At HeartCert, we are passionate about providing individuals and healthcare professionals with the knowledge, education, training and skills to save a life in the event of a medical emergency.
In this blog, we highlight 8 amazing real-life CPR success stories that showcase the incredible life-saving power of this vital skill. Each story is a testament to how a few critical minutes and the right knowledge can transform a life and make all the difference. Get ready to be inspired and join us as we recognize the heroes and the miracles that unfold when CPR is put into action!
Real People. Real Lives Saved with CPR.
CPR and AED Saved Her Life at Work
Heather Baker was only 28 years old when she went into cardiac arrest at work. Thanks to the quick work of a colleague who had gone through CPR training just the month before and another coworker who promptly ran for their on-site AED, Heather’s life was saved. This story is an impactful reminder of how CPR training helps everyday people save lives.
Son Saves Dad’s Life Thanks to Bystander CPR
Cardiac arrest can happen anytime, anywhere. Jay Stone went from living his life normally to feeling unwell and collapsing at home. Fortunately, his teenage children acted quickly by calling 911 and performing CPR until help arrived. In this real-life story, CPR made all the difference. Learn to recognize the signs of cardiac arrest and be ready to take action.
Student Saved By CPR on A Mission
A high school student, who was saved by CPR as a child, has taken it upon themselves to make a difference. This inspiring individual is on a mission to deliver free CPR training to restaurants across Massachusetts, to help spread awareness and ensure that more lives can be saved in emergencies. It’s a heartfelt journey that highlights the power of giving back and the importance of preparedness.
11-Year-Old Girl Saves Dad’s Life Using CPR
Here is another inspiring CPR success story! See how an 11-year-old Girl Scout learned CPR and saved her dad’s life just days later. It’s a powerful reminder that anyone can learn CPR and anyone can find themselves in a position to save a life.
Staff Thought CPR Training Was a Waste of Time Until It Saved a Life
At a Detroit company, workers used to roll their eyes at the mandatory CPR classes, thinking they were “stupid” and a waste of time. But when a real-life emergency struck, those same classes turned out to be a lifesaver for one of their coworkers. Discover the incredible story behind this unexpected turn of events and how it changed their perspective forever.
Teachers Save Student Using CPR After a Classroom Accident
After a 12-year-old collided with another student in gym class, he fell to the ground and stopped breathing. School staff members quickly worked together to alert authorities and administer life-saving measures. See how they promptly performed CPR and used a defibrillator, successfully restoring the student’s heartbeat.
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6-Year-Old Saved From Cardiac Arrest on The Baseball Field
While playing in a baseball game, 6-year-old Oscar Stuebe was hit by a fly ball that sent him into cardiac arrest. Due to quick thinking and CPR from his mother, a registered nurse, his life was saved. This family wants their story to be shared in an effort to make sure parents have the knowledge, skills and equipment to keep their children safe.
Fitness Enthusiast Spreads Awareness After Being Saved by CPR
A fitness enthusiast and UFC gym owner had been lifting weights for years, but last year, while he was working out, he collapsed to the floor under full cardiac arrest. Fortunately, another man in the gym performed CPR until the ambulance arrived 12 minutes later.
Why Everyone Should Know CPR
We’ve looked at eight remarkable, real-life stories that showcase the life-saving power of CPR, but if you’re still contemplating the decision to learn CPR and obtain your CPR certification, here are several more reasons to not delay getting CPR certified.
CPR Saves Lives
CPR that is performed immediately after cardiac arrest can double or triple the chances of survival.
Hands-Only CPR is Easy to Learn
CPR is easy to learn; with HeartCert’s flexible training options, you can become certified in no time with our in-person training, online training or on-site kiosk training.
Learn more about what sets HeartCert apart.
Protect the People Around You
In most situations, CPR will be administered on someone you know. In fact, about 70% of out-of-hospital cardiac arrests happen at home. That means the life you may save is likely to be that of a friend, a coworker, or a loved one.
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Find a CPR Class Near You
At HeartCert, we are on a mission to give everyone the opportunity to learn CPR so they too can be an everyday hero if they ever find themselves in an emergency situation.
Don’t wait for a crisis to occur; sign up for one of our CPR classes today and take the first step towards being prepared to act when it counts the most!
HeartCert is your trusted training partner for CPR, ACLS, PALS, EMR, First Aid, CNA, IV, EKG and more, throughout the United States.Courses include CPR/AED/First Aid, Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Certified Nursing Assistant training, IV training, EKG training, babysitter basics and more. Courses and certifications from both the American Heart Association and American Red Cross are available. We offer virtual courses and certifications, in all 50 states as well as in-person classes at our headquarters, HeartCert CPR Eagan and major cities in Iowa, Illinois, Georgia, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Nebraska, Pennsylvania, Texas and Wisconsin.
