First responders help save teenage boy’s life after he collapses at gym. In Grand Prairie, a suburb of the Dallas-Fort Worth area, a dispatch call was received shortly after 1:30 p.m. on July 7, 2023, after paramedics Boyd Hansbro and Gabriel Morales had just completed transporting a patient to the hospital. Someone had passed out at the gym, according to [...]

The Significance of ACLS Training in Sedation Dentistry The realm of sedation dentistry has greatly improved the way patients experience procedures, turning what could be daunting tasks into manageable and even pleasant moments. However, using sedation comes with its set of risks that demand vigilance and readiness. This is where Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) training plays a role for [...]

The Importance of Bystanders in CPR Emergencies In instances of arrest, time is a factor in determining a person's survival chances. The actions of bystanders during these moments can make a life-saving difference. Having the knowledge and skills to respond effectively in a CPR emergency is not just valuable; it can potentially save lives. Time Sensitivity in Cardiac Arrest Cardiac [...]

School Nurse Performs CPR to Help Save Student’s Life Linette Castro, the school nurse at Winfield Scott School No. 2 in New Jersey, had recently started her tenure when a student experienced cardiac arrest. On the morning of Oct. 24, 2023, Linette was in her office when the school's security guard informed her of the emergency. Principal Shante Rorie rushed [...]

First responders help save teenage boy’s life after he collapses at gym. In Grand Prairie, a suburb of the Dallas-Fort Worth area, a dispatch call was received shortly after 1:30 p.m. on July 7, 2023, after paramedics Boyd Hansbro and Gabriel Morales had just completed transporting a patient to the hospital. Someone had passed out at the gym, according to [...]

Think F.A.S.T. Help save a life. Did you know that stroke is the No. 5 cause of death — and a leading cause of disability — in the United States? Here's the good news: By learning and sharing the F.A.S.T. warning signs of stroke, you can make the difference between a strong recovery and disability, or even death: Face Drooping Does one side [...]