CPR
Coverage of CPR in the Nexus archive.
- Police: 4-year-old pulled from Plantation pool remains in critical condition
A 4-year-old boy was hospitalized in critical condition after being found unresponsive in a pool in Plantation, Broward County. An adult performed CPR until first responders arrived, and the child was rushed to Broward Health Medical Center. Authorities confirm the investigation is ongoing, and the Broward Sheriff’s Office is sharing water safety tips to prevent drownings.
- The Mitch McConnell mystery is solved. But it doesn’t look good for America | Moira Donegan
Mitch McConnell was hospitalized after a fall and treated for pneumonia, prompting him to release a photo to confirm he is alive. Public emergency services records indicate paramedics administered CPR to an unconscious person at his Washington address on June 14, though the identity was withheld.
- ‘We tried CPR, but it was too late,’ say Vietnam boat tragedy witnesses on return to Hyderabad
Witnesses to a Vietnam boat tragedy returned to Hyderabad on July 12, describing failed CPR attempts. Indian tourists stranded in Vietnam after the incident arrived in Hyderabad.
- An off-duty Alberta doctor saved a man's life with CPR. Then he got a $250 ambulance bill
Dr. Ian Sutanto, an off-duty Alberta doctor, performed CPR to save a man's life during a basketball game but later received a $250 ambulance bill. The unexpected invoice followed his lifesaving intervention.
- Witnesses recount seeing storm on Fort Myers beach that left 1 dead, 3 hospitalized after lightning strike
A lightning strike at Fort Myers beach resulted in one death and three hospitalizations. Witnesses described the storm's sudden arrival and the immediate response, including CPR and use of an AED by bystanders and paramedics. Firefighters warned against swimming during storms following the incident.
- 1 dead, 3 hospitalized after swimmers struck by lightning at Fort Myers beach
One person is dead and three others were hospitalized after swimmers at Fort Myers beach were struck by lightning. Bystanders performed CPR before paramedics arrived, but the deceased victim did not have a shockable rhythm. Three victims were rushed to the hospital with unknown conditions, and firefighters warned against swimming during storms.
- Summer safety tips: Prevent injuries and enjoy the season
The article highlights summer safety measures to prevent injuries in children, emphasizing water safety, helmet use for biking, CPR training, and window guards. Experts like Dr. Darria Long and organizations such as Consumer Reports recommend active supervision, Coast Guard-approved life jackets, and secure pool fencing to reduce risks.
- Colorado’s climate check-in: Heat, air quality, drought and the El Niño outlook
In Colorado's June 'Climate Conversation' with CPR and Denver7, host Ryan Warner and Denver7 chief meteorologist Lisa Hidalgo discuss the state's intense heat, deteriorating air quality, widespread drought, and the potential impacts of a strengthening El Niño, which could bring heavier monsoon rains and improved winter snowpack. Climate outlooks suggest above-average temperatures may persist, with the entire state currently experiencing drought conditions.
- ‘Miracle baby’: Middle Tennessee toddler recovering after being found ‘lifeless’ in family pool
A 2-year-old Tennessee toddler, Bennett Pierrot, survived a drowning incident after being found lifeless in his family's pool. He received CPR from relatives before hospitalization, avoided brain damage, and is recovering with a minor lung infection. The family is advocating for CPR education and pool safety measures.
- Consumer Reports experts share summer safety tips for kids
Consumer Reports experts, including pediatric emergency room physician Dr. Darria Long, share summer safety tips to prevent injuries in children. Recommendations focus on water safety, helmet use for bikes and scooters, CPR training, and window safety measures.
- Toddler fights for his life after being pulled from apartment complex pool, authorities say
A 3-year-old boy is in critical condition after being found in a Phoenix apartment complex pool. A resident, Martin, performed CPR with a bystander after pulling the child from the water. Authorities are investigating and emphasize the importance of CPR training in drowning emergencies.
- Toddler fights for his life after being pulled from apartment complex pool, authorities say
A 3-year-old boy is in extremely critical condition after being pulled from an apartment complex pool in Phoenix. A resident, Martin, performed CPR with a bystander while awaiting emergency services. Authorities are investigating the incident, which occurred despite a fence around the pool, though it is unclear if the gate was locked.
- Toddler fights for his life after being pulled from apartment complex pool, authorities say
A 3-year-old boy is in critical condition after being found in an apartment complex pool in Phoenix. A resident, Martin, pulled the child from the water, performed CPR, and called 911. Phoenix Fire officials are investigating how long the boy was submerged and whether the pool's gate was locked.
- Rowan County teen fights to return to baseball after suffering cardiac arrest
Bryson Blanton, a 13-year-old baseball player from Rowan County, North Carolina, suffered cardiac arrest during a game but was saved by two men in the stands, including an off-duty Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department officer, who performed CPR until first responders arrived.
- All southbound 101 lanes blocked in Santa Rosa
All southbound lanes of U.S. 101 north of Washington Street in Santa Rosa are blocked due to a car accident involving a black SUV and an unknown car. CPR was administered to one of the drivers around 1:13 p.m. on Saturday.
- Hero mother urges all parents to learn CPR after she saved life of son, 14, who suffered cardiac arrest during track practice
A mother saved her 14-year-old son's life after he suffered cardiac arrest during track practice. She is urging all parents to learn CPR to prepare for emergencies.