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Why India's 9.8% Bystander CPR Rate is a National Emergency โ€” And What We Can Do About It

With 17.9 million lives lost to cardiovascular disease every year and India accounting for 25% of those deaths, the country faces a cardiac crisis that won't be solved by hospitals alone. We break down the data, the barriers and the path forward.

February 2026
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CPR Guide

The Complete Guide to Hands-Only CPR: What It Is, How to Do It & When to Use It

You don't need to be a doctor or nurse. Hands-only CPR is something every adult can learn in minutes โ€” and it genuinely saves lives. Here's everything you need to know.

Jan 2026 6 min
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AED Awareness

AEDs in India: Why We're So Far Behind โ€” and the Law That Must Change

Countries like Japan have AEDs every 100 metres in public spaces. India has almost none. We explore the regulatory landscape, the gap, and what forward-thinking organisations are doing about it.

Jan 2026 7 min
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Heart Health

The Warning Signs of a Heart Attack That Indians Most Commonly Miss

Not all heart attacks announce themselves with the dramatic chest-clutching we see on TV. South Asian populations experience atypical symptoms far more often โ€” and not knowing them costs lives.

Dec 2025 5 min
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Corporate Safety

Is CPR Training a Legal Requirement for Indian Employers? What HR Professionals Need to Know

The Factories Act, Shops & Establishments Act, and emerging Occupational Health & Safety norms all have implications for cardiac preparedness. We break down the legal landscape for Indian employers.

Dec 2025 9 min
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Psychology

Bystander Effect: Why Good People Do Nothing in Emergencies โ€” and How Training Overcomes It

The psychology of inaction in emergencies is well-documented. The Genovese Effect explains why crowds of people can watch a cardiac victim and not act. CPR training is the antidote.

Nov 2025 6 min
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Training Tips

CPR for Children and Infants: Key Differences Every Parent Should Know

Adult CPR techniques can harmโ€”not helpโ€”a child or infant in cardiac arrest. We explain the critical differences in depth, rate and technique for paediatric emergencies every parent must understand.

Nov 2025 5 min
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Prevention

Sudden Cardiac Arrest in Young Athletes: The Growing Crisis in Indian Sport

Seemingly healthy young sportspeople dying during training or competitions is not rare. We examine the causes and what sports bodies, schools and gyms must do now.

Oct 2025 7 min
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Research

How CPR Guidelines Have Changed โ€” and Why Your 2020 Training Needs a Refresh

The AHA updates its CPR guidelines regularly based on new evidence. Compressions-to-breaths ratios, depth, rate and emphasis on hands-only CPR have all evolved. Are you up to date?

Oct 2025 8 min
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Technology

Top 5 Cardiac Emergency Apps Every Indian Should Have on Their Phone

From locating the nearest AED to getting live CPR guidance from 108 dispatchers, these digital tools can mean the difference between life and death. Download them now โ€” before you need them.

Sep 2025 4 min
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