We can all make a difference
Bystander CPR significantly increases survival chances.
Out of Hospital Cardiac Arrests (OHCA) most commonly occur in residences (73.4%), followed by public settings (16.3%) and nursing homes (10.3%).
When administered promptly, CPR or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation – is an emergency lifesaving procedure performed when the heart stops beating. Immediate CPR can double or even triple the chances of survival from an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest.
Source: AHA (cpr.heart.org)
The hard truths
In one year alone, 436,000 Americans die from a sudden cardiac arrest. -AHA
Globally, cardiac arrest claims more lives than colorectal cancer, breast cancer, prostate cancer, influenza, pneumonia, auto accidents, HIV, firearms, and house fires combined.
Source: AHA (cpr.heart.org)
Each year, more than 350,000 people experience out-of-hospital cardiac arrest in the U.S. and about 90% of them die. Cardiac arrest occurs when the heart suddenly stops beating normally because of abnormal electrical activity. Every second counts, so it’s important for people to be trained in knowing how to perform CPR and use an AED. Immediate CPR delivered by a bystander can nearly double a person’s chance of survival.
Souce: American Red Cross 6/24
Early defibrillation matters
Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) play a crucial role.
Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) play a crucial role in improving survival rates during sudden cardiac arrest (SCA). Studies have shown that when an AED is used within the first two minutes of collapse, survival rates can be as high as 70%.
Source: CDC HDSBPC
However, for each minute that defibrillation is delayed, the chance of survival decreases by about 7-10%.
Source: American Red Cross