by Rescue One | May 17, 2022 | Rescue One Blog
What is high-quality CPR? High-quality CPR is defined as chest compressions that are of sufficient depth and performed at a fast enough rate to generate enough blood flow to the brain and other vital organs to delay cell death. Cells begin to die within 4-6 minutes...
by Rescue One | Apr 20, 2022 | Life Saving Stories, Rescue One Blog
An Orlando Florida student is being recognized as a hero after he used CPR to save the life of a co-worker who was found unresponsive. The first responders who arrived on the scene were some of the same people who trained the student earlier that day. Quick thinking...
by Rescue One | Apr 19, 2022 | AED Training, CPR, Life Saving, Rescue One Blog
According to the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation, “An algorithm built to assess scar patterns in patient heart tissue can predict potentially life-threatening arrhythmias more accurately than doctors can.” A new artificial-intelligence-based process can...
by Rescue One | Mar 7, 2022 | Life Saving, Rescue One Blog, What's New
EVERY MINUTE COUNTS “Sudden Cardiac Arrest is not just a job for emergency responders but rather a community-based issue that requires a community-based response.” – International Association of Fire Chiefs The PulsePoint app empowers everyday citizens trained in...
by Rescue One | Feb 17, 2022 | Health, Healthy Tips, Rescue One Blog
February Heart Health Month is a great time to learn more about keeping your heart healthy. According to the American Heart Association (AHA) there are five important heart health numbers that can determine your risk for developing cardiovascular disease: Total...
by Rescue One | Feb 16, 2022 | General Health, Health, Rescue One Blog
About 2,000+ individuals younger than age 25 die each year of sudden cardiac death in the United States, excluding sudden infant deaths. Although we tend to focus on youth athletes, we know today that all children and teens benefit from simple screening to help...
by Rescue One | Feb 10, 2022 | Rescue One Blog
People over the age of sixty-five (65) are more likely to suffer a heart attack, have a stroke, or develop coronary heart disease (commonly called heart disease) and heart failure. Heart disease is also a leading cause of limiting the activity, disability, and eroding...
by Rescue One | Feb 2, 2022 | Rescue One Blog
February is American Heart Month, a time when all people can focus on their cardiovascular health. Here are 5 heart-healthy activities to keep you on track to a healthier heart. Get moving – 30 minutes of exercise per day Eat clean – focus on fresh fruit and veggies,...
by Rescue One | Jan 18, 2022 | General Health, Health, Rescue One Blog
Read the explanation below then complete the questionnaire to find out how prepared your child’s schools, camps, and sports facilities are to protect young hearts. Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is a life-threatening emergency that occurs when the heart suddenly...
by Rescue One | Oct 22, 2021 | Rescue One Blog
Colorful, delicious, and nutritious foods help keep our bodies and minds healthier, longer! Below are five reasons to add fruit and vegetables to your daily diet Fruits and vegetables tend to be free of the bad things we are tempted to consume. Fruits and vegetables...
by Rescue One | Sep 22, 2021 | Healthy Tips, Rescue One Blog, Safety
Cardiac arrest can strike without warning Do you suspect someone is experiencing cardiac arrest? The signs are: Sudden loss of responsiveness – The person doesn’t respond, even if you tap them hard on the shoulders or ask loudly if they’re OK. The person doesn’t...
by Rescue One | Jul 23, 2021 | Rescue One Blog
“Dehydration occurs when you use or lose more fluid than you take in, and your body doesn’t have enough water and other fluids to carry out its normal functions. If you don’t replace lost fluids, you will get dehydrated.” – Mayo Clinic...
