6 minutes to save a life (Could you do it?)

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Experts state that once the heart stops, there is a crucial window of four to six minutes to restore circulation, but there could be a situation when paramedics are unable to reach the patient within the six-minute mark. A detailed guide to administering cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to a victim is provided, together with tips on dealing with emergencies such as burns, injured limbs, heatstroke, and so on.

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Lori

Aug 25, 2009 @ 11:11 am

Great article to use for motivating my health class to learn cpr

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Miracle mission

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The story of a girl Zubaida from Afghanistan, who was burned in the fire at her home is presented. The struggle and the pain through which she went are described. The treatment in the American hospital and the recovery period of Zubiada is also detailed.

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Nightmare at Navajo Lake

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The circumstances faced by Liz Marchand and her family during a flood in Navajo Lake are discussed.

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