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France news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

French anaesthetist goes on trial accused of intentionally poisoning 30 patients

A French anaesthetist stands trial accused of intentionally inducing cardiac arrests in about 30 patients between 2008 and 2017, causing 12 deaths.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Man saves woman using CPR taught by paramedic mum

James Bird, 20, from Twickenham, west London, came to the woman's aid when the train made an emergency stop and she was found unresponsive on the platform. He recognised she had gone into cardiac arrest and immediately began cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) - a skill he had learned just months earlier from his mother Claire Bird, who is part of the LAS's London Lifesavers team as a community resuscitation trainer.
Public health
#cpr
Public health
fromsilive
1 month ago

Community rallies for retired Staten Island NYPD officer facing medical crisis after collapsing on vacation

Retired NYPD Officer Anthony Barresi collapsed while vacationing in the Cayman Islands and received life-saving treatment from his wife and medical professionals.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Footballer Lockyer reunited with medics who saved his life

Lockyer collapsed mid-game during a Premier League match when his heart stopped but was restarted by paramedics after just two minutes and 41 seconds.
Health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Jorge Costa, Champions League-winning Porto captain, dies aged 53

Jorge Costa, the former Porto captain, died at 53 due to a cardiac arrest at the club's training centre, despite efforts to save him.
FC Barcelona
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Dave Edmunds hospitalized after cardiac arrest, his wife says

Cici Edmunds detailed her husband Dave's health crisis, stating he suffered a major cardiac arrest, faced severe brain damage, and is at high risk of another cardiac event.
Music
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

'I owe my life to a defibrillator - and Joe Biden'

I became very dizzy and I collapsed. I didn't know it then, but I'd had a cardiac arrest. Fortunately, because Joe Biden was in town, there were lots of police around to do CPR and there was an armed response vehicle with a defibrillator in it. All of that was on me within a couple of minutes and that's the reason why I'm here now.
Public health
#hulk-hogan
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

NYC banking exec dead after hiking Wyoming peak six times during 'Everesting' endurance challenge

Slava Leykind, a 43-year-old banking executive, died after suffering cardiac arrest during an "Everesting" endurance challenge at Snow King Mountain in Wyoming.
New York City
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Video calls aim to cut cardiac arrest deaths

Bystanders do not need to download an app. During the 999 calls, paramedics send a text message to them via the GoodSAM video platform.
Public health
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Former League of Ireland player says heart attack at 46 'one of the best things that's happened to me'

Ger Heffernan, a 46-year-old who had been in good shape following a life of athleticism, unexpectedly suffered a heart attack after a vigorous swimming session.
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Rescue 117 comes to the aid of man suffering cardiac arrest on fishing boat off Wexford coast

A man in his 50s suffered a cardiac arrest while fishing off the Wexford coast, prompting an emergency response from services near Hook Head.
Canada news
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Televangelist Jimmy Swaggart dies at age 90

Jimmy Swaggart, prominent televangelist, passed away at 90 after a cardiac arrest, marking the end of a tumultuous legacy in American ministry.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Off-duty nurse and lifeguards revive man with CPR, AED shock at Gloucester beach

A nurse and lifeguards successfully saved a man's life at Good Harbor Beach, showcasing the importance of quick emergency response.
#anne-burrell
fromNBC News
2 months ago
Everyday cooking

Cardiac arrest reported at Anne Burrell's home, victim found unresponsive, officials say

fromNBC News
2 months ago
Everyday cooking

Cardiac arrest reported at Anne Burrell's home, victim found unresponsive, officials say

NYC parents
fromCbsnews
3 months ago

FDNY reunites survivors with rescuers at Second Chance Ceremony in Brooklyn

EMTs save lives in emergencies, as highlighted by the inspiring stories of survivors acknowledged at the FDNY's Second Chance Ceremony.
#brooklyn-half-marathon
fromBrooklyn Paper
3 months ago
Brooklyn

Runners contend with brutal heat and humidity at 2025 RBC Brooklyn Half Marathon * Brooklyn Paper

28,000 participated in the Brooklyn Half Marathon; extreme conditions led to one runner's death.
fromABC7 Chicago
3 months ago
NYC LGBT

31-year-old man dies after going into cardiac arrest while running Brooklyn Half Marathon

A runner died after suffering a cardiac arrest during the Brooklyn Half Marathon.
Beer
fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago

Champagne Is ... Healthy? Let's Take a Closer Look at a Recent Study.

Debate continues on the health impacts of alcohol, particularly champagne, sparking discussions on statistical artifacts and health outcomes.
fromkffhealthnews.org
3 months ago

Fast action from bystanders can improve cardiac arrest survival. Many don't know what to do

"In the United States, a lack of training and readiness to deal with this relatively common medical emergency contributes to thousands of deaths a year."
NYC parents
MMA
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

CrossFit athlete, 24, dies after competition in grueling Mexico heat

A 24-year-old athlete died at a CrossFit competition due to cardiac arrest and alleged slow emergency response.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
4 months ago

Boston police investigating after 3-year-old child dies in Mattapan

A 3-year-old child died in Mattapan after going into cardiac arrest, prompting an ongoing police investigation.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Cheers! This alcoholic drink can help prevent sudden cardiac arrest - and it's not red wine

"We conducted an exposome-wide association study, which examines the relationship between a wide range of environmental exposures and health outcomes. The study found significant associations between various modifiable factors and SCA, with lifestyle changes being the most impactful in preventing cases."
Wine
Wine
fromwww.bournemouthecho.co.uk
4 months ago

Experts say white wine and Champagne cuts down the risk of cardiac arrest

Lifestyle interventions, like increased Champagne and fruit consumption, may prevent thousands of cardiac arrests.
Up to 63% of cardiac arrest cases could be avoided with better lifestyle choices.
Running
fromNews Center
4 months ago

Fewer Long-Distance Runners Die of Cardiac Arrest, Study Finds - News Center

Cardiac deaths among runners have significantly decreased during organized races over the past decade.
London startup
fromwww.wandsworthguardian.co.uk
4 months ago

Battersea parkrunner thanks strangers who saved his life after cardiac arrest

David Walker survived a cardiac arrest at a parkrun thanks to quick action from bystanders and paramedics, highlighting the importance of defibrillators and CPR.
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