A man running in the Cape Breton Fiddlers Run half-marathon was given CPR after he collapsed. The man collapsed around 10 feet away from the finish line. With timely delivery of CPR during emergencies, it can help save lives by improving the chances of survival.
The runner seemed to stumble and eventually collapsed to the ground. A doctor and another medical personnel present on the site quickly ran to the man who was in his 40s or 50s. They started to perform CPR on the man. Others also helped including another doctor. At least 3 people administered CPR before the breathing of the man was restored around 15 minutes later.
After a while, the Emergency Health Services paramedics arrived on the scene and transported the man to a healthcare facility by ambulance.
Several people in the crowd including fellow runners were concerned about the man and relieved that he was breathing again. The timely actions of the bystanders when the man collapsed were crucial to his survival.
Importance of first aid training
Being prepared to help during emergencies is important. You can help save a life whether it is a family member, friend, work colleague, or even someone in need of help.
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is an essential life-saving technique that increases the chances of survival. Prompt delivery of CPR can help save a life.
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LEARN MORE
Learn how to help by enrolling in a first aid course and for more information, check out these sources:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cardiopulmonary_resuscitation
https://www.healthline.com/health/first-aid/cpr
https://www.webmd.com/first-aid/cardiopulmonary-resuscitation-cpr-treatment