News from the Jewish Community Center: Nov. 5 online edition Nov 6, 2009
The class will provide certification in Standard First Aid, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, AED (Automatic External Defibrillator), and PDT (Preventing Disease Transmission). The class is for teens who are least 15 years and meets Dec. 27-30 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The cost is $240 for members, $280 for others. (Swampscott Reporter, MA)
Two men stabbed to death at psychiatric hospital Nov 5, 2009
Staff attempted to perform CPR on the man but he died at the scene. Police do not know what sparked the original confrontation between the roommates, who had been friends and had often gone on day leave together, including fishing trips. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
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Jury Acquits Local Paramedic Accused Of Fondling Female Patient. Jury Acquits Local Paramedic Accused Of Fondling Female Patient Jurors Wednesday acquitted a former Copperas Cove paramedic who was accused of fondling a female patient. (KWTX.com, TX)
18 Comments Nov 4, 2009
Posted by: Sara P Location: Waco on Nov 3, 2009 at 04:35 PM What I find amazing is that if you want to adopt or foster children you must complete parenting classes, cpr training have in home visits and the interview everyone you have know in the past 10 years. Yet at any given moment so crack addicted 15yr old can take home a newborn to her pot smoking boyfriend. (KWTX.com, TX)
Drug Company-sponsored Events For Health Professionals Fail To Disclose Financial Ties, Analysis Finds Nov 3, 2009
Human factors engineers have developed a CPR machine that allows people without CPR training to save the lives of those who are suffering from. . (Science Daily)
Lisa Clinton Nov 3, 2009
In addition to being director of occupation health, Clinton also directs safety, emergency preparedness, transportation, support groups, community CPR, EMS and manages the following departments: health promotions, para transit, infection control and volunteer services. She is a certified healthcare safety professional, is chairperson of the Bureau/Putnam County Local emergency preparedness committee and is an Illinois Region 2 EMS advisory committee member. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
Innovative Imaging System To Study Sudden Cardiac Arrest Developed Nov 2, 2009
(May 7, 2009) Survival rates for sudden cardiac arrest patients increased when professional rescuers focused on minimizing interruptions to chest compressions during CPR. Compression rate was increased to 50. . (Science Daily)
A lifetime of caring for kids saved from water Nov 1, 2009
The Australian Red Cross usually reports a 30 per cent increase in people undertaking CPR training in November and December, just before the peak drowning months of January and February. Kidsafe NSW chief executive Christine Erskine said all parents could benefit from learning emergency skills. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Pregnant Woman Saved after Car Lands Upside Down Oct 30, 2009
Davis, who was 8 months pregnant, was quickly removed from the car and given CPR before being sent to the hospital. She sustained a laceration to the head and some short-term memory loss but after four days in the hospital she was released and sent home. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Slain priest talked of firing N.J. suspect Oct 29, 2009
The janitor came to the attention of police almost immediately after they arrived because they saw him administering CPR to the body in a halfhearted manner, Morris County prosecutor Robert Bianchi said. School principal Marian Hobbie said Hinds told her the box for passing a criminal background check had not been checked in Feliciano s personnel file, according to the application for a police search of the custodian s home in Easton, Pa. (Boston Globe)
Contentious couple dominates U.S. medical tourism Oct 29, 2009
By the end of 2008, Karen Timmons of Joint Commission International, Laura Carabello of CPR Communications, John Bridges of Johns Hopkins University and Ruben Toral of Medeguide had all resigned. Uwe Klein of Germany's Health Care Strategy International resigned this year, saying that the organization sought to dominate the conversation on medical tourism. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Louisa vaccine supply limited for now Oct 29, 2009
Recently, responders were called to a cabin area where signage was not posted and a woman who was performing CPR on a victim had to stop and run outside to flag down an ambulance. Nixon said it is also important that the grass is trimmed from around the signs so they are visible. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Zeigler admits to dumping 'Baby Grace' Oct 29, 2009
He claims he attempted CPR but that it was too late. He told investigators that the plan to dispose of Riley s body was Trenor s idea and that he went along with it because he loved her and because she was now pregnant with his child. (KHOU.com, TX)
Nogales Fire Department receives honor Oct 29, 2009
Captain Gerry Castro, Nogales Fire Department, proudly describes the rescue: On July 28th (2009) B Shift crew did an outstanding job while responding to a Cardiac Arrest event, I believe that all the elements of the chain of survival were there for Mr. Leon and it included early bystander CPR intervention, early 911 activation, early defibrillation, early Advanced Life Support and early definitive care along with the implementation of the Cardio Cerebral Resuscitation (CCR) all were big... (Nogales International, AZ)
Farm worker dies in heavy equipment accident Oct 28, 2009
According to the 911 call, Rayon was not breathing when he was pulled from the pit; CPR was applied while waiting for emergency personnel to arrive. Rayon, who is from Mexico, had been working on the farm for about a year, according to the sheriff s department. (Menomonie Dunn County News, WI)
Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative, Dig Tech receive excellence awards Oct 28, 2009
From offering employees online safety training and on-site CPR certifications, to contracting the best and safest companies in their field, Bluebonnet goes the extra mile to maintain an excellent safety record from inside the cooperative's offices out to the crews in the field. For more information about Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative go to. (Elgin Courier, TX)
Medical assistants finding entry-level jobs Oct 27, 2009
Lauren Sevilla performs CPR on a dummy as phlebotomy instructor Lei Sean Curtis keeps time at the Pima Medical Institute in Mesa. More on this topic. (AZCentral -- Business)
Are arson-related heart attacks murder? DA says yes Oct 26, 2009
A crew checking electric wires nearby spotted him in distress and did CPR until an ambulance arrived, but McDermith was dead by the time he arrived at the hospital. Another man, 93-year-old Charles Howard Cunningham, had a heart attack as he watched his home burn. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
NJ town laments slain priest and accused janitor Oct 25, 2009
Bianchi said Feliciano was performing CPR on the body when officers arrived and his halfhearted attempts struck them as suspicious. The priest, dressed in his clerical robes, had wounds on his upper torso, the back of his body and his head that were created by a kitchen knife, officials said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- World)
Woman Rescued From Car In Creek In Critical Condition Oct 25, 2009
Firefighters puled the woman out of the car, initiated cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CPR). and transported her to a local hospital. (W-USA News, DC)
Church janitor charged in slaying of NJ priest Oct 25, 2009
The pair found the body, and Bianchi said Feliciano was performing CPR on Hinds when officers arrived and his halfhearted attempts struck them as suspicious. Bianchi said Feliciano's son graduated from the church's school, which runs from kindergarten through eighth grade, and his daughter is a student there. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Health calendar Oct 23, 2009
PET FIRST AID FOR DOGS AND CATS, workshop on dealing with emergencies and injuries in dogs and cats, including choking pets, rescue breathing and CPR; 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Oct. 27; American Red Cross, Diamond Head; $60; register, 739-8132 ... AMERICAN RED CROSS monthlong classes, including single or combined classes in first aid, CPR and AED for adult, infants and children, various times/dates, American Red Cross, Diamond Head; fees; register: 739-8123, 739-8132 ... CASTLE MEDICAL CENTER... (Honolulu Advertiser)
High school students learn ins and outs of a hospital Oct 23, 2009
"This would be handy if you knew CPR, because we can't save our mannequin," Nietzel joked. Morgan later admitted she knew CPR but had been too nervous to step up ... Future sessions will include patient privacy rules, CPR, orthopedics and X-rays, with talk of holding a decontamination drill and allowing students to observe surgeries. (Framingham TAB, MA)
Affordable acupuncture comes to Wilmington Oct 23, 2009
Established in 1996, the Community Health Institute offers more than 30 programs and services throughout the year in disease management, childbirth, integrative therapies, fitness, yoga, Tai Chi/Qi Gong, CPR and first aid, weight management, career services and support groups. The institute is also home to two retail services: A Caring Place, which features wigs, bras, prostheses and head coverings for women living with cancer; and the Lactation Center Boutique, which offers the highest-quality... (Wilmington Advocate, MA)
Swine Flu Blamed For Thurston County Man's Death Oct 22, 2009
"She said doctors allowed her to be in the room as they performed CPR on him.She said she held his hand and I told him how much I loved him and how much of a good father he was and he was my best friend.". Officially Barry died from an embolism, a fatal complication as he recovered from what the health department confirms was swine flu. (KIRO TV, WA)
Most pet owners would go mouth-to-muzzle Oct 22, 2009
Poll finds many would perform CPR in emergency, but few are prepared. Petfirst-aid instructor Denise Fleck demonstrates how to perform CPR on a dog dummy at the Burbank Animal Shelther in Burbank, Calif ... Fifty-eight percent of pet owners 63 percent of dog owners and 53 percent of cat owners would be at least somewhat likely to perform CPR on their pet in the event of a medical emergency, according to an Associated Press-Petside. (MSNBC -- Health)
Sweat Lodge Survivor: Guru Pushed Too Hard Oct 22, 2009
Authorities have said a nurse hired by Ray was directing rescue efforts including CPR when emergency crews arrived. Ray is the primary focus of the probe but others also are being investigated, Sheriff Steve Waugh has said. (CBS News -- US)
Little Angels gets four-star rating Oct 22, 2009
The State of Iowa Quality Rating System (QRS) has awarded Little Angels the Level 4 rating, which requires: meeting state requirements for chiild care center licensing; working with a child care nurse consultant and staying current in CPR and first aid; providing additional education and experience for staff members; and complying with health and safety requirements, as well as working with parents. Little Angels Preschool Teacher Joy Petersen and SCCS Principal Ann Andersen said this week... (Harlan Tribune, IA)
A Nobel Prize for Showing That Freedom Works Oct 21, 2009
Ostrom's work concentrates on common-pool resources (CPR) like pastures and fisheries. Policymakers assume that such situations are plagued by free-rider problems, where all individuals have a strong incentive to use the resource to the fullest and no incentive to invest in order to enhance it. (Townhall.com)
Court orders aid investigation into 2-year-old Erie girl's death Oct 21, 2009
Firefighters attempted CPR before the girl was taken from the scene by ambulance. The District Attorney's Office also requested that the records of the 911 calls made the morning Warren's body was discovered, and tapes of phone calls made to Marquice D. Evans while he's been incarcerated in the Erie County Prison be turned over to investigators. (Erie Times-News, PA)
Police: Crash caused by health problem Oct 21, 2009
A witness and an EMT pulled Tillman out of the vehicle and to shore, and the EMT attempted CPR.. PLEASE NOTE. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
CPR and first aid certification course Wednesday Oct 20, 2009
Wingate at Silver Lake is sponsoring a course for members of the community seeking American Red Cross CPR, AED and first aid certification. The course will be divided between two sessions, held Wednesday, Oct. 21, and Wednesday, Nov. 4, from 4 to 8 p.m. at The Inn at Silver Lake located at 21 Chipman Way in Kingston. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Quinn Harper settles in back home Oct 20, 2009
She is also certified in CPR. She renews this certification annually. "It's a good refresher," Harper said. (University News, MO)
Shocked Worker Grateful For Co-workers' Response Oct 20, 2009
His co-workers began CPR.. A medical helicopter flew Miller from the job site near 104th and J streets to Nebraska Medical Center in critical condition. (7 KETV Omaha)
Doctor says near-death experiences are in the mind Oct 18, 2009
Newton South's nurse, Gail Kramer, and CPR instructor Michelle Coppola arrived moments later with the school's new automated external defibrillator ... Coppola and Kramer performed CPR while they waited for paramedics. (CNN)
Omaha Windmill Training Facility Opens Oct 16, 2009
"They'll get to the top of the climber in 12 hours, they'll get first aid and CPR, which is six hours, and they'll get cable splicing, which is another six hours," he said. After the electrical workers complete the course, they'll begin working on sites to construct wind turbines throughout Nebraska. (7 KETV Omaha)
Design Star' focuses on baby's health Oct 16, 2009
Jennifer called 911 while Chris and the nurse performed CPR on Winston, whose tiny body became blue. By the time paramedics arrived, Winston started breathing more regularly. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Rocky Point murder victim: Please dont hurt them Oct 16, 2009
She tried to administer CPR.. The kids returned home, unable to track down a neighbor. (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Markey speaks on health care Oct 15, 2009
Markey said health care, or sick care as he called it, needs CPR, which in this instance stands for Cost-reduction, Preventative treatment and Research funding. As audience members lined up and asked Markey questions, the topic stuck to health care, never veering into questions over the president s birthplace or allusions to murderous dictators as other town hall healthcare meetings had this summer. (Lincoln Journal, MA)
Health Tip: Bringing Baby Home Oct 15, 2009
Before you leave for home, you should know how to perform infant CPR, safely give baby a bath and, if necessary, breast feed. HealthDay. (MEDLINEplus)
For young mom, new CPR beat back death Oct 15, 2009
Husband, a trained first responder, did new-style CPR, with compressions only ... "I got her to the floor because I knew I'd have to do CPR pretty soon," Scott said ... Working to calm himself, Scott performed a new type of CPR on his wife. (CNN)
Young mom died, but new CPR saved her Oct 15, 2009
For young mom, new CPR beat back death - CNN.com ... For young mom, new CPR beat back death ... Husband, a trained first responder, did new-style CPR, with compressions only. (CNN)
Girl: Man sat on Erie toddler later found dead Oct 15, 2009
Warren was found unresponsive by her mother just after 11:30 a.m. Tuesday in their Harbor Homes apartment at 1932 E. 19th St. The affidavit attached to the search warrant said Erie firefighters were first on the scene and attempted CPR before an ambulance arrived. The girl was rushed to Saint Vincent Health Center, where she was pronounced dead at 12:03 p.m. Police released a mug shot of Evans on Tuesday evening, saying he was a "person of interest in the investigation." Evans was captured after... (Erie Times-News, PA)
Canoeist dies during Games marathon Oct 14, 2009
A first aid official aboard an on-site rescue craft attempted resuscitation with a defibrillator and CPR, said Games chief medical officer Jenny Saunders. NSW Ambulance Health Commander for the Games, Michael Bray, said an intensive care ambulance was on the scene within four minutes of the alarm being raised. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Dr. Gupta reveals the secrets to 'Cheating Death' Oct 14, 2009
UPS driver Corey Ash saw the accident, pulled Mertz out and began CPR. CPR without mouth-to-mouth resuscitation may have saved Mertz life ... After dialing 911, Ash started CPR the way he'd learned during an Air National Guard training exercise just two months before. (CNN -- Health)
Man Collapses At A Football Field...But Who Is He? Oct 14, 2009
The female student and staffer performed CPR and used the school's automatic defibrillator to rescucitate him. Valley Medical Fire and Medic One arrived, and were able to transport the man to a local hospital. (KIRO TV, WA)
Cooling is catching on for cardiac arrest patients Oct 14, 2009
Gallagher ran to tell the pilot; someone called 911 from a cell phone; another passenger started CPR. Paramedics appeared and then Gallagher made a crucial decision: Even though protocol called for Dietrich to be taken to the nearest hospital, three miles away, she insisted he go twice as far, to the University of Pennsylvania Hospital and its Center for Resuscitation Science. By the time Dietrich hit the emergency room, he had a weak pulse. (CNN -- Health)
From an icy slope, a medical miracle emerges Oct 13, 2009
Doctors did CPR continuously on trip to hospital; blood was slowly warmed ... genholm's ski companions, both doctors, began CPR and continued until the rescue helicopter arrived ... genholm up to the hovering chopper, giving her CPR and squeezing air into her sodden lungs as they made the hourlong flight to the University Hospital of North Norway in Troms. (CNN)
Sweat lodge deaths: woman was in 'top shape' Oct 12, 2009
A nurse hired by Ray was directing rescue efforts including CPR when emergency crews arrived, Waugh said. Shore and Brown were pronounced dead when they arrived at a hospital. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
EMS chief retires as part of settlement Oct 12, 2009
He was "ostracized. A lot of duties and responsibilities were taken away from me. Humiliation, embarrassment. Wondering why it happened. "I was relegated to the role of teaching CPR and taking complaints, [after being] a person who had managed the day-to-day operations of the department. " The city said in court filings that Mr. Bocian was a better employee and prepared a list of 28 witnesses for a trial that was set to start a week ago. On the Friday before trial, though, the parties settled... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Fire chief gives village youths emergency training to help others, themselves (5/3/03) Oct 11, 2009
The girls were certified in emergency trauma, basic life support and CPR and were expected to help ... Fred, the CPR mannequin, is missing its lungs ... She's also certified to teach CPR.. (Anchorage Daily News)
Obama: Partisans Endanger Health Reform Oct 11, 2009
Are any of you getting tired of the TV commercials with Rick Scott from Conservatives for Patients Rights (CPR) Lieing about Health Care reform. Check out the Rick Sanchez's interview where he exposes this guy as a former multi-hospital CEO who got fired, and almost prosecuted, for healthcare $$ kickbacks. (CBS News)
Yuma Vision Center plans for new building Oct 11, 2009
Caregivers are CPR and first aid certified. RISE Services has moved to 1030 W. 24th St., Suites D and E, in the former Women's Health building, announced Irma Valenzuela, regional director. (Yuma Daily Sun, AZ)
Family of sweat lodge victim says she was in 'top shape' Oct 11, 2009
Family of sweat lodge victim says she was in 'top shape. By Tom Tingle, The Arizona Republic via AP. (USA Today)
Authorities puzzled by deaths at sweat lodge Oct 10, 2009
When fire crews arrived on the scene, people were doing CPR on the unconscious victims. Other sweat-lodge participants complained of weakness and dizziness. (AZCentral -- News)
Red watch programaims to keep students fromdrinking,dying Oct 10, 2009
If students understood the seriousness of alcohol poisoning and the basics of how to intervene, from performing CPR to alerting medical crews, more young people might survive, the Red Watch Band advocates say ... Since the program began last spring, about 140 Stony Brook students, including Nelson, have been through the four hours of training that requires learning CPR, says Hunter. (MSNBC -- Health)
Aides Needed HHA or CNA Oct 10, 2009
Current CPR certification. Current Continuing Education if required by state. (Florida Today)
Woman Critical After Shooting In NE Oct 9, 2009
DC fire spokesman Pete Piringer said the woman is about 20 years old and CPR had been performed. The woman's identity was not released. (W-USA News, DC)
Child Rescued After Falling into Pool Oct 8, 2009
"Turned her head over so that I could do CPR and the other guy was pumping on her and we pounded on her for a little bit and finally got the fluids out of her lungs," said Amber ... "It's important for anyone who has normal, constant interaction with children to know first aid, basic CPR," said Officer Cassell. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Flight Attendants: Pouring Drinks and Saving Lives Oct 7, 2009
Though their training programs may vary, all airlines must meet FAA guidelines that require flight attendants to be instructed in CPR and first aid. 1. (ABC News)
Autopsy: Jackson was in good overall health Oct 7, 2009
He had chest bruising and cracked ribs from CPR, and a mechanical device known as a balloon pump was inserted into his heart to try to restart it, according to the autopsy report. Jacksons body was taken by helicopter to the coroners office where the following morning Chief Medical Examiner Lakshmanan Sathyavagiswaran and Dr. Christopher Rogers carried out an extensive review and ordered a toxicology screening to look for drugs in his system. (MSNBC -- Music)
Q&A: What does a Brookline Medical Reserve Corps volunteer do? Oct 6, 2009
We have trainings for setting up emergency dispensing sites, incident command, CPR and first aid, as well as Lyme disease, behavioral health, working with children in an emergency, being prepared at home, and others. How do you ensure volunteers are ready. (Brookline TAB, MA)
Flight attendants often deal with passengers' medical needs Oct 6, 2009
As with CPR, instruction on how to use the devices became mandatory for flight attendants and is reinforced regularly ... Most recently, in February, he performed CPR on a man who had stopped breathing on an American Airlines flight from Tampa to Dallas/Fort Worth. (USA Today -- Money)
Aussies must take responsibility on Kokoda Track: tour company Oct 5, 2009
"They applied CPR, they got a stretcher and took him to the top but unfortunately he passed away in the vehicle on the way to the hospital.". Mr Lynn said some trekkers failed to realise they were going to tackle a "hazardous, remote, physically challenging environment". (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
2d memorial for firefighters unveiled Oct 5, 2009
Friends used a canoe to locate him and performed CPR once they got him back to shore. Shea was pronounced dead at Lawrence General Hospital. (Boston Globe)
