According to the American Red Cross, CPR can double or triple the chance of survival when bystanders take action.

A bystander and an Arlington medical crew are being honored for saving the life of a man who went into cardiac arrest while ...

The film highlights the importance of swimming safety and life-saving techniques, emphasizing that many people enjoy water recreation, yet drowning remains a serious risk. It features average swimmers ...

The Freeman Screen Team stops by during Heart Health Month with instructions on the importance of CPR. CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) is an emergency medical procedure that involves performing ...

In addition to celebrating the “heart” of February in the middle of this month last week, we’d like to remind readers that it’s also American Heart Month.

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The American Red Cross of Orange County is looking for the public’s help to nominate community heroes to be honored at their ...

You’re enjoying a casual stroll through the park, daydreaming about your next vacation, when suddenly — BAM! — someone nearby ...

The Parks and Recreation Department will offer two reduced-cost lifeguard certification courses this spring in an ongoing effort to improve ...

In an unpredictable world, disasters-both natural and man-made-can strike at any moment. From earthquakes and hurricanes to industrial accidents and terrorist attacks, emergencies require immediate ...

Serena Johnston is the Education Program Manager with Franciscan Health and the American Heart Association Training Center Coordinator. February is American Heart Awareness Month and Franciscan Health ...

Yes, the official AHA Guidelines note that victims have a greater chance of survival from cardiac arrest when high-quality ...