Why are the odds of surviving a heart attack better in the NW?
In 1974, CBS’ 60 Minutes declared Seattle was the best place in the world to suffer a heart attack. Nearly forty years later, the reputation persists – and experts are still claiming Seattle is tops in...
View ArticleConfirmation: Pressing the chest saves lives
Focus on your hands. That underlying message is getting reinforcement from new research on how to save someone who has a sudden heart attack. Victims who get CPR that emphasizes chest compressions have...
View ArticleDispatchers' CPR coaching saves lives when every minute counts
Your chances of surviving a sudden heart attack may depend on where you live; some American cities have survival rates five times higher than others. One difference can be 911 dispatchers.If they coach...
View ArticleEmergency crews pushing for more heart-shockers in office buildings
How many ways do you know to save someone who's dying?A good first step is to call 911. If the person's heart has stopped, then it's time for CPR. And, third on your list might be the AED, or automatic...
View ArticleUnder new law, CPR training mandatory in Wash. high schools
Starting this fall, all high school students will get CPR training under a new mandate signed into law Wednesday by Gov. Jay Inslee.The students don’t have to get certified in CPR—the proposal for...
View ArticleWhy are the odds of surviving a heart attack better in the NW?
In 1974, CBS’ 60 Minutes declared Seattle was the best place in the world to suffer a heart attack. Nearly forty years later, the reputation persists – and experts are still claiming Seattle is tops in...
View ArticleConfirmation: Pressing the chest saves lives
Focus on your hands. That underlying message is getting reinforcement from new research on how to save someone who has a sudden heart attack. Victims who get CPR that emphasizes chest compressions have...
View ArticleDispatchers' CPR coaching saves lives when every minute counts
Your chances of surviving a sudden heart attack may depend on where you live; some American cities have survival rates five times higher than others. One difference can be 911 dispatchers.If they coach...
View ArticleEmergency crews pushing for more heart-shockers in office buildings
How many ways do you know to save someone who's dying?A good first step is to call 911. If the person's heart has stopped, then it's time for CPR. And, third on your list might be the AED, or automatic...
View ArticleUnder new law, CPR training mandatory in Wash. high schools
Starting this fall, all high school students will get CPR training under a new mandate signed into law Wednesday by Gov. Jay Inslee.The students don’t have to get certified in CPR—the proposal for...
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