Timely CPR and AED crucial in saving a life A man who collapsed before a hockey game would not be alive without the quick delivery of life-saving measures. The man only remembers waking up in an ambulance with difficult breathing and not knowing what has happened. Saving a life As the man heads up to […]
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Man Saved by MRU Students Donates Defibrillators to School Quick thinking, proper training, and immediate access to life-saving equipment made all the difference for Ayaz Kara — and now he’s paying it forward. After finishing a squash game at Mount Royal University, Kara collapsed in a locker room after suffering a sudden heart attack. What
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Quick-Thinking Car Dealership Staff Save Co-Worker With an AED A 65-year-old man is alive today because his co-workers acted quickly and had access to an automated external defibrillator (AED). The life-saving incident took place at Wheaton GMC Buick Cadillac in Saskatoon and highlights how CPR training and AED availability can make the difference between life
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Bystanders and Arena Staff Credited With Saving Hockey Player’s Life A 44-year-old Ottawa man is alive today thanks to the fast, decisive actions of bystanders and arena staff who responded immediately when he suffered a sudden cardiac arrest during a hockey game. The incident happened shortly after 7:00 p.m. at the Bell Sensplex, where the
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Lethbridge Resident Credits Integrated Response Model After Surviving Heart Attack A Lethbridge man is sharing his powerful survival story after suffering a sudden heart attack—crediting quick CPR, trained emergency responders, and an integrated emergency response system for saving his life. On Sunday, December 15, what started as a routine evening playing recreational hockey at the
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AEDs in Schools: Why Defibrillators Matter for Student Safety in Canada Understanding Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) An automated external defibrillator (AED) is a portable device used to help restore a normal heart rhythm during sudden cardiac arrest. It works by delivering a controlled electrical shock to the heart when needed. AEDs are designed for public
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Miramichi Man Credits AED With Saving His Life A New Brunswick man is alive today thanks to quick-thinking bystanders and immediate access to a lifesaving automated external defibrillator (AED). Eugene Manuel, 46, was competing in a fitness challenge at his local gym in Miramichi on July 11 when he suddenly suffered a cardiac arrest. Without
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Choking First Aid in Restaurants: How Quick Action Can Make a Difference Two Alberta Fish and Wildlife officers were recognized for their extraordinary bravery after pulling two boys from the freezing waters of Lac La Biche during a violent storm—an incident that tragically ended with only one child surviving. According to a CBC News report,
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Understanding Pedestrian Collisions and Emergency Response Pedestrian collisions can result in severe and complex injuries. Knowing what to do if someone is hit by a vehicle or how to respond when a person is found unresponsive on the road is critical. A unique and important concept is the “Platinum Ten Minutes”—the first critical period where
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AED vital in saving the life of a boy suffering cardiac arrest Quick-thinking bystanders and access to a public defibrillator helped save the life of a teenage boy who collapsed during a futsal game at Sir Robert Borden High School on Greenbank Road. According to a report by CBC News, the 15-year-old suffered a sudden
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A powerful reminder of why first aid education matters comes from a 17-year-old student who used his newly learned skills to save his father’s life—just one day after training. The Incident Turki Ayash, a Grade 11 student whose family arrived in Canada as Syrian refugees, had recently completed CPR training through his school’s physical education
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Edmonton Man Credits Co-Workers for Saving His Life An Edmonton man is alive today thanks to the quick thinking and training of his co-workers, whose actions were later recognized by Emergency Medical Services officials. For Manny Rodriguez, the morning of May 16 started like any other workday. A long-time employee at All Weather Windows, Rodriguez
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Fan Suffers Cardiac Arrest at Senators Game, Taken to Hospital in Critical Condition A medical emergency during Monday night’s Ottawa Senators game highlighted just how critical immediate CPR and AED access can be in saving a life. A 77-year-old man was taken to hospital after suffering a cardiac arrest during the first period of the
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Defibrillator Failure Sparks Life-Saving Warning After Teen’s Close Call A frightening incident involving a 13-year-old hockey player in Nova Scotia serves as a strong reminder that automated external defibrillators (AEDs) must not only be available—but properly maintained and ready to use. According to an original report by CBC News, Kenzie Lahey’s near-death experience highlights how
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Man Saved by MRU Students Donates Defibrillators to Help Others A routine squash game at Mount Royal University quickly turned into a life-threatening emergency for Ayaz Kara—but thanks to fast action and proper first aid training, it also became a powerful story of survival and giving back. In January 2014, Kara suffered a sudden heart
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Hockey Rink Heart Attacks Highlight the Need for Public Defibrillators Two cardiac emergencies at hockey rinks in Newfoundland have drawn renewed attention to the critical role of public defibrillators in saving lives. In one incident in St. John’s, a hockey player collapsed on the ice after suffering sudden cardiac arrest. An off-duty firefighter quickly intervened,
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Quick-Thinking Saskatoon Dealership Staff Save Co-Worker’s Life With an AED Access to lifesaving equipment and calm, decisive action made the difference between life and death for a Saskatoon man. A 65-year-old employee at Wheaton GMC Buick Cadillac is alive today thanks to the quick response of his co-workers and the availability of an automated external
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A Life Saved by CPR and AED Training Quick thinking, proper training, and teamwork saved a life. Nearly three months after suffering a sudden cardiac arrest, 51-year-old John Turco was reunited with the people who helped save his life. The emotional meeting took place at Toronto City Hall during the city’s first-ever Safe City Day,
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Knowing what to do if someone becomes unresponsive after a car crash can make a critical difference. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a life-saving technique used when a person is not breathing normally or shows no signs of circulation. It helps maintain blood flow to the brain and vital organs until emergency medical services arrive. In
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Knowing what to do if someone is having a heart attack or how to respond when a person suddenly collapses from cardiac arrest can make the difference between life and death. Quick action—especially calling for help and starting CPR—can help maintain circulation until emergency responders arrive. In Winnipeg and across Manitoba, heart-related emergencies can occur
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