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A sudden cardiac emergency occurs when the heart stops pumping effectively, preventing blood and oxygen from reaching vital organs. When this happens, a person may collapse, lose consciousness, and stop breathing normally. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED) can help maintain circulation and restore a normal heart rhythm until […]
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Water recreation activities such as boating and personal watercraft use can be enjoyable, but they also carry safety risks. When a person becomes submerged or loses consciousness in water, breathing can stop quickly. In these situations, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) may help maintain circulation and oxygen flow until emergency responders arrive. Across Canada, including British Columbia
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Drowning occurs when a person cannot breathe due to submersion in water. When oxygen is unable to reach the lungs and brain, the body may quickly begin to experience serious distress. In these situations, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) may be used to help maintain blood circulation and oxygen flow until advanced medical care becomes available. Across
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Sudden cardiac arrest occurs when the heart unexpectedly stops pumping blood effectively. When this happens, oxygen-rich blood no longer reaches the brain and other vital organs. Without rapid intervention, the situation can quickly become life-threatening. Two critical emergency responses are cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED). CPR helps maintain
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