cardiac arrest
Coverage of cardiac arrest in the Nexus archive.
- Fire Department Puts Pasadena’s Shockable Cardiac Arrest Survival at 57%
Pasadena reports a 57% survival rate for cardiac arrests with an initial shockable rhythm, according to the City of Pasadena. Fire Chief Chad Augustin compared this rate to 35.9% in Los Angeles County and 34.7% in California. Furthermore, 11.7% of patients from Pasadena survive neurologically intact at hospital discharge.
- Lake Travis community rallies around football player who suffered health emergency
The Lake Travis community has rallied together to support a varsity football player. The player suffered a health emergency after experiencing a cardiac arrest during practice this week.
- 'I'm so grateful': Richmond cardiac arrest survivor reunites with bystander, first responders who helped save his life
A Richmond man who suffered a cardiac arrest while cycling reunited with the bystander and first responders who helped save his life. The bystander called 911 after witnessing the health scare.
- After death of devotee, entry to Tiruvannamalai’s Idukku Pillayar Temple restricted for obese, elderly, and ailing persons
Entry to Tiruvannamalai’s Idukku Pillayar Temple is restricted for obese, elderly, and ailing persons following the death of 36-year-old S. Manikumar from Andhra Pradesh’s Godavari district, who died of cardiac arrest while exiting a narrow passage after worship. The temple authorities implemented the restriction after the incident on July 25.
- Man survives cardiac arrest at bowling alley after bystanders revive him
Dennis Kelley survived a cardiac arrest at a bowling alley in Mason City, Iowa, after bystanders including a retired paramedic and off-duty deputy performed CPR and used an AED. Amy O’Rourke, an aging expert, emphasized the importance of CPR and knowing how to locate and use AEDs in emergencies.
- Man from A.P. dies of cardiac arrest near Arunachaleswar temple in Tiruvannamalai
A man from Andhra Pradesh died of cardiac arrest near the Arunachaleswar temple in Tiruvannamalai. He fainted and was taken to the hospital, where he was declared dead.
- Young Saudi Prince died after ingesting lethal cocktail of drugs in London hotel, inquest hears
A Saudi Prince died in a London hotel after ingesting a lethal combination of drugs and alcohol, leading to cardiac arrest, as ruled by an inquest. The inquest determined the cause of death was drug-related.
- Lack of defibrillators could put 16m at risk of death by cardiac arrest in England and Wales
Over 16 million people in England and Wales risk dying from cardiac arrest due to living more than 1km round trip from 24/7 accessible defibrillators, according to Heart Restart campaign research. The study found 35 million people, over half the population, lack access within the recommended 3-5 minute brisk walk, with survival rates below 10% for out-of-hospital cardiac arrests.
- Hundreds of people pay last respects to Chennamma on the way to Holenarasipur
Hundreds of people paid their last respects to Chennamma as she was transported to Holenarasipur. Chennamma, 89, died at a private hospital in Bengaluru following a cardiac arrest on Saturday.
- Disney World guest, 54, died on iconic ride after suffering heart emergency, new report reveals
A 54-year-old Walt Disney World guest died after suffering a cardiac arrest on one of the park's most popular attractions, according to a new report. The incident occurred three months ago during a ride experience.
- Venezuelan man becomes 22nd person to die in ICE custody this year
Jesús Manuel Arenas-Silva, a 45-year-old Venezuelan man, died while being transferred between ICE detention facilities in Georgia. ICE reported he was found unresponsive on a transport bus, with suspected cardiac arrest as the cause of death, marking the 22nd such death in ICE custody this year.
- Mitch McConnell seen being loaded into ambulance after apparent cardiac arrest, new video shows
A neighbor's video shows Mitch McConnell being wheeled on a stretcher by DC Fire and EMS personnel on June 14 after an apparent cardiac arrest. The footage was captured on the morning of the incident.
- McConnell’s health emergency sparks questions on whether he will return to Senate
Emergency dispatch audio indicated a cardiac arrest at Sen. Mitch McConnell's home in Washington, D.C., raising questions about his return to the Senate. McConnell's office has not provided detailed information about his health status.
- Leaked audio exposes 'cardiac arrest' scramble at Mitch McConnell's home as he spends 19th day in hospital
Leaked audio details a cardiac arrest scramble at Mitch McConnell's home. He is in the hospital for his 19th day.
- Mitch McConnell is still in the hospital after medical episode, his office says
Sen. Mitch McConnell remains hospitalized for recovery following a recent medical episode. His office states he is improving and working on Senate matters during the session break. Emergency responders were called to his home last month for an incident involving unconsciousness and cardiac arrest, though details remain unconfirmed.
- Medics responded to report of ‘cardiac arrest’ at McConnell’s home on day he was hospitalized
Paramedics responded to a report of a cardiac arrest at Senator Mitch McConnell's Washington, D.C. home near the Senate Hart Building on June 14. The incident occurred on the same day he was hospitalized.
- EMS was called to Mitch McConnell's home for "unconscious" patient last month
EMS personnel responded to Mitch McConnell's home for an unconscious person suspected of experiencing cardiac arrest. This occurred on the same morning McConnell was hospitalized.
- Paramedics responded to a ‘cardiac arrest’ at Mitch McConnell’s home on day of hospitalization
Paramedics responded to a cardiac arrest at Mitch McConnell's home on the day he was hospitalized. His office has not confirmed whether he remains in the hospital.
- BJP leader Satish Shejwadkar dies of cardiac arrest
BJP leader Satish Shejwadkar died of cardiac arrest. He was a former councillor of Hubballi-Dharwad Municipal Corporation.
- High school grad dies the day before graduation
Dominic McClair, a high school student in Virginia Beach, Va., died of cardiac arrest in his bedroom one day before graduation. His family had previously experienced tragedy when his uncle died around the same time McClair's nephew drowned last year.
- 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.
- Death investigation underway after young man dies in Valdese
A young man died of cardiac arrest Sunday evening in Valdese, prompting an ongoing death investigation by local authorities.
- ‘Total Eclipse of the Heart’ singer Bonnie Tyler, 75, wakes up from coma after suffering cardiac arrest a month ago
Bonnie Tyler, a singer known for 'Total Eclipse of the Heart,' has awakened from a coma after complications from surgery led to cardiac arrest a month ago. She was placed in a medically induced coma following the surgery-related issues.
- ‘Total Eclipse of the Heart’ Bonnie Tyler, 75, wakes up from coma after suffering cardiac arrest over a month ago
The singer Bonnie Tyler, 75, has woken up from a coma after suffering cardiac arrest over a month ago due to complications from surgery.
- Bonnie Tyler, 75, wakes up from coma in Portuguese hospital after 'suffering cardiac arrest' but remains 'seriously ill'
Bonnie Tyler, 75, regained consciousness in a Portuguese hospital after suffering cardiac arrest but remains seriously ill. She was in a coma following the cardiac arrest.
- 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.
- I flatlined at a party and saw my lifeless body lying in a chair.... then came a terrifying warning about death
A person experienced cardiac arrest at a party, described a vision of their lifeless body, and received a warning about death. The account details a terrifying near-death experience.
- Pictured: Hero grandfather, 68, who suffered 'cardiac arrest' and died after trying to save two relatives from water at Cornish beach
A 68-year-old grandfather died after suffering cardiac arrest while attempting to rescue two relatives from water at a Cornish beach. His heroic effort to save them tragically resulted in his own death.
- Hajj pilgrims battle Mecca's scorching heat with ice cream and giant fans
Over a million Hajj pilgrims in Mecca face extreme heat (42-47°C), leading to heatstroke, fainting, and cardiac arrest. Authorities report challenging conditions as attendees cope with ice cream and giant fans.
- Teen whose heart stopped for 13 minutes after he fell on to Tube tracks completes London Marathon less than 18 months after cheating death
A teenager whose heart stopped for 13 minutes after falling onto London Underground tracks completed the London Marathon less than 18 months after the incident, showcasing remarkable recovery and resilience.
- Teen whose heart stopped for 13 minutes after he fell on to Tube tracks completes London Marathon less than 18 months after cheating death
A teen survived after his heart stopped for 13 minutes following a fall onto London Underground tracks and completed the London Marathon less than 18 months later. The incident and subsequent recovery highlight his resilience and determination.
- Jumping into cold water can stop your heart
The article discusses the risk of cardiac arrest from sudden cold water immersion, citing scientific research. It highlights how cold shock can trigger life-threatening heart rhythms, particularly in vulnerable individuals.