Fast Family Saves Dad with CPR
It’s not uncommon for folks in their fifties to have sudden cardiac arrest, and that’s exactly what happened to John recently while he was playing basketball with friends and family.
They immediately began CPR. A move that saved his life.
John is recovering, thanks to his fast-thinking family. Anyone who has served a heart attack will tell you how grateful they to the people who acted bravely and quickly by providing CPR.
Such a simple move can keep the brain functioning until the heart can be restarted.
Be a hero. Learn CPR!
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