Articles About CPR and First Aid

Articles About CPR and First Aid will hopefully inspire you to not only get certified, but maintain your certification status throughout life. We hope to publish various tips and reasons to get or stay certified. The Power to Save a Life is literally in your hands - both figuratively and actually.

We hope you enjoy these and we look forward to sharing them with you.

Knowing CPR Is Important. Being Ready to Use It Matters Even More.

Most people understand that CPR can save a life. The harder question is whether they would feel prepared to act if someone suddenly collapsed in front of them.

A 2026 American Red Cross survey of 500 U.S. adults found an interesting gap: 80% of respondents said CPR and AED training was very important, but only 25% said they felt very confident they could take action during an emergency. 

That difference between knowing something is important and feeling prepared to do something about it is exactly why CPR training matters.

Confidence Comes From Practice

Reading about CPR is useful. Watching a video can help. Learning the steps is important. But none of those things replaces Read more...

FDA Approves Another Naloxone Nasal Spray

FDA Approves Another Naloxone Nasal Spray. This is another Over-the-Counter spray for consumers without needing a Prescription. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved another over-the-counter intranasal naloxone product, Rextovy (naloxone hydrochloride), for the emergency treatment of opioid overdose. 

The 4-mg nasal spray is available for purchase by consumers without a prescription in pharmacies, convenience stores, and online. The product’s packaging includes five-step pictorial directions, including calling 911 after giving the first dose.

When regaining consciousness after the overdose reversal, some people may experience symptoms such as shaking, sweating, nausea, or feeling angry. The product is safe to use even if it is uncertain whether opioids are the cause of the overdose.

“Reducing opioid overdose deaths is a top...Read more...

CPR Training Class

Recently conducted a Staff Training Class at Randy Sams Outreach Center in Texarkana. It was a great day of training a very enthusiastic group of people and also a fun day for me and the staff! See all the PICTURES

CPR Tips and Myths

CPR Tips and Myths is a great general knowledge source to help people understand some basic guidelines about CPR.

Topics on CPR facts can make a real difference in everyday life because cardiac emergencies often happen at home, at work, or in public places before medical professionals can arrive. CPR, or cardiopulmonary resuscitation, is a way to help keep blood and oxygen moving through the body when a person’s heart has stopped or they are not breathing normally. For families, co-workers, and all adults, simply understanding the basics can increase confidence and make people more likely to step in during an emergency.

One of the most important CPR facts is that immediate action matters. When the heart stops, every minute without help lowers the chance of survival. Calling emergency services right away and starting CPR as soon as possible can help buy precious time until paramedics arrive. Many people think they must be experts before ....Read more....

A new joint guideline on cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic syndrome establishes a 4-stage classification system and provides recommendations for prevention and management. 

On June 9, 2026, the American College of Cardiology (ACC), American Heart Association (AHA), American Diabetes Association (ADA), and American Society of Nephrology (ASN) issued the first-ever guideline on the prevention and management of cardiovascular-kidney-metabolic (CKM) syndrome in both Circulation and The Journal of the American College of Cardiology.

The new guideline includes details for CKM syndrome staging, as well as recommendations for both clinicians and patients to help identify CKM syndrome risk earlier, prevent CKM syndrome from developing, and provide treatment if it develops. In the US, nearly 90% of adults have at least 1 CKM risk factor, such as obesity, which ... Read more....

Cardiac Arrest Recovery and Survivorship Needs Assessment Survey

The American Heart Association, in collaboration with a multidisciplinary group of experts, is inviting health care professionals to participate in a brief Cardiac Arrest Recovery and Survivorship Needs Assessment Survey. This 10-minute confidential survey, based on the 2025 American Heart Association Guidelines for CPR and ECC, aims to gather valuable insights on implementation of best practices, challenges, and resource needs related to post-resuscitation care.

Feedback from health care professionals will directly inform the development of future tools and resources to strengthen patient outcomes and support care teams across the continuum. Please consider sharing this opportunity with colleagues involved in post-resuscitation care and discharge planning to help amplify impact.

Thank you for lending your time and expertise.

CPR & AED Awareness Week - June 1-7

The Power to Save a Life is in Your Hands. If someone collapsed in front of you, would you know what to do?

For many people, the answer is no, not because they don’t care, but because they believe CPR is only for trained professionals. During CPR and AED Awareness Week (June 1-7), the American Heart Association is working to change that belief and remind communities that lifesaving action starts with everyday people. The Heart Association seeks the help of the Training Network to spread awareness about this year's CPR Week message, In Your Hands, which puts the focus on where it belongs.

Cardiac arrest can happen....Read More....