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Toddler from Mission daycare given CPR after falling into swimming pool

A toddler from Mission daycare was given CPR after she fell into a swimming pool. The Fraser Health Authority dismissed the license of a Mission daycare after the accidental drowning incident that resulted to the death of one of the children.

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The 23-month old girl was reported missing by the owner of Melissa’s Bright Beginnings daycare. The caller informed the police that 10 minutes has passed since the child was last seen.

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During emergencies, immediate delivery of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) can help save a life.

The officers arrived and searched the daycare and neighboring properties. One of the officers found the toddler in the swimming pool of the house next-door. He jumped into the water and dragged the child out and yelled for help. The emergency crews arrived and delivered CPR. The child was transported to a healthcare facility where she was later declared dead.

Prompt delivery of CPR

Enrolling in a first aid course can make a big difference during emergencies. During emergencies, immediate delivery of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) can help save a life.

Prompt delivery of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and using an automated external defibrillator (AED) can significantly improve the chances of survival during emergencies.

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LEARN MORE

Learn how to help by enrolling in a first aid course and for more information, check out these sources:

https://www.webmd.com/first-aid/drowning-in-children#1
https://www.healthline.com/health/first-aid/cpr
https://www.webmd.com/first-aid/cardiopulmonary-resuscitation-cpr-treatment

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