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PGIMER Empowers Citizens with CPR Training
15 Nov
Summary
- Program taught immediate bystander intervention for cardiac arrest.
- Training emphasized timely action to improve survival rates.
- Hands-on sessions practiced chest compressions on manikins.
In Panchkula, a crucial Basic Life Support (BLS) awareness program was recently conducted at Amartex Industries Ltd. Organized by the Chandigarh Citizen Foundation in partnership with PGIMER's anaesthesia department, the initiative aimed to empower the public with immediate life-saving skills.
The 75-minute session focused on practical responses for sudden cardiac arrest and collapses. Experts highlighted that prompt bystander intervention within the critical first ten minutes dramatically boosts survival rates. The program covered recognizing cardiac arrest, activating emergency services, and performing high-quality chest compressions.
Led by a PGIMER team, the training included demonstrations on chest compressions and the use of automated external defibrillators (AEDs). First aid for major trauma and fall prevention for the elderly were also discussed. The program culminated in a practical, hands-on session where attendees practiced chest compressions under expert supervision.
