The terms heart attack and sudden cardiac arrest are often used interchangeably, even in the media. But these two conditions are NOT the same.
Cardiac arrest has an 8% survival while a the survival rate of a heart attack is 85%.
Knowing the symptoms of each, and what to do if you witness either of these conditions, can mean the difference between life and death.
There are nearly 370,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests each year.
Familiarize yourself with these infographics so that you can pass on the correct information and by doing so, possibly save a life.
Keep in mind, 7 out of 10 cardiac arrests happen at home, so chances are very good that you’ll know the person you’re helping.
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