The device can be used on most average-sized adults when transporting them to the hospital. Ellis said this ensures the patient keeps the same stable compression rate during CPR in transport.

Experienced and first-time responders can now easily perform effective CPR. Simple place-and-press functionality requires no complicated preparation or product assembly, while a non-slip surface ...

After freshman Nate Bentley finished his 100-meter leg of the sprint medley relay, he passed the baton to teammate Seth Gordon, took three steps and collapsed on the track in lane eight. "He went down ...

The Autopulse Resuscitation System does continuous CPR on the move. It's designed to support manual CPR rather than replace it. The machine is portable, battery-operated, and compresses the chest ...

Ventura City Fire says it is first Southern California agency with the new technology. The advanced cardiac devices will be available on all of the department's calls. The Ventura Fire Department is ...

Receiving emergency care before getting to a hospital, especially at the paramedic level, can sometimes be the difference in saving a life. "One of our members had a family member pass away within a ...

Only about 10% of individuals who experience an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest will survive, according to the American Red Cross, but immediately starting CPR can triple the chances of survival.