TV varies dramatically in informing viewers about medical emergencies, but it also teaches audiences how not to perform ...

“Hands-Only CPR is a simple two-step process — call 911 if you see a teen or adult suddenly collapse and then push hard and ...

Few scripted TV programs demonstrate the proper way bystander CPR is meant to be performed, researchers reported Jan. 12 in ...

Lastly, we found that almost 65% of the people receiving hands-only CPR and 73% of rescuers performing CPR were white and ...

Many TV depictions of CPR for out-of-hospital cardiac arrest not only made errors in correct technique but may skew public ...

Most dramas show characters searching for pulse and giving breaths but experts say chest compressions on their own can save lives ...

Here we are already into the February calendar. With the prognostications of the groundhog behind us, be that as it may, there are other celebrations that loom ahead. Of course Feb. 14 is Valentine’s ...

An adult who suddenly collapses and is not responsive is likely experiencing cardiac arrest. The chance of survival is very low unless someone calls 911 for help and immediately starts cardiopulmonary ...

TV shows portray CPR incorrectly in most episodes, spreading outdated methods that discourage lifesaving action.

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a vital skill anyone can perform. It is administered to an unconscious person who is ...

Manheim Township student-athletes were up early to take a cardiopulmonary resuscitation or CPR class at the high school. About 100 kids and coaches were in attendance when the class started at 6:00 ...