70% of cardiac arrests happen at home In most Canadian cities
The average ambulance response time is more than 8 minutes
The heart stops beating within one minute after breathing stops
CPR helps maintain vital blood flow to the heart & brain
CPR with use of an AED is the most effective method of resuscitation
Permanent brain damage is likely to occur within 4 - 6 minutes after breathing
Resuscitation is more successful if CPR and defibrillation occur within a few minutes of collapse
A cardiac arrest victim's chances of survival fall 7 - 10% for every minute defibrillation is delayed
CPR and AED's SAVE LIVES!
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