Take Me To Post Comment Form Each year, roughly one million people in the United States suffer from Sudden Cardiac Arrest – almost half will die as a result. Being able to perform CPR or use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) early on is crucial in preventing brain damage and will greatly increase a victim’s odds for survival.

The American Red Cross advises that being able to administer first aid and CPR/AED during the first few minutes of a medical emergency is crucial to the survival and recovery of a victim. Having these skills allows you to become a vital first responder when help is needed.

“The Red Cross wants the public to know that everyone has the power to save a life. At least one person in every household and on every office floor should be trained and certified in first aid and CPR/AED", says Elizabeth Lanuza, Health and Safety Director of Bulloch Red Cross. “On average, it takes emergency personnel 12 minutes to arrive on scene. For someone who is choking or has stopped breathing that may be too late. By learning simple rescue skills, you can go from a helpless bystander to a person with the ability to take control help someone during an emergency."

First aid and CPR/AED are commonly taught to everyday people who may be the only ones able to respond during the crucial first few minutes of an accident or medical emergency. Nearly everyone is capable of learning and becoming certified in first aid and CPR/AED.

Your Bulloch American Red Cross offers CPR/AED/First Aid Training every month to the community. This month's training courses will be held on Saturday, October 11th with Adult CPR/AED Training from 9am-12pm; Child/Infant CPR from 1pm-3pm; and Standard First Aid from 3pm-5pm. The cost of the courses is as follows: One Class is $30.00; Two Classes is $40.00 and all Three Classes is $50.00. Pre-payment is required in order to registar and is due by Wednesday, October 8th by 5pm. Please contact Elizabeth Lanuza at 764-4468 for more information. You too can have the power to save a life!!