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Yahoo
4 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
June marks CPR and AED Awareness Month
(WKBN) — June is CPR and AED awareness month. If you don't know CRP, now is a good time to learn, because emergencies can happen at any time. Some people may feel scared to help during an emergency, but not helping can be worse. First, check the person's pulse and see if they are breathing. If they aren't, start CPR right away. It's recommended to push hard and fast with 100 to 120 chest compressions per minute. You don't need to do mouth-to-mouth breathing. Dr. Nicholas Ruthmann, a cardiologist from the Cleveland Clinic, says if there's an AED, you should use it. 'There's incredible data that delays in CPR will actually change the outcome quite considerably for a patient, and conversely, if you can intervene within those first few minutes, even, the chances of that patient actually having a survival skyrocket,' Ruthmann said. Reports show most cardiac arrests happen at home, which is why Ruthmann says it's very important to know CPR. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
07-02-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
2 Your Health: How Super Bowl stress can affect your heart
Super Bowl Sunday is almost here, and football fans are gearing up for the big game. But all the ups and downs that come with cheering on your favorite team can take a toll on the heart. 'The reason is that the emotional stress of watching the game can trigger surges of adrenaline. In turn, this can elevate blood pressure, increase your heart rate, and even provoke dangerous heart rhythms–particularly in those with an underlying cardiovascular disease,' explained Nicholas Ruthmann, MD, a cardiologist. Dr. Ruthmann said it's well-documented that major sporting events can increase the risk of heart attacks. Along with the game-day stress, what we eat and drink can also contribute to this increased risk. That's because enjoying too many of those tasty Super Bowl treats and cocktails can put even more strain on the heart. When it comes to reducing your risk, Dr. Ruthmann said moderation is key and even recommends taking a break from the game if you get too stressed out. Above all, it's important to get medical help right away if you're having symptoms of a heart attack. 'Don't wait for the fourth quarter if you're having signs or symptoms of a heart attack. Pay attention to what's happening with your body during the event and seek medical care quickly,' Dr. Ruthmann said. Although those with underlying health conditions are at a higher risk, Dr. Ruthmann said anyone can experience a heart attack and stresses not to ignore any sort of chest pain or shortness of breath. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
