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As Seen on TV: Bystander CPR Way Behind the Times

Hands-only CPR is just two steps: call 911 when someone collapses, then start chest compressions. The AHA officially endorsed ...

Think you know CPR from TV? You’re doing it wrong

While it’s probably common knowledge not to take medical information from television, a majority of shows keep getting one ...

TV depictions of hands-only CPR are often misleading, research suggests

TV depictions of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest may mislead viewers about who is most likely to need cardiopulmonary ...

Here’s What TV Gets Wrong About CPR—And It Could Cost Lives

Think you know how to perform CPR properly because you've seen it on TV? You probably don't, a new study has warned.
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Hands-only CPR can still save a life

The American Red Cross trains and certifies people in cardio pulmonary resuscitation, or CPR. The best method involves rescue breathing and chest compressions. Even if you aren’t sure about rescue ...
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American Heart Association adds Pearl Jam's "Evenflow" to growing repertoire of hands-only CPR songs

The American Heart Association recently added Pearl Jam's "Evenflow" to our collective repertoire of songs with 100 to 120 ...