Did you know February is American Heart Month—a perfect time to talk about CPR and early cardiac care?
When someone goes into sudden cardiac arrest, early CPR and fast use of an AED can DOUBLE or even TRIPLE survival rates. National standards show that high-quality CPR started before paramedics arrive is one of the single most important factors in saving a life.
That’s where YOU come in. Starting CPR immediately keeps oxygenated blood flowing to the brain and heart until advanced care arrives.
Manchester Fire Department Paramedics are trained and certified in:
– Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
– Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
We truly bring the emergency room to your door, but those first few minutes matter most—and bystander CPR makes all the difference. Here is a quick video on Hands-Only CPR
AEDs Save Lives
Manchester-by-the-Sea has public access AEDs located throughout town, ready to be used by anyone. AEDs are designed to be simple, safe, and effective, and they provide clear voice instructions to guide you every step of the way.
