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What to Expect at the ER
We all would like to be ready in the event of an emergency, but the truth is that many of us never expect that day to come. When it does, we typically aren’t entirely prepared to take a trip to … Continue reading
Top Ten Drowning Prevention Tips
Drowning is the third leading cause of death in children–and for every child who dies, four others receive emergency care for near drowning incidents. So, with summer almost upon us, water safety should be a priority. Here is a list … Continue reading
Categories: Emergency Care
Tags: drowning, emergency care, Plantation General Hospital, swim safety
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How CPR Can Save a Life
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation, commonly called CPR, can save lives. It’s been used since 1740 when the Paris Academy of Sciences advised giving mouth-to-mouth resuscitation to drowning victims. Today, according to the American Heart Association, approximately 92 percent of sudden cardiac arrest … Continue reading