What is Secondary Drowning? Causes, Symptoms, & How to Treat

Imagine this: after spending some time in the water or watching your child during their swimming lessons, you or your child experience difficulty breathing despite having already exited the pool. How can something like this happen when you’re no longer submerged in water?

You might have previously heard of “dry drowning” and “secondary drowning.”

Dry drowning refers to a very … read more

Benefits of CPR Training for Gym Instructors

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation or CPR (life saving techniques) to heart attack drowning shock man in sport gym by female fitness trainer.

AED CPR training (Automated external defibrillator AED, cardiopulmonary resuscitation CPR) is beneficial no matter your profession, but especially so if

  1. You help oversee people of all ages (adults, children, and infants).
  2. Your job involves strenuous physical activity.

As a gym instructor, both conditions apply. This means it’s certainly possible for gym instructors to find themselves in emergency situations where they … read more

5 Important CPR Facts and Myths to Know About

Someone’s hands doing chest compressions

Knowing how to perform CPR can mean the difference between life and death in an emergency. However, there are many facts about CPR and just as many myths that people believe. Understanding the truth about CPR and its importance can help you act confidently if you ever need to assist someone.

Here are five key CPR important facts and common … read more

Things to Know When Performing CPR on an Infant

Learning infant CPR in a first aid training - cardiopulmonary resuscitation course using a baby dummy.

You never, ever want to think about it happening. Still, it’s crucial to understand what you should do if something like this happens.

If an infant near you is experiencing cardiac arrest or a breathing emergency, you need to stay calm and be prepared to react.

We recommend every parent, guardian, or adult enroll in a live, in-person CPR course. … read more

When to Use an AED: Recognizing Cardiac Arrest and Acting Fast

Person kneeling beside a dummy with AED pads attached

Quick and decisive action can mean the difference between life and death in emergencies. With sudden cardiac arrest (SCA), every second counts. Immediate CPR and defibrillation within 3-5 minutes will give the best chance of survival. Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) are life-saving devices that can make all the difference if you know how and when to use one.

Whether you’re … read more

What is Agonal Breathing and What Should You Do?

A woman suffering from heart and breathing problems

When faced with a medical emergency, understanding specific symptoms and knowing how to respond can save lives. One such critical symptom is agonal breathing. This blog will explain what agonal breathing is, why it occurs, and what actions you should take if you encounter someone experiencing it. 

What is Agonal Breathing? 

Agonal breathing, also known as agonal respirations, refers to … read more