Resources and Other Results:
Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness – Get Educated and Spread the Word!
The Heart Rhythm Society (HRS) in Washington, DC, an organization dedicated to improving the care of patients by advancing research... More →
Sudden Cardiac Arrest vs. Heart Attack: What's the Difference?
Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month is right around the corner! So, let’s address one of the most common questions that... More →
Sudden Cardiac Arrest
Sudden Cardiac Arrest vs. Heart Attack: What's the Difference?
Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month is right around the corner! So, let’s address one of the most common questions that... More →
October is Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month (Infographic)
Every October, the emergency care world brings Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) to center stage. SCA is a significant health threat... More →
Top 12 Myths About Sudden Cardiac Arrest
Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is a life-threatening emergency that occurs when the heart suddenly and unexpectedly stops beating. Despite its... More →
How To Use An AED Device
Automated external defibrillators, otherwise known as AEDs can help save lives during sudden cardiac arrest with the proper safety training... More →
Why Every Business Needs an AED
Sudden cardiac arrest can happen to anyone at any time. People of all ages — from infants to teens to... More →
Why Every Business Needs an AED
Sudden cardiac arrest can happen to anyone at any time. People of all ages — from infants to teens to... More →
AED Trainers & Supplies
AED trainers mimic all features and prompts of existing live Automated External Defibrillators. They are used in AED training courses... More →
Responding to Cardiac Arrest in the Workplace
Some recent surveys have revealed a significant lack of training and preparedness for responding to sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) incidents... More →
The Importance of CPR in Schools
High-quality cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and early AED use can make a significant difference in a person’s chance of surviving sudden... More →
Women Are Less Likely To Receive Help During A Cardiac Arrest Emergency
Bystanders are the key to survival during a sudden cardiac arrest emergency. The sooner someone receives CPR and AED intervention... More →
Responding to Cardiac Arrest in the Workplace
Some recent surveys have revealed a significant lack of training and preparedness for responding to sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) incidents... More →
Do You Understand the Symptoms and Risks of Cardiovascular Disease?
We talk a lot on our blog about sudden cardiac arrest, but today let’s look at a broader topic in... More →
The Importance of CPR in Schools
High-quality cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and early AED use can make a significant difference in a person’s chance of surviving sudden... More →
Women Are Less Likely To Receive Help During A Cardiac Arrest Emergency
Bystanders are the key to survival during a sudden cardiac arrest emergency. The sooner someone receives CPR and AED intervention... More →
HSI and Parent Heart Watch Partner to Prevent Sudden Cardiac Death
Health & Safety Institute (HSI) and Parent Heart Watch (PHW) have partnered to offer HSI’s Remote Skills Verification (RSV) training... More →
The Importance of CPR Training for the Whole Family
Many students take CPR as a requirement for their workplace. But the truth is you’re more likely to use your... More →
AED Placement and Management in Your Facility
The old real estate adage also applies to an important consideration for your company’s automated external defibrillator (AED): it’s all... More →
The Importance of CPR Training for the Whole Family
Many students take CPR as a requirement for their workplace. But the truth is you’re more likely to use your... More →
How to Position Your Hands for CPR: Adult, Child, and Infant Guide
Cardiac arrest is among the leading cause of death in the United States and worldwide. This life-threatening emergency occurs when... More →
Bystander CPR: What is it Really Like to Perform CPR?
CPR, AED and First Aid training is designed to prepare you to respond to a variety of emergency situations. But... More →
What is the Pediatric Chain of Survival?
The pediatric chain of survival outlines a series of steps and interventions designed to maximize the chances of saving a... More →
How to Position Your Hands for CPR: Adult, Child, and Infant Guide
Cardiac arrest is among the leading cause of death in the United States and worldwide. This life-threatening emergency occurs when... More →
What to Do in a Heart Attack Emergency
Each year, about 805,000 Americans have a heart attack – averaging out to about one every 40 seconds. A heart... More →
CPR & AED Awareness Week: 3 Options for Lifesaving Training
Every year since 2007, the first week in June is known as CPR and AED Awareness Week. The goal is... More →
Bystander CPR: What is it Really Like to Perform CPR?
CPR, AED and First Aid training is designed to prepare you to respond to a variety of emergency situations. But... More →
Healthy Hearts, Exercise, and What to Do in Case of Strains and Sprains
We hope you spent some time during Heart Month learning a little more about heart health and the easy things... More →
CPR Training for Underserved Populations
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) can be the difference between life and death. In fact, the combination of immediate high-quality CPR and... More →
The Beginner's Guide to CPR and AED
Cardiac arrest is a leading cause of death in the United States. It can often happen with little or no... More →
The Beginner's Guide to CPR and AED
Cardiac arrest is a leading cause of death in the United States. It can often happen with little or no... More →
Training: the Ultimate Holiday Gift
As we move ever closer to the holiday season, it’s time to think about what you’re going to give as... More →
Our Favorite Blog Posts of 2014
We can't believe how fast this year has flown by! To recap, last week we talked about the most viewed... More →
February is Heart Month – Are You Trained in CPR?
Each year in the month of February, the United States government recognizes national Heart Month as a time to raise... More →
IDC Feedback
We appreciate your feedback and hope we can assist you in the future. Please bookmark this page and take a... More →
February is Heart Month – Are You Trained in CPR?
Each year in the month of February, the United States government recognizes national Heart Month as a time to raise... More →
We've Got Your Heart - February is Heart Month
February is Heart Month, when we focus national attention on cardiovascular health. And that got us to thinking about healthy... More →
Giving CPR to a Pregnant Person: What You Need to Know
What do I do if the victim is pregnant in the event of cardiac arrest? This is a common question... More →
Giving CPR to a Pregnant Person: What You Need to Know
What do I do if the victim is pregnant in the event of cardiac arrest? This is a common question... More →
National Training Solution (NTS)
NTS is a turnkey approach to CPR training certification. Let HSI handle your CPR certification training with our National Training... More →
Heart Month 2014 is Here and We Have Instructor Resources!
The opening paragraph of this year's American Heart Month Presidential Proclamation makes it clear that heart disease remains an ongoing... More →
CPR Certification for Teachers and Students – Does Your School Require CPR?
We’ve posted in our blog before about CPR certification requirements in our school systems. Whether it’s just the teachers or... More →
Are Rescue Breaths Necessary During CPR?
During a cardiac arrest emergency, immediate high-quality cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) improves the chance of survival by providing oxygen-rich blood to... More →
World First Aid Day: Why First Aid Skills Are Important
The second Saturday of September marks World First Aid Day, providing an opportunity to further raise awareness about how first... More →
Are Rescue Breaths Necessary During CPR?
During a cardiac arrest emergency, immediate high-quality cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) improves the chance of survival by providing oxygen-rich blood to... More →