Free CPR class: Whose heart will you save?
Effective CPR provided immediately after sudden cardiac arrest can triple a person’s chances of survival. Unfortunately, only 32% of people who experience sudden cardiac arrest receive CPR — whether from a friend, loved one or stranger. That’s why fewer than 10% of people who experience sudden cardiac arrest outside the hospital survive.
Four out of every five cases of sudden cardiac arrest occur in the home. That means, odds are, the life you save with CPR is probably going to be someone you know — a child, parent or other loved one. The good news is that nearly 45% of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest victims survive when bystander CPR is administered — and anyone can be the bystander who makes a difference.
Your family is invited to learn the fundamentals of saving a life with free CPR training. This one-hour class begins at 6:30 p.m.
Each family group that attends will receive a free CPR training kit, featuring a take-home DVD, training mannequin and more. Training will be led by a member of the cardiac services team. This training does not provide certification in CPR, but does teach the fundamentals you need to save a life.
Registration is required. During registration, please indicate how many family members will attend the training with you.