet one woman who not only beat the odds but is [Read More...]
– 16 WNDUPulsePoint app alerts medics who save man’s life
A pair of fast-acting medics jumped into action to save a man’s life while working out at a downtown Seattle gym. Fouwa Saechao, 68, had a heart attack at 24 Hour Fitness July 31. He remembers working out, walking to the elevator, then, after that, everything went black. Read the full story here.
– KIRO 7Defibrillator saves man’s life after a cardiac arrest while riding his bike
August 10, 2018A man from Derbyshire was saved after passers-by used a nearby defibrillator to bring him round after going into cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– I TVKansas college football player dies after team’s first practice of season
A Kansas college football player died Wednesday of an apparent heart attack after the team’s first practice of the season. Read the full story here.
– Fox NewsAthletic trainer saves football player’s life during scrimmage
August 9, 2018CEDAR HILL, TN (WSMV) – A high school athletic trainer said Friday night there was an emergency you always train for but never think will actually happen. That athletic trainer means the world to one family now. Read the full story here.
– WBRC Fox 6 News16-year-old boy dies after being found unresponsive at music festival
CHICAGO — Authorities say a 16-year-old boy died after attending the Lollapalooza music festival in Chicago. Police and the medical examiner’s office identified the teen as Evan Kitzmiller of Mundelein, a Chicago suburb. He was found unresponsive Sunday night, the last day of the weekend festival, and pronounced dead at a hospital. Read the full [Read More...]
– KOCO News 5SHARE EMAIL HEALTH & FITNESS Dad on a mission to provide heart screenings for student-athletes after son’s death
August 7, 2018HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — A Crosby father is determined to make sure every school in Texas tests athletes for heart defects after losing his 18-year-old son to sudden cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– ABC 13 Eyewitness NewsFirehouse Subs equips every Ridgefield police car with defibrillator
The Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation has awarded the Ridgefield Police Department a grant for 15 automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to have in police cars and city buildings. An AED is a sophisticated but easy to use medical device designed to help someone who is experiencing sudden cardiac arrest. It can analyze the heart’s rhythm [Read More...]
– The ReflectorPickleball players honoured for quick action in saving teammate
August 6, 2018Al Jones was ready to serve the ball during a pickleball game in December, when things suddenly went sideways for the Sproat Lake resident. In the middle of a game, Jones collapsed—his heart not beating properly. It was the quick action of other players on the court, including Dr. Dave Ness, as well as the [Read More...]
– Alberni Valley NewsA Stranger Saved My Life After I Went Into Cardiac Arrest, Now I Teach CPR For Free
I am amazed by this following story and realise how incredibly slim are the chances that I am alive to write this, with a fully functioning brain to boot. Let me explain. On the morning of 15 April 2017 my wife, Ann, and I had been exploring a guided walk I was planning to lead [Read More...]
– Huff PostNew AED device installed in patrol car saves mother’s life
August 4, 2018UNION COUNTY, N.C. — A Hickory mother and her two kids were on their way to Myrtle Beach over the weekend when she went into cardiac arrest while traveling through Union County. Read the full story here.
– Spectrum NewsFirst responders’ efforts deserve appreciation
First responders have tremendous responsibilities. They are called to emergency situations and tasked with ensuring the welfare of people — whether by protection, removing them from harm’s way, saving or securing their property or administering first aid. Read the full story here.
– The RepublicSudden cardiac arrest: Is your school prepared?
August 3, 2018In 2018, there is no excuse for not having a formal, practiced response plan for SCA at your school, including on-site (indoor and outdoor) AEDs that allow retrieval and application within three minutes of someone’s collapse. Read the full story here.
– The Seattle TimesHometown Heroes: How This Afton Freshman’s CPR Training Saved 70 Yr. Old’s Life
Oliviah Harris-Morris, a freshman at Afton Central School, never thought she would have to use her CPR training before she graduated from High School. Read the full story here.
– Fox 40Troopers jump onto moving boat to save unconscious man
August 2, 2018New Jersey state troopers joined an off-duty nurse to save the life of an unconscious man in a daring seaborne rescue mission, officials said. Dramatic video shows one of the troopers jumping Tuesday afternoon from his police boat onto a sightseeing vessel where the nurse was already administering CPR to the stricken man about a [Read More...]
– NY PostRookie NYPD cop saves baby with CPR
NEW YORK (FOX5NY.COM) – A Queens mom is crediting a rookie NYPD officer for saving her daughter’s life. Just after 9 p.m. Monday, Rebeca Alarcon noticed that her 20-month-old daughter, Leah, was having trouble breathing and was unresponsive. “When I saw she was not breathing, I panicked, really, I panicked,” Alarcon said. “I thought I [Read More...]
– Fox 5RideLondon cyclist, 69, dies after cardiac arrest during event
August 1, 2018A 69-year-old cyclist died after suffering a cardiac arrest near the 56-mile mark of the RideLondon cycle event in Londonand Surrey on the weekend. Read the full story here.
– The TelegraphMD Trooper Saves Kent County Man’s Life With CPR
CHESTERTOWN, Md. — Maryland State Police said a trooper helped save someone’s life when he responded to a call and gave a man CPR for nearly 10 minutes. Read the full story here.
– WBOC 16Kent County Teen Gives CPR to Woman Suffering Medical Emergency
July 31, 2018DOVER, Del.- A 15-year-old girl from Kent County is being lauded by some as a hero for delivering CPR earlier this month to a woman who suffered a medical emergency while driving. Audrey Hastings said she and her parents were driving to her summer gym class at Caesar Rodney High School on July 18 when [Read More...]
– WBOC16Girl, 12, performs CPR to revive brother, 2, after septic tank mishap
A young girl performed CPR to revive her 2-year-old brother after he was found unresponsive in the Washington state family’s septic tank, authorities said. The children’s mother was able to remove the toddler from the tank but got stuck in the process, prompting her 12-year-old daughter to dial 911, East Pierce Fire and Rescue Chief [Read More...]
– Fox NewsSuburban heroes: Wauconda cop honored for saving crash victim’s life
July 30, 2018A Wauconda police officer has been honored for using CPR to save the life of a motorcycle crash victim. Had it not been for Sgt. Ted Hennessy’s response, the injured man may not have survived the crash, officials said. Read the full story here.
– The Daily HeraldAHA Pushes for CPR Competency to Save More Lives
July 29, 2018July 26—The American Heart Association (Association), a voluntary health organization dedicated to building healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke, and Laerdal Medical (Laerdal), a global medical equipment and medical training products manufacturer based in Stavanger, Norway, are furthering their decades-long alliance to deliver a new standard of resuscitation quality and patient care centered on [Read More...]
– EMS WorldBack to school: Sign up for free heart screenings
July 28, 2018University of North Texas cheerleader Skyler Sanders, 21, was a junior at Hays High School when doctors discovered that she had a hole in her heart: officially an atrial septal defect. She had started having heart palpitations in middle school. She would get short of breath and feel like she needed to sit down. At [Read More...]
– Austin 360Sudden Cardiac Death: The Silent Killer
MONROE, La. – They run, they sweat, they play ball, but one out of every 54,000 NCAA athletes a year fall victim to an unexpected illness. Sudden cardiac death also known as SCD. “When your heart doesn’t beat properly and it would cause your heart to quit pumping blood and you would honestly fall on [Read More...]
– MyArkLAMiss.comCardiac Arrest Survivor Meets Crew That Saved His Life
July 27, 2018July 24—On June 26, 2018, patient Raghu Kowshik was leaving his regular dialysis appointment at DeVita Dialysis in Livermore, when he suffered a sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) and fell to the ground. Luck was on his side that day as an ambulance crew from Norcal Ambulance were also waiting at the facility and witnessed Mr. [Read More...]
– EMS WorldFire Department intern saves man’s life
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – – Kaylee Mosley’s summer internship with the Memphis Fire Department couldn’t have paid off more. It helped the 18-year-old save a life. “It’s definitely a good feeling,” Mosley says. Read the full story here.
– Channel 3 NewsFree heart screening may have saved teen’s life
July 26, 2018(WJBK) – A grandmother had no idea bringing her grandson to a free heart screening was a move that may have saved his life. When you see 18-year-old Kamari Delaney, he looks healthy. But doctors at Providence Hospital discovered a heart defect that he’s had his whole life. Read the full story here.
– Fox 2Heart condition leads to Federal Way student-athlete’s death
SEATTLE — An often undiagnosed heart condition led to the death of a student-athlete from Federal Way, the King County Medical Examiner’s Office said. The Federal Way School District said 16-year-old Allen Harris died suddenly while participating in a summer conditioning workout at the school Tuesday. Read the full story here.
– Q13 FoxAED SAVES A LACROSSE LIFE IN ROCHESTER
July 25, 2018Once again, an AED unit appears to have made the difference between life and death for a lacrosse player. Read the full story here.
– US LacrosseUMaine football player collapses, dies during workout
An 18-year-old member of the University of Maine’s football team collapsed and died during a preseason workout on campus in Orono Tuesday afternoon. Read the full story here.
– BDN BangorCollege Crosse Prospectus: Man revived after pickup lacrosse game in Penfield
July 24, 2018Nearing the end of the game, 52-year-old Andy Hayes collapsed onto his back only to almost lose his life. Read the full story here.
– SB NationAttorneys, police save intern’s life after courtroom collapse
Travis Martin, an assistant public defender in St. Louis County, was in Circuit Judge Michael D. Burton’s courtroom on June 25, preparing to interview jurors for a client’s burglary trial. Martin was about to ask his student intern for his notes and questions for the voir dire, when a shackled prisoner in the jury box [Read More...]
– Missouri Lawyers WeeklyLocal basketball player who collapsed on court raises awareness of sudden cardiac arrest
July 23, 2018CHARLOTTE, N.C. – A local basketball player is lucky to be alive after collapsing on the court during a game. Omar Carter is using that life-changing moment to raise awareness for sudden cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– 9 WSOCTVTony Sparano went to hospital with chest pains on Thursday
Although an official cause of death has yet to be disclosed, a new report from Chris Mortensen of ESPN suggests that Vikings offensive line coach Tony Sparano was felled by a heart attack. Read the full story here.
– NBC SportsMan says quick-thinking guests pulled boy from Henrico pool
July 22, 2018HENRICO COUNTY, Va. — A child who nearly drowned at a Henrico hotel pool remains hospitalized Saturday. The incident happened at the pool of the Embassy Suites in the 2900 block of Emerywood Parkway just after 10 p.m. Friday. Read the full story here.
– CBS 6Deputies save woman who collapsed while jogging
July 21, 2018CLEVELAND, OH (WOIO) – Cuyahoga County Sheriff deputies saved a woman who collapsed while jogging. This happened on July 13 around 8:40 a.m. on W. 3rd Street, just north of St. Clair. Read the full story here.
– Cleveland 19 NewsFlagler County deputy in training saves man’s life with CPR
PALM COAST, Fla. – A Flagler County deputy in training saved a man’s life early Tuesday when he and his trainer responded to a 911 call in Palm Coast. Deputy Anthony Bifano, a new Flagler County Sheriff’s Office recruit, and his training officer Deputy Jacob West were the first to arrive at the Kalorama Court scene [Read More...]
– News 4 JaxBystanders and First Responders Revive Cardiac Arrest Victim at Rodeo
July 20, 2018ROCK SPRINGS — Bystanders and emergency first responders are being credited with saving the life of a cardiac arrest victim at the National High Schools Final Rodeo Wednesday night. Sheriff Mike Lowell said that at about 7:30 PM, the Sweetwater County Combined Communications Center received report of a man suffering a cardiac arrest while in [Read More...]
– SweetWaterNow.comJeff Zucker takes six-week leave at CNN for heart surgery
CNN chief Jeff Zucker told staff this morning he is going to take six weeks off for elective surgery to address a long-standing heart condition. Read the full story here.
– AJCCity honors those who saved man’s life
July 19, 2018Five people were honored at Tuesday night’s City Council meeting for coming together to help save the life of man who collapsed on a residential sidewalk due to a heart attack. Mayor Steve Vaus presented special medallions and certificates, called them each heroes and related the details of the incident in the Summerfield Estates neighborhood. [Read More...]
– The San Diego TribuneTownship Neighborhood Watch hosts hands-only CPR village challenge
THE WOODLANDS, Texas – The Woodlands Township Neighborhood Watch invites residents to participate in a village challenge to raise awareness of the lifesaving value of CPR and how it supports our first responders. Each resident trained by October 15, 2018, will earn a point for their village. The top three villages with training points will [Read More...]
– Woodlands OnlineWashington County employee saves man’s life with CPR
July 18, 2018CLICK HERE FOR VIDEO
– KOIN 6Another Sachem High School Student Dies At School Event
FARMINGVILLE, L.I. (CBSNewYork) — Tragedy has struck a Long Island school district again as another student has died at a school event. Grief counselors were posted at Sachem High Schools Tuesday morning to help students cope with a second death in the district in as many summers. Read the full story here.
– CBS New YorkBoy, six, collapses and dies after suffering cardiac arrest at family gathering in town centre park
July 17, 2018A six-year-old boy has died after suffering cardiac arrest at a play park. The young boy was at King’s Park, in Bournemouth, Dorset, attending a family gathering when he suddenly fell ill. Read the full story here.
– DailyMail.comStruggling swimmer dies after being pulled from water at beach in Laguna
A swimmer died Saturday after he was pulled from the water and lost consciousness at Thousand Steps Beach in Laguna Beach, authorities said. The man was reported to be struggling in the water about 100 yards out, and a lifeguard brought him back to shore amid heavy surf shortly before 11:30 a.m. in the 31900 [Read More...]
– The Los Angeles TimesA Personal Trainer Had A Heart Attack While On A Treadmill
July 16, 2018You’d struggle to find someone fitter and healthier than this guy, who works as a personal trainer competes in races across the globe, and runs up hills for fun. It was quite a shock, then, when Garth Suthurst collapsed while running on a treadmill, suffering from a sudden cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– LAD BibleTragic death prompts city officials to acquire AED for Four Hills Landfill
Although they knew they did everything they could have done to save the life of the Nashua man who collapsed, and later died, of a massive heart attack at the Four Hills Landfill last fall, the employees on duty that day still felt they needed to do more. Read the full story here.
– The TelegraphFormer UConn star Tina Charles raising awareness for sudden cardiac arrest
July 15, 2018Click Here for Video
– WTNHKill Devil Hills police captain donates lifesaving device to church
KILL DEVIL HILLS, N.C. – Captain Mark Evans of the Kill Devil Hills Police Department personally donated an automated external defibrillator (AED) to the Colington United Methodist Church. Read the full story here.
– News 3Lynchburg-area man who went into cardiac arrest during workout is back at the gym
July 14, 2018LYNCHBURG, Va. (WDBJ7) — A Lynchburg-area man, who survived a cardiac arrest while working out is back in the gym. In May, Ken Landrum was working out at Crosswhite Fitness on the battle ropes when he went into cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– WDBJ7Cypress Creek student’s heart attack highlights effort to teach CPR to high schoolers
WESLEY CHAPEL, Fla. – A Cypress Creek High School student’s recent scare is highlighting a growing effort in more Bay-area districts to teach a life-saving skill. Sam Mazzeo is your typical 17-year-old. He loves playing sports and spending time with his friends. Currently, he’s preparing to begin his final year at Cypress Creek before graduation, [Read More...]
– 10 NewsSudden Cardiac Death: The Silent Killer
July 13, 2018MONROE, La. – They run, they sweat, they play ball, but one out of every 54,000 NCAA athletes a year fall victim to an unexpected illness. Sudden cardiac death also known as SCD. “When your heart doesn’t beat properly and it would cause your heart to quit pumping blood and you would honestly fall on [Read More...]
– MyArkLaMiss.comDeputies recognized for life-saving efforts
On May 1, 2018, at approximately 11:00 PM, Alexander County Communications received a call from a residence located on Haven Circle in the Stony Point Community in reference to a fall. Communications dispatched Alexander County EMS and Stony Point First Responders. Officers Lee Hoyle and Davey Fortner with the Alexander County Sheriff’s Office were less [Read More...]
– The Taylorsville TimesGolfer hits hole-in-one on course he had heart attack on
July 12, 2018A golfer whose life was saved by his club’s golf development officer in 2014 has hit a hole-in-one on the course he nearly died on. Four years ago Danny Needham suffered a sudden cardiac arrest at Norwood Park Golf Centre in Nottinghamshire and could have died had the golf club not had a defibrillator, which [Read More...]
– The Golf BusinessKenosha baseball coach saves teen’s life during practice
A Kenosha family is grateful their 18-year-old son survived a cardiac arrest while helping coach his brother’s Wisconsin Wave baseball practice. It happened on a nice cool night on June 25 at Indian Trail Academy’s baseball field. David Dibble was throwing pitches in the bullpen when he collapsed. Read the full story here.
– TMJ4Local Woman’s Life Saved by CPR in D.C.
July 11, 2018APPLETON, Wis. – Just last week a local high school band was in Washington D.C. to play at the Independence Day parade. But amidst all the fun, one family experienced a moment they thought would never happen. But thanks to quick-thinking, one critical life saving operation brought one grandmother not only back to Appleton but back to [Read More...]
– WeAreGreenBay.comPinellas Paramedic stayed by 3-year-old’s side in hospital after near drowning, photo goes viral
INDIAN ROCKS, Fla. — A sweet photo of a Pinellas County paramedic looking over a 3-year-old girl after she was saved from a near-drowning incident has been shared nearly two-thousand times on Facebook alone. Read the full story here.
– ABC Action NewsHe was Florida’s Mr. Basketball at Southeast High in 1990. He died Friday at age 45.
July 10, 2018Clifford Rozier, who was an NBA first-round draft pick in 1994, died at the age of 45 after suffering a heart attack, his brother Kobie Rozier told the Bradenton Herald. Clifford Rozier went into cardiac arrest in East Bradenton on Wednesday night when paramedics arrived to give him CPR and take him in an ambulance [Read More...]
– Bradenton HeraldLife-saving cop named officer of the month
July 9, 2018When Odessa police officer Cpl. Jared Wescoat saw a 45-year-old woman unresponsive and not breathing on her bed, he knew exactly what to do. Wescoat had been called to the woman’s home on the afternoon of June 11 in the 1000 block of Zacatecas Avenue, where he found her unresponsive. Thanks to his CPR training, [Read More...]
– OA OnlineOur View: Here’s why we need more CPR training
Eric Mansfield knows what the odds were and he knows just how good his fortune was.“I was very blessed,” he said as he recovers from a heart problem that might have killed him. Read the full story here.
– The Fayetteville ObserverFirefighters help child, man struck by lightning
July 8, 2018Planning to watch fireworks with their families at Robertson Field in Sheridan, Darin Peterson and Eric Watkins didn’t expect to save lives this Fourth of July. But around 7:20 p.m., when lightning struck a nearby tree, both men jumped into action. Read the full story here.
– The TimesIowa county police begin equipping vehicles with AEDs
July 7, 2018STORY COUNTY, Iowa — For the past few years, the Story County Sheriff’s Office has been trying to outfit each of its vehicles with automated external defibrillators (AED), and this week that process was started as the first AED was installed in Deputy Joel Navratil’s patrol vehicle. Read the full story here.
– EMS1.comHunter Lurie, Film Editor and Son of Filmmaker Rod Lurie, Dies at 27
Hunter Lurie, an up-and-coming film editor and the son of Hollywood writer-director Rod Lurie and Gretchen Lurie, the director of admissions at the Chandler School in Pasadena, has died. He was 27. Read the full story here.
– The Hollywood ReporterTeam of Lifeguards Revive Unconscious Man on July 4th
July 6, 2018A man who suffered a heart attack while swimming in Mission Beach was revived by San Diego Fire-Rescue (SDFD) Lifeguards on what is one of their busiest rescue days of the year. The Fourth of July holiday started as out as routine patrol for the lifeguard crew who have dubbed the day their “Superbowl of [Read More...]
– San Diego 7Mother tells of terror as four-week-old daughter had cardiac arrest
An Edinburgh mother has spoken of the terrifying moment her newborn infant went limp in her arms after suffering a cardiac arrest. Rosslyn Stephenson, 36, didn’t realise it at the time, but her then four-week-old daughter Beth was having a cardiac arrest when she became ill two years ago, before being treated by staff at [Read More...]
– The HeraldTeach teens useful life skills
July 5, 2018The recent news that 12 young boys and their assistant coach who were missing in a cave in Thailand have been found has highlighted the importance of learning life skills (Missing Thai boys found alive in cave; July 3). These are lessons that are not found in textbooks. Unlike in the past, the children of [Read More...]
– The Straits Times7-year-old’s 911 call saves baby sister’s life
July 4, 2018ST. GEORGE (News4Utah) – A 7-year-old girl’s 911 call saved her baby sister’s life. Dylann Ott was outside playing when she heard the commotion. Her baby sister was discovered in the family’s pool. Her mom started doing CPR, and Dylann found her mom’s phone and called 911. Read the full story here.
– Good4Utah.comWife saves husband with CPR after heart attack leaves him slumped over steering wheel
ORLANDO, Fla. – A woman trained in CPR saved her husband’s life as he was driving the family home from a soccer game. Pam Heiker remembers Sunday, May 6 as a blur. Read the full story here.
– Click OrlandoHaqqani: Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy can affect anyone
July 3, 2018Cardiomyopathy is a term that encompasses several types of heart disease. But one type, hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, occurs in about one of every 500 people and is the most common cause of sudden death in those under age 30. With HCM, the heart muscle becomes thick and stiff. This causes the heart’s performance to be impeded [Read More...]
– Midland Daily NewsKapolei man thanks good Samaritans, first responders who saved his wife’s life
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – A Kapolei man thanked good Samaritans and first responders on Sunday after they helped to save his wife’s life. Doctors recently diagnosed Lindsey Faletagaloa with a rare stage four cancer that started in her salivary gland and spread to her lungs and spine, according to her husband, Travis. Read the full story here.
– Hawaii News NowNew Tennessee laws go into effect Sunday
July 2, 2018(WMC) – A handful of new laws will go into effect Sunday in Tennessee. Read the full story here.
– Action News 5Penn State recruit ‘could have died on the field.’ He won’t play, but his life was saved
James Franklin flew to Virginia to tell his prized offensive lineman that his football career was finished. But that his life was quite possibly saved. Read the full story here.
– York Daily RecordGym employees saved UAB doctor who went into cardiac arrest
July 1, 2018VESTAVIA HILLS, Ala. — April 9 was supposed to be a normal visit to the gym for UAB Hospital physician, Dr. Swati Gulati. She had a busy day and planned to run on the treadmill at Planet Fitness in Vestavia Hills. Read the full story here.
– ABC 3340Man suffers cardiac arrest at gym, saved by other patrons
June 30, 2018DELRAY BEACH, Fla. — Vincent Raaijmakers sat at a table between the nurse who saved him and the cardiologist who treated him, shaking his head in disbelief. Read the full story here.
– 25 WPBFWant to be a superhero? Know that CPR and AEDs save more lives than capes and masks
In a summer packed with big-screen superheroes you might find it incredible to learn that real lifesavers walk among us. Today, both a 66-year-old Chicago Ridge grandfather and a 62-year-old Orland Park man, both of whom collapsed while working out at separate facilities, are alive thanks to the swift actions of members of the public [Read More...]
– Chicago TribuneNurse hailed as hero after saving Chicago Ridge man’s life at gym
June 29, 2018CHICAGO RIDGE, Ill. – A man from Chicago Ridge is grateful to be alive after he had a heart attack at the gym, but was resuscitated by a nurse who happened to be at the same location. Hank Gnaidek, 66, believes that if it weren’t for nurse Krista Ryan, he wouldn’t be here today. Read [Read More...]
– WGN9Laveen mom saves daughter from drowning with CPR
LAVEEN, AZ (3TV/CBS 5) – “If you have a pool, if you have young kids who don’t know how to swim, take those classes. Put your kids in swimming,” said Kandy Rizo. Read the full story here.
– AZFamily.comPromising Penn State offensive lineman has career cut short
June 28, 2018Nana Asiedu — a promising prospect in Penn State’s 2018 recruiting class — will never play a down for the Nittany Lions. Asiedu, a true freshman offensive lineman, announced late Wednesday night that a genetic heart condition will keep him from playing football. Read the full story here.
– Centre Daily TimesMan helps save woman in SLO after getting alert on his phone
A local man trained to help during emergencies jumped into action Wednesday evening after an app alerted him to a nearby person in distress. Cooper Lock responded to help save the life of a person in respiratory distress on Buchon St. near Mitchell Park. Read the full story here.
– KSBY6Man saved by quick-thinking gym trainers returns to thank them
June 27, 2018ORLAND PARK, Ill. — How do you thank someone for saving your life? It’s a question that Mike Sanocki has struggled with for seven weeks. “It’s very emotional for me to see them. They’re my heroes. They saved my life. There’s no other way to put it,” he said. Read the full story here.
– WGN95 Things You Need to Know About SCA
Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA). If the name doesn’t scare you, the statistics will. It’s the number one killer of student athletes and the number one cause of death on school campuses, carrying a fatality rate of 95 percent. Meaning if 100 people were to experience SCA, 95 would die. You probably haven’t heard a lot [Read More...]
– Parent Heart WatchStudents across state learn to perform CPR and use AEDs
June 26, 2018Click hear to watch a video about Project ADAM
– THV11Locating an AED
When a cardiac emergency strikes at work or an arena, do you know where the automated external defibrillator or an AEDis located? Hamilton paramedic Joe Pedulla was here to help you locate the defibrillator in your area and how to use it. And he was joined by John Carnahan, whose life was saved by an [Read More...]
– CHCHAfter son’s death, Ocean Twp. couple wants to protect others from same fate
June 25, 2018After doing a two-hour offseason workout with the rest of his football team in February 2016, Michael Mazza repaired to his dorm room at Mount Ida College in Massachusetts. Then the unthinkable happened. Read the full story here.
– AppBoy whose heart stopped during baseball game meets the paramedic who saved him
It was an emotional reunion for the off-duty paramedic who helped save an 8-year-old baseball player’s life after the boy was hit in the chest by a baseball at a little league tournament. Just two days later, Kekoa Ramirez threw the ceremonial first pitch. His teammates and opponents all welcomed him back with high fives. [Read More...]
– Fox 4Quick thinking school colleagues and Isle of Wight NHS staff save Laura’s life following shock cardiac arrest
June 23, 2018LAURA Summers did not even have the chance to tell her colleague she felt unwell before she collapsed without a pulse. The 32-year-old cover supervisor at Sandown Bay Academy was doing her usual rounds of the school field when she suffered from a sudden and unexpected cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– County PressMother who lost son pushes for more AEDs in schools
A local mom is pushing to get more automated external defibrillators in schools. Tuesday, June 26 marks nine years since Tanner Lee Jameson collapsed at an Eagleton Middle basketball game. Read the full story here.
– 10 NewsPickle ball game at Carson City MAC turns into life-saving event
June 22, 2018Memorial Day weekend began as just another Saturday for brothers Dennis and Jim Manning, and Carson City Parks, Recreation and Open Space employee Daniel Krahn. Krahn was working at the front desk of the Multipurpose Athletic Center (MAC) on May 26 while the Manning brothers engaged in a spirited game of pickle ball, when a [Read More...]
– Carson NowDonated AED helps save Camp Copneconic counselor in cardiac arrest
(WJRT) (6/21/2018) – The staff at Camp Copneconic spent last week training their new counselors on what to do during various types of emergencies. “And it was during one of those drills that we had a true emergency happen,” said staff member Thomas Bawden. Read the full story here.
– ABC 12Teenage Lacrosse Player Cardiac Arrest Survivor to Meet His EMS & Chain of Survival Rescuers
June 21, 2018On May 23rd, Colby Clay was struck in the chest by a lacrosse ball while on the playing field. Immediately complaining of shortness of breath-he went unresponsive. As his team mates, coaches, athletic trainers quickly recognized his critical state-911 was called, CPR started, quickly followed by use of an AED. Within a few minutes, EMS [Read More...]
– The Lund ReportJamestown Township rescuers recognized for saving a life
Jamestown Fire Department Chief Duane Miedema on May 31 accepted an award from Team Life Inc. on behalf of the department in recognition of a life-saving event on May 28. Read the full story here.
– M LiveScientists edit heart muscle gene in stem cells, may be able to predict risk
June 20, 2018In our human genome, there are many elusive genetic variants related to medical conditions, but the impact of these variants to actually cause a disease has not been conclusively determined — or ruled out. In other words, the impact certain variants could have on your health remains a guessing game. Read the full story here.
– CNNHeart Foundation Encourages School Administrators To Screen Athletes
Consultant, Emergency Health and Director at the Heart Foundation of Jamaica (HFJ) Dr Hugh Wong is reminding school administrators to ensure that active students, such as athletes, are screened to ascertain risk for sudden cardiac arrest. Wong was speaking against the background of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Awareness Week, which is being observed from June 17 [Read More...]
– The GleanerNew Jersey Heroes Honored for Saving Lives
June 19, 2018Thirty-eight individuals and organizations in New Jersey were recently honored at the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association 2018 New Jersey American Heartsavers and Stroke Heroes Awards for their life-saving efforts. The American Heart Association and American Stroke Association’s American Heartsavers and Stroke Heroes Awards is held annually to commend individuals, organizations and schools [Read More...]
– TAPinto.netFirst Responders Resuscitate Child
An Apache Junction 2-year-old was saved last Thursday, thanks to the quick response of first responders. On June 14, 2018, at approximately 8:30 a.m., the Apache Junction Police Department responded to a residence in the 900 block of West 21st Avenue, Apache Junction. Read the full story here.
– The Apache Junction & Gold Canyon NewsTeen struck by lightning saved by bystander CPR
June 18, 2018LYNN HAVEN, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) – Florida is known as the lightning capital, where strikes can be especially dangerous during the summer months. Sixteen-year-old Joseph Thompson was struck by lightning Monday while mowing the lawn at his Lynn Haven home. Read the full story here.
– WJHG7Save a Life, Learn CPR
June 17, 2018Summer has arrived in New Jersey! As we gear up to spend time by the Jersey Shore or a local pool, the American Heart Association encourages families to be prepared for summer safety by learning cardiopulmonary resuscitation, or CPR. Read the full story here.
– AH HeraldAuctioneer uses AED to save man who collapses
When a Carleton man collapsed and died a couple years ago at an auction in Novi, auctioneer Brad Neuhart knew that a portable automated external defibrillator (AED) would be important to have around. So he and partner Rollo Juckette bought one and made it available for the estimated 40 auctions the two hold each year. [Read More...]
– The Monroe NewsDo you know what an AED defibrillator is?
June 16, 2018Many lives could be saved if more Americans knew how to perform CPR and use an automated external defibrillator. That’s according to the American Heart Association. Read the full story here.
– MyND NowMan meets the woman who saved his life at a St. Charles gym
June 15, 2018ST. CHARLES, Mo. — The clanking of hard work echoes around the clock at Main Street Gym in St. Charles. But during a cool-down on the treadmill Memorial Day, a different sound caught Julie Meyer’s attention. “I heard some calling for help,” Julie Meyer said. Read the full story here.
– 5 On Your Side‘Fit and healthy’ 25-year-old suffers cardiac arrest while running along the River Trent
A 25-year-old runner who had a cardiac arrest along the River Trent and spent three weeks in hospital on a ventilation machine is supporting a campaign to bring a defibrillator to a local football club. James Laverty, from West Bridgford, had just completed a 10K run with the Southbank Running Club when he suddenly collapsed [Read More...]
– Nottinghamshire LiveCardiac arrest survivor thanks co-workers, first responders who saved his life
June 14, 2018A TVA employee wants to thank his co-workers and the first responders who came to his aid when he suffered cardiac arrest. On March 22, Allen Hartley, 49, fell ill with cardiac arrest, the Chattanooga Fire Department explained. Read the full story here.
– WRCBTVEmpower 9-1-1 callers and dispatchers to start CPR
Imagine for a moment, someone collapses in front of you in a store or your living room, and there are no doctors or defibrillators. You have your phone and desperately dial 9-1-1. Ambulances, unfortunately regardless of where we put them, will never be fast enough for most sudden cardiac events. Read the full story here.
– Montgomery AdvertiserDefibrillator at YMCA saves Duluth man after cardiac arrest
June 13, 2018Waking up in a fog, Tom Malterer couldn’t understand where he was, or why someone he knew was sitting nearby. “That’s Mike,” he thought. “That’s Mike Lucca. I know him. Our daughters graduated from high school together.” Read the full story here.
– Duluth News TribuneCardiac arrest survivor inspires others to learn CPR
An Olympia man is using his second chance at life to try and save others. Will Treinen hopes his survival story will inspire people. “I’m a huge advocate of getting CPR trained!” said Treinen. Last July, Treinen collapsed from a cardiac arrest during the annual Seattle to Portland bike ride. The 50-year-old had no history [Read More...]
– KREM 2Kenyatta Jones, former NFL lineman, USF’s first draft pick dies at 39
June 12, 2018USF is mourning the loss of Kenyatta Jones, the school’s first football player to be selected in the NFL draft. Jones died suddenly from cardiac arrest in Colorado on Saturday, according to a news release from the school. Read the full story here.
– News Channel 8Trooper uses AED to restore hearbeat
June 11, 2018An Indiana State Police officer is being hailed as a hero, after he used his AED to restore a man’s heartbeat. Trooper Rondell Shelton was on patrol near US 41 and Seventh Street when he saw someone motioning for him to stop. On that corner, Trooper Shelton found a bystander performing CPR on a 41-year-old man. Read the [Read More...]
– WIBQFainting spell? It could be a sign of fatal heart disease in youth
There’s a one-in-300 chance that having undetected inherited heart disease can suddenly turn fatal. The family of Jordan Boyd are raising funds to help reduce that risk with research. The 16-year-old Nova Scotia hockey player died of cardiac arrest on the ice in Bathurst, N.B., at a training camp for Quebec Major Junior Hockey League [Read More...]
– CBCSudden cardiac events far more common in young people, experts say
June 10, 2018Many of those who attended an inherited heart condition conference in Halifax on Saturday are living with unspeakable emotional pain. Families eternally grief-stricken with the death of their child due to a genetic heart condition they had no idea existed. Read the full story here.
– Global NewsOff-duty nurse, deputy save man’s life
June 9, 2018A Marion County Sheriff’s Office deputy and an off-duty nurse helped saved a man’s life on Tuesday. Deputy Alan W. Lee said in his report that around 6:20 p.m., he was at the intersection of West State Road 40 and Northwest 27th Avenue when he saw a woman giving CPR to a driver at the [Read More...]
– Ocala.comLacrosse player collapses, teammates save life at Westview High School
BEAVERTON, Ore. — Alert teammates saved the life of lacrosse player Colby Clay after he collapsed during practice. Ben Balzer said the team was going through some six-on-six drills May 23 when Colby was struck in the chest with a ball that had slipped through protective padding. Read the full story here.
– KGW8Soccer team helps save man after massive heart attack in Piedmont Park
June 8, 2018Peter Jones had just started playing soccer in Piedmont Park when he suddenly felt unusually winded and tired. The 35-year-old looked toward the sidelines and raised his hand to call for another player to sub in. That was when the lights went out. Read the full story here.
– AJCPort Authority officers save man in cardiac arrest on NJ Transit bus in Lincoln Tunnel
Three Port Authority officers and two agents are being praised for taking quick action to save the life of a man who went into cardiac arrest in the Lincoln Tunnel on Tuesday. The incident took place at around 4:25 p.m when a New Jersey Transit bus driver pulled over at the entrance of the north [Read More...]
– ABC7CMU police, staff ‘spring into action’ to save student’s life
June 7, 2018A quick response from staff and police last week may have saved the life of a Central Michigan University orientation student when she collapsed during an event. Read the full story here.
– Morning Sun NewsOhio Nurse Saves Student from Sudden Cardiac Arrest
A high school track coach in Ohio sprung into action when a champion discus and shotput thrower collapsed during a regional championship meet, saving the day with a cool head and portable defibrillator. Read the full story here.
– EMS WorldLife or death, CPR can mean the difference
June 6, 2018Nacogdoches, Texas (KETK) – You never know when you’ll be in a life or death situation. The American Heart Association has designated the first week of June, as CPR and AED awareness week with a simple goal to help save lives. Read the full story here.
– East Texas MattersWhat you need to know when giving CPR or using an AED
If there were an emergency, would YOU know how to perform CPR or use an AED? Every year there are more than 350,000 instances of cardiac arrest in the U.S. 70% of those occur in homes, meaning you’re most likely to need CPR for a loved one. Read the full story here.
– Indy StyleLifesaving Information is Not Always a Phone Call Away
June 5, 2018Keidryn Nimsgern’s heart stopped when she was riding in her boyfriend’s car while the two ran errands in a suburb of Madison, Wisconsin. Jake Suter had never called 911 before that frightening day a year ago. Read the full story here.
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationEvanston man credited with using CPR to save wife, emergency responders encourage community to learn it
Jan Newman remembers coming home to her Evanston apartment on New Year’s Day and picking up a container in the kitchen. Then she blacked out. “I thought to myself, this container feels heavy, and that’s the last thing I knew,” said Newman, 69. Read the full story here.
– Chicago TribuneWhen he had a heart attack at the Charles Mack Citizen Center, a stranger saved his life
June 4, 2018When Salisbury resident Dale Wooten arrived at the Charles Mack Citizen Center in downtown Mooresville for a training workshop in early November last year, he had no idea that he was about to save a life. Wooten, an environmental health and safety employee for Duke Energy, was in town to participate in a stormwater and [Read More...]
– Mooresville TribuneHeart Association says CPR can be a summer lifesaver
Though the weather can’t make up its mind whether to stay hot or cold, it’s clear that, at some point in the near future, summer will arrive and beach season will be upon us. For when that time comes, the American Heart Association is urging you to carry an important skill with you to the [Read More...]
– LMT OnlineEC student athlete saves a life.
June 2, 2018To some, he is a hero, on and off the volleyball court. And although it’s nice to hear, Matt says he still feels the same. He has no super powers, but he does have a set of tools that allowed him to assist in saving the life of 58-year old Jeff DeCoste. Read the full [Read More...]
– The UnionGov. John Bel Edwards signs into law a bill that allows CPR instructions over the phone
Emergency dispatchers can now save lives over the phone as Gov. John Bel Edwards signed legislation into law Thursday that allows them to administer CPR over the phone to callers. The New Orleans Democratic Sen. Troy Carter’s “life-saving” Senate Bill 264 would require 9-1-1 operators and any other emergency medical dispatches to receive training to [Read More...]
– The AdvocateHow CPR training helped this TSA officer save a man’s life at Philly airport
June 1, 2018On Thursday, March 15, I saved a man’s life. The day started out much like any other. I reported to work at the Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) where I’ve worked as a TSA Transportation Security Officer (TSO) for 15 years. Read the full story here.
– The InquirerMatawan High School basketball player ‘slowly recovering’ after sudden cardiac arrest
A fundraiser is underway for a Matawan High School basketball player who suffered sudden cardiac arrest during an AAU practice May 21. Darrell Rogers, a 16-year-old sophomore who was the Huskies’ starting point guard this past season, remains in intensive care at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick, according to two of his [Read More...]
– NJ Hoops HavenN.S. father who lost son urges 911 callers be directed to locations of life-saving device
May 31, 2018A beautiful September day in 2014 quickly turned into the worst day of David Fowlie’s life, when he learned that his 28-year-old son Michael had gone into cardiac arrest while cycling on Purcell’s Cove Road. Read the full story here.
– Global NewsDevil’s Bowl driver suffered cardiac arrest, died during race
WEST HAVEN, Vt. (WCAX) Officials at the Devil’s Bowl Speedway say a driver apparently went into cardiac arrest and died during a race. Terry Stevenson, 62, of Whitehall, New York, was competing in the NASCAR Whelen All-American Series Super Stock race Sunday. In a statement, track officials say Stevenson had just completed the fifth lap [Read More...]
– WCAX3Man Suffers Cardiac Arrest in Falmouth Hardware Store
May 30, 2018Yesterday, during Falmouth’s annual Memorial Day ceremony, a 58 year old East Falmouth man shopping at Eastmans Hardware on Main St collapsed after suffering a sudden cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– Cape Cod TodayParent Heart Watch and Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation Join Forces to Urge the Public to Learn CPR and How to Use AEDs to Help Save Lives
Parent Heart Watch and the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation have joined forces to urge the public to learn CPR and how to use automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to help save lives threatened by sudden cardiac arrest. The co-sponsored Call-Push-Shock campaign is being launched to coincide with National CPR and AED Awareness Week June 1-7, a [Read More...]
– BenzingTeen suffers sudden cardiac arrest during football match
May 29, 2018A 17-year-old footballer from Adelaide’s north-east is fighting for life in hospital after suffering from a sudden cardiac arrest during a match. Tyler Bennett remains in Royal Adelaide Hospital in a critical condition after he collapsed unexpectedly while playing in an under-18s game for Tea Tree Gully yesterday. Read the full story here.
– 9NewsCardiac arrest survivors thank Rockford Fire, bystanders for saving their lives
ROCKFORD (WREX) – “Thank you, thank you, thank you,” Those are words Richard Mandzen says he never thought he would be able to say. That’s because one year ago he suffered a major heart attack. “I described it to the paramedics like I was in a great big bear hug — just squeezing, just squeezing,” [Read More...]
– WREX.comAAU Basketball team honors player who collapsed and died during Memorial Day tournament
May 28, 2018HAMPTON, Va. — James Hampton so wanted to play basketball with his friends and AAU teammates that he spent Saturday morning riding a bus from Washington, D.C., to join them. Hampton traveled to Hampton, Va., where his Charlotte-based team, Team United, was playing in the Nike Elite Youth Basketball League event at the Boo Williams [Read More...]
– Valdosta Daily TimesNonprofit bringing life-saving devices to schools
May 27, 2018MANKATO — A nonprofit’s new effort to donate defibrillators to as many area schools as possible started in St. Peter Friday. Kristen Thomas of Lasting Imprint, the Mankato-originated organization advocating for families dealing with congenital heart defects, delivered the automatic external defibrillator, or AED, to St. Peter High School staff. She’ll next partner with the [Read More...]
– The Free PressTwo critical procedures that can reduce sudden cardiac arrest deaths
According to estimates from various researches 60 per cent of deaths in hospitals due to myocardial infarctions (MI) are sudden. But the majority of sudden cardiac events happen outside the hospital, usually at home. A sudden cardiac arrest is when the heart stops beating due to a disruption in the electrical impulses. Read the full [Read More...]
– Business StandardDAVID CARLE NAMED DENVER HOCKEY HEAD COACH
May 26, 2018DENVER – David Carle has been named Richard and Kitzia Goodman Head Coach of the University of Denver Pioneers, Vice Chancellor for Athletics, Recreation and Ritchie Center Operations Karlton Creech announced on Friday. Carle becomes the ninth head coach in the history of the program, replacing Jim Montgomery, who was named head coach of the Dallas [Read More...]
– Denver AthleticsMan who went into cardiac arrest in store thanks staff who saved him
MANCHESTER, N.H. — A man who collapsed due to cardiac arrest in a Hooksett store was able to thank the people who saved his life Thursday night. “From what I was told, I was gone, so it was a miracle they were there in the right place at the right time,” said Manchester resident Ron [Read More...]
– WMUR9Athlete marks EMS Week by thanking crew that saved him
May 25, 2018YONKERS – The Blind Brook basketball player who collapsed on the court last December is marking National EMS Week by thanking the people who saved his life. Read the full story here.
– News 12 WestchesterWorkers at YMCA Boyertown honored for saving life
BOYERTOWN, Pa. – Two workers at the Boyertown YMCA were honored for their work saving a man’s life. Cole Speilman and Jancy Frosch were recognized for performing CPR and using an AED device, an automated external defibrillator, on a man who went into cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– 69 News‘Sudden cardiac arrests’ can happen to anyone, even without symptoms
May 24, 2018HYDERABAD: Youngsters suffering cardiac arrests are no more an uncommon affair. Doctors say they come across cases of ‘sudden cardiac arrests’, sometimes, even in 10-year-olds. A ‘sudden cardiac arrest’ is a condition that occurs in normal healthy person who has no history of major diseases or conditions. Read the full story here.
– The New Indian ExpressRise in cardiac arrest cases among youngsters alarming
Hyderabad: The sudden death of 21- year-old B. Vaishnav, the son of former Union minister Bandaru Dattatreya, has rung alarm bells about the increasing number of cardiac problems in young people. Read the full story here.
– Deccan ChronicleCampbell County man survives cardiac arrest experience at his gym
May 23, 2018LYNCHBURG, Va. (WDBJ7) — On May 5th at only 46-years-old, Ken Landrum went into cardiac arrest while training at Crosswhite Fitness. “It’s got wires that go down into my heart,” he now has a new implanted defibrillator to monitor his heart. “It keeps it in rhythm if it gets out of rhythm,” he explained. Read [Read More...]
– WDBJ7Lewiston woman meets EMTs who saved her life
NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. (WIVB) – The last time Tiffany Chew saw Christopher Jurczak and Maria Westphal, she was clinging to life. The 28-year-old mother went into sudden cardiac arrest on her way home from work back in March. “My car hit a ditch and then smashed into a pole.” Read the full story here.
– WIVB4Free heart screenings for teens set May 30
May 22, 2018It’s an opportunity which could ultimately be life-saving. Next Wednesday, local high school students will have the opportunity to be screened for cardiovascular abnormalities to help detect predispositions and decrease the risk of sudden cardiac death while participating in athletics. Read the full story here.
– News-ReviewTy Solomon, who collapsed during a basketball game at NC State, returning to Raleigh
RALEIGH National Emergency Medical Services week began this past Sunday and ends Saturday. As part of that, Wake County EMS on Tuesday welcomes back to town someone who says they helped “literally saved my life.” Read the full story here.
– The News & ObserverAthletic trainers quick to respond after official colapses
May 21, 2018First responders may very well have saved the life of Robert Robinson Saturday morning at Lear Park. Robinson, identity confirmed by Spring Hill Athletic Director Kelly Mercer, was officiating a 7-on-7 game in the Spring Hill State Qualifier Tournament between Carthage and Sabine when he went down. Read the full story here.
– ET VarsityUPDATE: Tyner community mourning death of sophomore basketball player
May 19, 2018UPDATE: The Tyner community is mourning the loss of Tyner Academy sophomore Javon Craddock. The 16-year-old collapsed while playing the game he loved Wednesday night at the Boys and Girls Club. Read the full story here.
– 3WRCBTVAvon man saves friend’s life with quick thinking, CPR skill
AVON, Ind. (WTHR) – “Thanks for saving my grandpa.” 9-year-old Ily hugged the man outside Parabellum Indoor Range in Avon. “Well, you’re welcome. I’m glad I could,” Richard “Ritty” Maraldo told Ily and her little sister, 5-year-old Lila. Read the full story here.
– 13 WTHRNurse, officers credited with saving student’s life at Lake Norman High School
May 18, 2018After a Lake Norman High School student collapsed at school early Thursday morning, a school nurse and two school resource officers performed CPR and used a defibrillator to keep her alive, officials say. Read the full story here.
– Mooresville TribuneA heartbeat from tragedy, teen’s life saved in Lake Station
A jumble of athletic events converged at Edison High School May 8. Scattered across the school’s outside athletic complex, baseball and softball teams hosted home games as the track team readied for a home meet. Inside, the school gym filled with AAU basketball players from across the area. Read the full story here.
– Chicago TribuneSudden cardiac arrest in young athletes
May 17, 2018Young athletes excelling in their sport are dropping dead from sudden cardiac arrest. Kevin Bondar can’t ever remember a time when he wasn’t swinging a tennis racquet. He says, “I grew up in a tennis family, my dad and mom actually met on the tennis court.” At 13, Bondar started having chest pain when he played. Doctors found out [Read More...]
– UpMatters.comVIDEO | McCullough Middle School provides students with a health fair which could save a life
Throughout the country, Sudden Cardiac Death is one of the top killers of students in school. Greer Firestone, founder of Heart in the Game Foundation, experienced this seven years ago when his extremely active daughter suffered Sudden Cardiac Arrest two days after her high school graduation from out of nowhere. Since then he has been [Read More...]
– WDELBarrie family installs AED on side of home for public use
May 16, 2018Roger and Deb Hennig are showing heart. The Barrie residents and owners of Action First Aid have installed an outdoor automated external defibrillator (AED) SaveStation on the side of their Stapleton Place home. It is available to anyone in the neighbourhood who suffers sudden cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– Simcoe.comParents thankful for strangers who saved ‘amazing little guy’ from drowning
It’s been just over two weeks since 4-year-old Zachary Kohen was pulled lifeless from the bottom of a hotel pool in Georgia, and it’s a day his mother will never forget. Read the full story here.
– AL.comBoy Dies After Passing Out At Suburban Middle School
May 15, 2018CHICAGO (CBS) – The Northlake Police Department is investigating an incident where a 12-year-old student died after passing out in class. Police say the boy, identified as Joshua Acosta, passed out in class Friday around 12:30 pm at Northlake Middle School during a 6th period reading class while the students were working on a project. [Read More...]
– CBS ChicagoMini-Marathon runner reunites with nurse who saved his life
FISHERS, Ind. (WISH) — The OneAmerica 500 Festival Mini-Marathon may be over, but a runner from the half-marathon has remained in the Indianapolis area days later. He suffered a massive heart attack at Indianapolis Motor Speedway while running the course. Doctors said the only reason he’s alive is because of where it happened. Jason Ronna, 47, said [Read More...]
– WISH TV 8‘A nightmare’: Perkins High School freshman dies after collapsing during basketball practice
May 14, 2018PERKINS TWP., Ohio — A 15-year-old Perkins High School student passed away after collapsing during basketball practice Thursday evening. According to Perkins Local School District Supt. Jodie Hausmann, Stone Ambos, who was a freshman, was practicing with AAU basketball team, the Ohio Buckets, when it happened. Read the full story here.
– Fox 8 ClevelandWhen his teammate stopped breathing, this teen helped save his life
May 13, 2018WALLA WALLA, WA He’s just 17 and already has helped save another teen’s life. Colby Turner learned lifesaving skills to work as a lifeguard at the YMCA of Walla Walla. He didn’t know they would come in handy on the high school track team. Read the full story here.
– Tri-City HeraldBaseball Player Saved After Collapsing On Newton Field
NEWTON (CBS) – Russ Stephens is counting his blessings after his son, Eric Stephens, was brought back to life after collapsing during a Boston Men’s Baseball League game in Newton on Thursday night. “They brought him back. The doctor in the emergency room said ‘you had died earlier tonight and you were revived,’” Russ Stephens [Read More...]
– CBS BostonHow an automated external defibrillator works
May 12, 2018The heart is such a wonderful organ that keeps the entire body alive. It has four chambers: two atria receiving blood and two ventricles pumping it to the lungs and the rest of the body. The atria and ventricles are formed by cardiac muscles. The muscles contract at about the same time in order to [Read More...]
– EJinsightPlayer’s life saved on football pitch: ‘He was gone for about five minutes’
From his hospital bed at North Shore Hospital you wouldn’t know Ash Hodges had suffered cardiac arrest only six days ago. The 30-year-old was playing club football on Saturday when he collapsed on the field and was saved by the efforts of his teammates and bystanders, and the availability of an automated external defibrillator (AED). [Read More...]
– New Zealand HeraldDallas ISD staff save substitute teacher’s life after he collapses
May 11, 2018DALLAS – A Dallas ISD substitute teacher is alive to celebrate National School Nurse Day and Teacher Appreciation Week, all thanks to… yep, a school nurse, a teacher, and a school office manager. The three women at Dallas’ Martha Turner Reilly Elementary, who have been First Aid/CPR/AED trained, jumped into action and called 911 to [Read More...]
– The CW33Foundation offering free CPR and AED training Saturday
ROANOKE, Va. (WSET) — When it comes to sudden cardiac arrest, the numbers are upsetting. Less than 10 percent of people who have a heart attack outside of a hospital ever fully recover. However, if everybody received CPR from a bystander, that number would jump to 30 percent. Read the full story here.
– ABC 3 WSETKnowing CPR can save lives; here are 5 reasons to learn it
May 10, 2018More than 300,000 people die every year in the United States due to sudden cardiac arrest. Senior citizens have an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, and more than 70 percent of adults over age 60 have some form of cardiovascular disease. Health conditions can lead to cardiac arrest, but a host of other factors can [Read More...]
– The Orange County RegisterHidden Valley High School staff saves student’s life
ROANOKE COUNTY, Va. (WDBJ7) A fitness test is a routine assignment during gym class at Hidden Valley High School. “It just happened, no sign, he never complained of his chest or breathing,” said Tabitha Hartman. Read the full story here.
– WDBJ7KSLA Investigates: National AED shortage places millions at risk
May 9, 2018SHREVEPORT, LA (KSLA) – Being prepared to respond with an AED (Automated External Defibrillator) is a heart-pounding nightmare. It can mean the difference between life and death if someone goes into sudden cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– KSLA News 12Heart-Stopping Condition Could Come with Warning Signs
A heart-stopping condition that causes about half of all cardiovascular-related deaths seems to happen in an instant, with no symptoms. But several recent studies show that, sometimes, people who experience sudden cardiac arrest have warning signs hours – and even weeks – ahead of time. Experts say that’s why it’s important for everyone to be [Read More...]
– Sudden Cardiac Arrest FoundationRemarkable Mom: Jenine Dalrymple honored for her work as a mom and nonprofit founder
May 8, 2018With Mother’s Day right around the corner, we are taking a closer look into the lives of some remarkable moms in our community. One mom, Jenine Dalrymple, is a mom, CFO of a mining company and a nonprofit founder. Jenine is the mom of two beautiful daughters, Andra and Grace. But her world was flipped [Read More...]
– News 4 TusconDeputy with an AED saves man’s life along a highway in Douglas County
DOUGLAS COUNTY, Kan. — A man is alive thanks to a deputy’s quick action along the side of an area road, and thanks to the little red box that deputy keeps behind his driver’s seat. That little box can pack a big punch – it can jumpstart someone’s heart. Read the full story here.
– KMBC NewsThe PlaySafe Program Is Committed To Protecting Student Athletes With Necessary Screenings
May 7, 2018Dr. Anthony Luke is a primary sports medicine doctor and the Director of the PlaySafe program. The program has entered the tenth year as part of the UCSF Department of Orthopedic Surgery. Free sports cardiac physicals will be available every spring through the Young Athletes Sports Medicine Center at UCSF. A maximum of 600 student [Read More...]
– Medical Daily TimesU.P. Pink Power distributes 16 AED machines to local organizations around Upper Michigan
GWINN, Mich. (WLUC) – 16 locations around the Upper Peninsula are now equipped with new AED machines Sunday. U.P. Pink Power, a local organization that works to provide help for people in need, was able to purchase these life-saving machines after the U.P. Pink Power Walk last month. Read the full story here.
– TV 6Mother thankful for quick action of Hidden Valley High School staff who saved her son’s life
May 5, 2018When Xavier Callaway collapsed during gym class last month, the staff at Hidden Valley High School sprang into action. Everyone from a school nurse, to a gym teacher, to a lacrosse coach rushed to Callaway’s aid when he suffered a cardiac arrest while running a fitness test on April 19, said his mother, Tabitha Hartman. [Read More...]
– The Roanoke TimesCranston Police Outfit Cruisers With 8 Defibrillators
From Cranston PD: The Cranston Police Department’s Patrol Division will now be utilizing eight (8) new automatic electronic defibrillators in police cruisers when responding to emergency calls thanks to a grant awarded by the Rhode Island Public Safety Grant Office. The Department purchased the eight (8) AED’s through the Edward Byrne /JAG formula grant program [Read More...]
– Cranston PatchCardiac arrest survivor participates in Heart Walk
May 4, 2018GOLDEN VALLEY, Minn. – Come out to Target Field this Saturday, May 5 for the annual Twin Cities Heart Walk, join other community teams like cardiac arrest survivor James Sands and his wife Rachael. For this Twin Cities couple, the Twin Cities Heart Walk is a chance each year to celebrate James’ life and have [Read More...]
– Kare 11Off-duty paramedic comes to aid of driver having medical emergency
YORKTOWN HEIGHTS – An off-duty paramedic rushed to aid a driver she saw slam into a transformer near a CVS store in Yorktown Heights Thursday morning. “I see a car speeding down Route 202,” recalls Christiana Corrado, the paramedic. “It completely takes out the transformer.” Read the full story here.
– News 12 WestchesterHeroes behind the phone
May 2, 2018VALDOSTA — There is a crucial window of time between when someone calls for help and when help actually arrives. That time frame can be anywhere between a couple of minutes to more than an hour, depending on where the person is and when the call is made. For someone trapped in a life-or-death situation, [Read More...]
– Valdosta Daily TimesLong Lake First Responders Honored For Saving A Life
MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — Police, medics, and firefighters were honored during the Long Lake City Council meeting for saving a life. On March 21, the call came in for a woman suffering from shortness of breathe. She went into cardiac arrest and her heart stopped. When ambulance services arrived, two officers were performing CPR on the [Read More...]
– CBS MinnesotaFree heart screenings offered to students
May 1, 2018HARRISBURG, Pa. (WHTM)– – Free heart screenings were offered to some Midstate students at Central Dauphin East High School. Students ages 12-19 had their blood pressure taken, learned how to use defibrillators, and were trained on how to administer CPR at the clinic held Saturday. Read the full story here.
– ABC 27 NewsParker mom hopes to save lives with her children’s book
PARKER – Sleep is not taken for granted in Lindsay Beaudreau’s home. With a 5-year-old, a 3-year-old, and a 10-month-old, it’s hard to imagine any work getting done. But it was during those sleepless nights with her littlest one that a story came to Beaudreau, and she started writing it down in a children’s book [Read More...]
– 9 NewsSchool Staff Use AED To Save Plainfield Student’s Life
April 30, 2018PLAINFIELD, IL — When Lori Thompson dropped her sixth-grade son Jack off at Ira Jones Middle School on February 28, 2018, she never imagined that hours later he would need a team to bring him back to life. Later that day, an otherwise-healthy Jack collapsed and stopped breathing in Lesley Ebel’s math class. Read the [Read More...]
– Plainfield PatchHis mind was set on a football scholarship, but his heart won’t let him play anymore
April 28, 2018When he switched positions, from quarterback to cornerback, Brandon Reed learned quickly to cope with no longer having the ball in his hands at all times. But coping with no longer being able to play the game he loves will be a much bigger challenge. Read the full story here.
– DFW VarsityFirst Of Kind NYC Clinic Focuses On Brain After Cardiac Arrest
April 27, 2018WASHINGTON HEIGHTS, NY — Maryanne Gale can’t remember much about the months following her sudden cardiac arrest. She describes the feeling now as “all of her memories starting on the same day,” and said she didn’t even feel conscious until about a week into her hospital stay. Even after her discharge, Gale said she felt [Read More...]
– Washington Heights PatchA team effort in heroism
When Max Kepler of the Minnesota Twins hit a home-run April 11, winning the game against the Houston Astros at Target Field in Minneapolis, spirits were high for those who attended. Among those attendees was long-time fan Chris Gorder, a Litchfield resident and retired nurse of 35 years. She attended the game with her husband, [Read More...]
– Litchfield Independent ReviewTennessee high schools may get funding for defibrillators, effort inspired by Maryville teen
April 26, 2018The state Senate has passed a bill to make sure all high school gymnasiums in the state are equipped with automatic external defibrillators. Read the full story here.
– Knox NewsATL Makes All Terminals ‘HartSafe’ with Installation of AEDs
ATLANTA, April 25, 2018 /PRNewswire/ — To further the effort of making Atlanta’s Hartsfield-Jackson “the safest airport in the world” for cardiac events, officials announced that the airport has completed installation of 285 new Cardiac Science G5 AEDs—one every 75 feet—in every terminal. Read the full story here.
– Aviation ProsMARTA officers save two patrons’ lives at one station
April 25, 2018The Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) Police Department saved the lives of two patrons at the Kensington station April 17, MARTA announced. Read the full story here.
– Northside NeighborUW student organization pushes for more AEDs in campus dining halls, residence halls
While many of the residence halls at University of Wisconsin are decked out with free wifi, fully furnished rooms and well-designed spaces for studying and socializing, most lack the device that could mean the difference between life and death for someone experiencing sudden cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– The Badger HeraldMom wins AED for school after son’s death at hockey practice
April 24, 2018LYNDHURST, Ohio — A mother whose son died of sudden cardiac arrest while at hockey practice won an AED for his high school’s workout facility by sharing her son’s story. Fox8 reported that Stephanie Kornet had no idea her son, Alec, had a heart condition before he collapsed at the age of 17. Read the [Read More...]
– EMS 1Teen honored for CPR that saved father in cardiac arrest: ‘He’s a hero’
MOLALLA, Oore. — Molalla Fire District honored a 15-year-old Friday who used CPR to save his father’s life. “He’s a hero in a lot of peoples eyes besides my own,” said Ryan Rodgers, whose son Zack, jumped into action when he went into cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– KATU 2Back to top New CPR, Defibrillator Training gives Kootenay Lake students knowledge to save lives
April 23, 2018Thanks in part to the award-winning ACT High School CPR and Defibrillator Training Program, teachers in Kootenay Lake School District 8 can now train more students to save lives every day. The training was part of a Professional Development Day course sponsored by Advanced Coronary Treatment (ACT) Foundation. Read the full story here.
– The Nelson DailySRU student brought back to life by classmates, first responders
SLIPPERY ROCK, Pa. – “I’ll Be There For You” is the theme song to Frantzi Schaub’s favorite television show, “Friends.” The junior theatre major at Slippery Rock University was even wearing a “Friends” sweatshirt when his heart stopped during his acting class. But thanks to his friends — and few new ones working as first [Read More...]
– Slippery Rock UniversityMan Who Suffered Cardiac Arrest During Pittsburgh Marathon Changes His Life, And Home
April 22, 2018One of those visitors had a life-changing experience during the marathon two-years ago. In 2015, on a bright sunny day, while rounding the 26 mile mark and with the finish line in sight, marathoner Jeff Whitmore went down on the Boulevard of the Allies in sudden cardiac arrest. Read the full story here.
– CBS PittsburgQuick thinking teachers save a man’s life
HONOLULU (KHON2) – Tragedy averted for a Portland visitor, who was finishing his Hawaii vacation, thanks to three quick thinking teachers who saved his life. Seventy-one-year-old Lawrence Gill had a heart attack as he was getting ready to fly back home on Monday.Three women he had never met before immediately jumped right in to save [Read More...]
– KHON2Make best use of the “golden seconds” after a cardiac arrest
April 21, 2018It is common knowledge that patients suffering heart attack should get due medical assistance within an hour. This helps prevent damage to other organs like brain, and subsequent death. “The concept of golden hour is the vital time period by which a patient suffering from traumatic injury or medical emergency should be receiving proper medical assistance,” says [Read More...]
– The WeekSt. George 911 dispatcher meets woman whose life she helped save
ST. GEORGE — A 911 dispatcher who answered an emergency call last November was honored Thursday for helping save a woman’s life when every second mattered. Read the full story here.
– St. George NewsLGBTQ Atlanta soccer team launches fundraiser for recovering teammate
April 20, 2018In life, as in soccer, there are goals, and then there are goals. When a man in a local soccer group suffered cardiac trouble, his teammates and friends came together to help him. Read the full story here.
– Georgia VoiceDeputy Sheriff awarded Lifesaving award
Deputy Sheriff Steven Gonzales received the news that he was a recipient of the Sheriff’s Lifesaving award shortly after his daughter Kinleigh was born in January. It had been an eventful six months for Gonzales, who had weathered the fires on his regular beat in south county—Carpinteria, Summerland and Montecito—and the award cast light on [Read More...]
– Coastal ViewCBC survey: does your school have a defibrillator?
April 19, 2018By next week, all public schools in the New Westminster, B.C., will be equipped with automatic external defibrillators, even though installing the portable devices in schools is not required by the province’s senior public health official. “It’s nice to know it’s there,” said Mark Gifford, chair of the New Westminster School Board. Read the full story here.
– Yahoo! NewsYoung boy’s life saved by CPR after sudden cardiac arrest
April 18, 2018New Delhi: Timely intervention by doctors saved a 18-year-old boy’s life from sudden cardiac arrest. The teenager had lost his mother and 12-year-old sister to similar malfunction of the heart. The doctor said after giving emergency cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), the teen’s grandfather rushed him to the hospital where he was diagnosed with ventricular tachycardia, a [Read More...]
– Millenium PostMan collapses in Racine restaurant, Caledonia Police trained in AED save man
A man celebrating his 50th wedding anniversary is now able to celebrate his life. Caledonia Police saved the unconscious man at a restaurant over the weekend thanks to training they received by the local fire department. In a release, Caledonia Police wrote: Read the full story here.
– CBS 58‘Stay on the line’: 911 dispatcher helps teacher save student’s life
April 17, 2018“Hello, B.C. Ambulance here.” Dispatcher Colin Terry remembers the warm sunny day last year when he took the call. “Even before I knew what was going on, I knew in her voice this was going to be something bad.” Elementary school teacher Wendy Swain had taken her students out for a recess break. The children [Read More...]
– CBC NewsWoman’s quick actions likely save life at White Hall store
WHITE HALL — Were it not for the quick thinking — and years of training — of a White Hall woman who was in the right place at the right time, three young girls could have lost their mother. Heather Renken, 31, of White Hall took her youngest daughter, Willow, 2, on Monday to pick [Read More...]
– My Journal CourierTeen Welcomed Home Days After Full Cardiac Arrest At School
April 16, 2018It’s a miracle that 16-year old Deverick Williams is alive today — and a miracle that he is back home with his family. The sophomore collapsed in cardiac arrest on to the gym floor after playing basketball last Monday at Flomaton High School. Read the full story here.
– NorthEscambia.comQuick-thinking coach, students save life at NSU health fair
April 15, 2018When Kevin Bjerke went to the Northern State University Health Fair March 28, he didn’t plan on saving a life. But that’s exactly what the Northern cross-country and track and field coach did, with help from some alert students and years of training. Read the full story here.
– Daily AmericanFree heart screening for students up to age 25 in Livermore
LIVERMORE — Students ages 12 to 25 can receive a free cardiac screening to detect heart defects. The event, which will be held April 22 at Livermore High School, is open to all students in the Livermore Valley and surrounding areas and is in partnership with Via Heart Project. Read the full story here.
– East Bay TimesMum whose morning alarm sent her into cardiac arrest saved by hero 14-year-old daughter
April 14, 2018The teenager had picked up her lifesaving skills from a first aid session at school. Dental nurse Clare, 38, was rushed from their home in Lisburn, Northern Ireland, to Belfast’s Royal Victoria Hospital and, after being fitted with an Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (known as an ICD), she has since made a full recovery. Read the [Read More...]
– The SunStudent saves life after taking high school CPR class
A Jefferson County teenager proved paying attention in class can be a lifesaver this week. Hillsboro High School added a critical lesson to its health classes eight years ago and high school senior Alex Cowie used what she learned to literally help pump life back into a senior citizen. Sunday night, an elderly man collapsed [Read More...]
– 5 On Your SideMan’s life saved thanks to quick work by Torrance soccer facility’s general manager
April 13, 2018In a warehouse of indoor soccer fields, where hundreds visit each day to hone their skills or play friendly matches, the biggest save of the day on Wednesday came not from a goalkeeper, but a 31-year old general manager. Because of the quick work of Jessica Campbell, who has worked at the center since 2010, [Read More...]
– Daily BreezeHigh School Basketball Star Jake Hansel Finds Silver Lining in Heart Disease
Newswise — SPOKANE, Wash. – As a sophomore and the star point guard of the Camas (Washington) High School Papermakers, it seemed Jake Hansel had a world of opportunities when it came to playing college ball. But then that changed for Hansel, now a Gonzaga University freshman studying mechanical engineering. Read the full story here.
– News WiseHe was dying at a Virginia Beach hotel. Then 2 “angels” saved his life with quick thinking, good training
April 12, 2018Six minutes into Jonathan O’Connor’s heart attack, co-workers, Krista Dunn and Brenna McCoy pushed a button and saved his life. “Krista yelled ‘Clear,’ and everyone was clear, so I reached over and shocked him,” said McCoy. Read the full story here.
– The Virginian PilotBeverly Hospital nurse comes to stricken spinning classmate’s rescue
MANCHESTER – It’s always nice to have a nurse around when you need one, especially if it’s one of the three nurses from the Fleming family of Gloucester. It could save your life. Read the full story here.
– The Salem NewsWould you know how to save someone who has a cardiac arrest?
April 11, 2018Every week in Scotland 70 people will have a sudden unexpected cardiac arrest. That’s a little more than the number of people on a full double decker bus. It can happen to anyone. Any age. Any time. Currently only four of these 70 people will survive to go home to their families. Their chances of [Read More...]
– The Falkirk HeraldFlomaton High basketball player goes into cardiac arrest after game
FLOMATON, Ala. (WEAR) — A Flomaton High School basketball player collapsed on the court Monday. His heart stopped beating for several minutes. School officials say its a miracle 16-year old Deverick Williams is alive today. They said a big part of that is the fact they had a defibrillator on site. Read the full story [Read More...]
– ABC 3Youth at ‘highest risk’ of sudden cardiac death
April 10, 2018Young people who may be genetically susceptible to heart disease could risk suffering sudden cardiac arrest, according to a cardiologist who insists there is no need for alarm. It is rather unusual and often unheard of to suggest that, despite their age, some youths can still succumb to natural life-threatening situations, Mark Abela, who is [Read More...]
– Times MaltaBystanders save teen’s life with public defibrillator
Ottawa Paramedics say bystanders helped save the life of a 16-year-old boy this past weekend. The boy was playing indoor soccer at Sir Robert Borden High School on Greenbank Road Saturday when, just before 9:20 a.m., he suddenly collapsed after returning to the bench. Paramedics say he had gone into cardiac arrest. Read the full [Read More...]
– CTV News OttawaHeart attack survivor finds her hero
April 9, 2018His name is Orintheus Buster, and he doesn’t consider himself a hero. But he turned out to be exactly that, and exactly who a half-marathon runner in full cardiac arrest needed at the most critical moment in her life. Read the full story here.
– WMAZWoman who passed out in Gardens Publix bathroom saved by duo
PALM BEACH GARDENS — Kamilla Soares was sitting down for a manicure when an alert popped up on her phone that someone at the Publix next door needed CPR, and the newly minted paramedic rushed to help. Read the full story here.
– My Palm Beach PostOn World Health Day we tell you reasons why any CPR is better than none at all
April 8, 2018This year’s World Health Day marks the 70th anniversary of World Health Organisation (WHO) which is being observed with the theme ‘Universal health coverage everyone, everywhere’. The idea remains that good health and healthcare should be for all and everyone should be covered. The fundamental focus of the WHO and World Health Day also remains [Read More...]
– Hindustan TimesWorld Health Day 2018: Sudden cardiac arrest a public concern
Many people often think that a cardiac arrest and a heart attack are the same things. However, it’s not. A heart attack occurs when there is a “blood circulation” problem and sudden cardiac arrest is an “electrical” problem. Read the full story here.
– Catch NewsCardiomyopathy: Symptoms, treatment – all you need to know about this disease of the heart muscle
April 7, 2018NEW DELHI: Cardiomyopathy is a progressive disease of the myocardium, the heart muscle. The condition is either confined to the heart or is part of generalised systemic disorders. They often lead to cardiovascular death or progressive heart failure-related disability. Read the full story here.
– The Economic TimesStaying Healthy: Pickup basketball players jump in to save teammate’s life
When Harold Ng’s heart stopped beating on a San Ramon basketball court, that could have been the end for the 67-year-old engineer. Read the full story here.
– Pleasanton WeeklyDallas runner who collapsed during race saved by stranger
April 6, 2018DALLAS – A 27-year-old Addison woman cheated death after going into cardiac arrest at the Dallas Rock & Roll Half Marathon. The woman got to thank the doctors who treated her and the paramedics who raced to her aid in March. But there’s one person she’s still desperate to meet. Read the full story here.
– Fox 4Mount Dora officer recognized for saving woman’s life
MOUNT DORA — Call it a Christmas Day miracle or ending up at the right place at the right time, but whichever way you look at it, Dawn Dyer is alive today because Mount Dora Police Officer Andrew Rice brought her back to life. Read the full story here.
– Daily CommercialPennsylvania is moving toward requiring students to learn CPR
April 5, 2018There’s a growing movement for students in Pennsylvania’s secondary schools to learn more than the three Rs by adding three more letters to their curriculum: CPR. An increasing number of states are recognizing cardiopulmonary resuscitation as an extremely valuable skill and have passed laws requiring high school students to take it as a class. This [Read More...]
– Observer ReporterEnergy Drinks: Health Risks Behind the Boost
Despite the popularity of caffeine- and sugar-laden energy drinks, their adverse health effects are leaving a bad taste in doctors’ mouths. John Higgins, M.D., a sports cardiologist at McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth) and a member of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), said athletes [Read More...]
– TMC NewsPensacola teen off life support after cardiac arrest during practice
April 4, 2018PENSACOLA, Fla. (WEAR) — Doctors are searching for answers after a Pensacola student suddenly collapsed during a basketball practice. But the reason has doctors puzzled. Read the full story here.
– 3 Wear TVSchool staff saves life of 16-year-old Florida boy who suffered cardiac arrest during gym class
WESLEY CHAPEL, Fla. – At 6-foot 5-inch, Samuel Mazzeo stands above most of his classmates at Cypress Creek High School in Wesley Chapel. The 16-year-old played football, basketball and was on the weightlifting team. Read the full story here.
– WPTVSudden cardiac death in athletes
April 3, 2018MIAMI – Experts say half of all cardiovascular deaths are sudden cardiac deaths. Young athletes may be at risk and not even know it. Kevin Bondar can’t ever remember a time when he wasn’t swinging a tennis racquet. Read the full story here.
– KSAT ABC 12Hockey Player’s Life Saved At Piney Orchard Ice Arena
ODENTON, MD — For the second time in three years, a hockey player’s life has been saved by a bystander using the public access automatic external defibrillator at Piney Orchard Ice Arena. The most recent incident was Wednesday night when a player in the locker room went into cardiac arrest. Other players, including an off-duty [Read More...]
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