CPR

Canadians who see an adult in cardiac arrest should "push fast and push hard" on the chest, according to new CPR guidelines. But research suggests "hands-only" chest compression by amateur bystanders is enough to save a life. Based on a review of the latest evidence, the American Heart...

New CPR guidelines will boost public's confidence   The new changes to first aid and CPR guidelines being implemented by a number of Canadian agencies are meant not just to save more lives, but to make the public more confident to intervene in a medical emergency, says...