Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) keeps blood circulating during cardiac arrest until a defibrillator or paramedics arrive. Bystander CPR dramatically improves survival.
We all know that chance otherwise known as luck plays a huge role in our survival. The subject has fascinated me quite a bit since my SCA and I’ve purchased a number of books to read on the subject, but because of problems with lack of concentration and focus I’ve struggled to really read very … Read more
Post by Laura Churches In November 2015 my dad had a cardiac arrest at home in bed. He had a down time of 30 minutes and my mum, brother and I played a part in his survival. We, between us did CPR for this time until the first responder arrived. My dad thankfully survived which is … Read more
Three amazing stories published in the Facebook group today all revolving around paramedics. We all know they are wonderful people and that most of us survivors wouldn’t be here without them, so where better to have your SCA but within close proximity to one (or more!) For starters how’s about working in an Ambulance Control … Read more