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DYK that 22 (Taylor’s Version) has about 100 beats per minute, and that’s a good tempo for performing Hands-Only CPR. Happy birthday
@taylorswift13
! Thanks for helping lifesavers keep the beat. 🎉❤️
Commotio cordis is one of several causes of sudden cardiac arrest. It is caused by blunt force trauma to the left chest wall where the heart is located. Here’s what to know 👇
Bad Bunny’s “Titi Me Pregunto” can help you keep the beat and save a life with Hands-Only CPR. If you see a teen or adult suddenly collapse:
👉 Call 911
👉 Push hard and fast in the center of the chest at a rate of 100-120 beats per minute
#CPRwithHeart
#HeartMonth
@sanbenito
The lyrics might be heartbreaking but the beat could be heart-saving:
@TaylorSwift13
’s “You’re Losing Me” (From the Vault) has the right tempo for Hands-Only CPR.
If you see a teen or adult, collapse call 911, then push hard & fast in the center of the chest.
#NationofLifesavers
The original “Rockstar” just won at the VMAs, but the slower version is the one that can help you save a life with Hands-Only CPR.
If you see a teen or adult collapse, call 911 and push hard and fast in the center of the chest.
#Lisa
#LaLisa
#NationofLifesavers
#kpop
Doctor Favaloro developed a procedure known as CABG, which is performed on nearly 500,000 people each year, reducing the risk of heart attack and relieving chest pain.
@GoogleDoodles
Commotio cordis is a rare cause of cardiac arrest that starts with a blow to the chest in a precise spot at just the wrong time in the heartbeat. When it happens, CPR and an AED are the only ways to save someone’s life. Here’s what to know 👇
Special thank you to
@orangetheory
for supporting
#HeartMonth
. On Feb 16th they’re holding a special class that supports our mission to help the community live longer, stronger lives free from heart disease.
If you have heart disease or other chronic conditions, the best way to prevent
#COVID19
is to
#StayHome
.
Tell us in the replies how many days you’ve been sheltering in place. It’s day 17 for us!
In her first public act as first lady, Jackie Kennedy helped to boost awareness of congenital heart defects when she met with two “Heart Fund Sweethearts” in the White House.
#WomensHistoryMonth
One in five heart attack patients have a second one within five years. Know the signs of a heart attack and take these proactive steps to reduce your risk:
We’re runnin’ through the river, bouncin’ and dancin’ because
@Beyonce
’s music is helpin’ save lives. 💃🕺🙌
Remember, if you see a teen or adult collapse, call 911, then push hard & fast in the center of the chest to the beat of RIIVERDANCE.
#NationofLifesavers
#CowboyCarter
Oh my, my, my. “Boy with Luv” by
@bts_bighit
feat.
@halsey
could help you save a life with Hands-Only CPR. 💜
Join the
#NationofLifesavers
by learning the 2 easy steps: If a teen or adult collapses, call 911, then push hard & fast in the center of the chest.
Research shows Americans have more fatal heart attacks during the holiday season than any other time of the year. Know the signs and don't hesitate to call 9-1-1.
Wishing
@Chiefs
DT BJ Thompson a full recovery following his cardiac arrest during a team meeting earlier today.
We're grateful for the Chiefs' medical staff that responded quickly before an ambulance arrived.
Finding ways to manage stress will be important for your health over the coming days and weeks. Did you know staring at swimming fish reduces blood pressure and lowers heart rate? If you aren't lucky enough to have an aquarium, this one's for you!
Improve brain function throughout your life with just one simple act: Exercise! A good starting goal is at least 150 minutes a week, but if you don’t want to sweat the numbers, just
#MoveMore
!
The
@Panthers
are adding more lifesavers to the Charlotte community by certifying the entire staff in CPR + AED.
Those trained are empowered to act with confidence in the event of an emergency at work, home or in the community.
.
@kellymax28
is our American Heart MVP!
Starting tonight for
@OU_Softball
in the
#WCWS
, Kelly has been an advocate for CPR in schools, supporting our mission of being a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives.
Good luck tonight, Kelly ❤️🥎
Physical activity is one of the most effective ways to lower your chances of heart disease and leads to better brain health, sleep, memory and overall quality of life. Make every move count.
#MoveMore
#MondayMotivation
Do you know what to do in an emergency? This 2-minute video demonstrates Hands-Only CPR and using an AED.
There are two simple steps that can save a life:
1. Call 9-1-1, ask someone to get an AED, if available.
2. Push hard and fast in the center of the chest.
@espn
Knowing what to do in case of an emergency saves lives.
Cardiac arrest occurs when the heart malfunctions & stops beating unexpectedly. Call 911 & push hard & fast in the center of the chest until help arrives.
Is your blood pressure in a healthy or an unhealthy range? The best way to know is to get your blood pressure checked. Here are changes you can make to fight back against the silent killer:
High blood pressure doesn't always have obvious symptoms, but it can put you at greater risk for heart attack and stroke. May is National Blood Pressure Education Month, the perfect time to
#CheckIt
.
As with men, the most common heart attack symptom in women is chest pain or discomfort. But it’s important to note that women are more likely to experience the other common symptoms. Learn more at
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is considered any measurement at or above 130 systolic (top number) or 80 diastolic (bottom number).
@NBCNewAmsterdam
#NewAmsterdam
National Wear Red Day® is here! 🎉 Post your pictures using
#WearRedDay
and
#WearRedandGive
to show you're supporting the fight against heart disease and stroke!
This
#BlackHistoryMonth
, join is in recognizing the women and men whose lives and work inspire us and change lives. From doctors to poets, social justice warriors to explorers, here’s who we’re celebrating 🧵 👇
Hands-Only CPR is just as effective as traditional CPR with rescue breathing, and it's easy to perform. If you see a teen or adult suddenly collapse, call 911 and push hard and fast on the center of the chest.
Michigan's governor made the decision after state health officials said vaping among young people "constitutes a public health emergency."
#TobaccoEndgame
On International Women's Day, make it your mission to save a woman's life. Learn and share the signs of heart attack in women. Get the facts at
#IWD2019
A heart attack can happen unexpectedly, but it doesn’t take a Jedi to spot the symptoms. Call 9-1-1 at the first sign.
#StarWarsDay
#MayThe4thBeWithYou
When lack of sleep poses deadly risks: Getting less than six hours of sleep a night posed serious health risks to people with heart disease, diabetes and high blood pressure, a new study shows.
Be
#Fearless
because you know the 2 steps of Hands-Only CPR. If you see a teen or adult suddenly collapse, call 911, then push hard & fast in the center of the chest at a rate of 100-120 beats per minute.
#TSTheErasTour
@taylorswift13
It’s ture, la-la-la… ”Señorita” de
@camila_cabello
te puede ayudar salvar una vida con RCP solo con las manos. Si ves un adolescente o un adulto colapsar, llama al 911 y luego comprima fuerte y rápido en el centro del pecho a una frecuencia de 100-120 compresiones por minuto.
It’s a Good
@Mythical
Morning, friends! We’re thrilled Rhett and Link are now a part of our
#NationOfLifesavers
, learning Hands-Only CPR from our good friend JT Laybourne. 🥳️ Want to be a lifesaver too? Watch today’s Good Mythical MORE:
@Heart_Liive
Gotta save 'em all! Last month, eight content creators joined together to host a never-before-seen Pokémon Tournament, Hearts of Gold, raising a record amount for
@Heart_Liive
and bringing attention to heart health. Congratulations to the winners 🏆
@gameboyluke
and
@raidaway
.
Thursday? More like Thurs-YAY! Today kicks off Live Fierce Island Charity Stream-a-Thon. Join now through Sept 13 at . And join us for drag legend
@trixiemattel
's grand finale roundtable at 2 p.m. PT/4 p.m. CT on Sept. 13 at .
Cardiac arrest and heart attack are not the same! With cardiac arrest, a person's heart stops unexpectedly. Call 911 and start CPR by pushing hard & fast in the center of the chest.
#CPRwithHeart
#HeartMonth
Storm troopers may have terrible aim, but their CPR skills should be on target thanks to "The Imperial March." Darth Vader's theme song is 103 beats per minute, great for keeping time during CPR.
#starwarsday
#maythe4thbewithyou
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#WearRedDay
is tomorrow!
#WearRedandGive
in support of women's heart health: .
Learn the 2 steps of Hands-Only CPR and be a heart saver for your community:
👉 Call 911
👉 Push hard and fast in the center of the chest, using a song like "Don't Stop 'Til You Get Enough" to help you keep the beat.
#HeartMonth
#CPRwithHeart
#BlackHistoryMonth
How healthy is your heart? Looking at Life’s Essential 8™ can help you and your doctor know:
1️⃣ Diet
2️⃣ Physical activity
3️⃣ Smoking & vaping
4️⃣ Sleep
5️⃣ Body mass index
6️⃣ Cholesterol & triglycerides
7️⃣ Blood sugar levels
8️⃣ Blood pressure
#Myocarditis
is an inflammation of the heart muscle. In some cases it can lead to arrhythmia or heart failure. Symptoms include:
Chest pain 💥
Rapid heart rhythms 💓
Shortness of breath 💨 🚫
Swelling in your legs, ankles & feet 👣
Fatigue 😴
Shortness of breath, jaw pain, back pain, nausea, vomiting, flu-like symptoms: The signs of a heart attack in women may be more subtle, but they should not be ignored. via
@HuffPost
What a moment at TwitchCon! 🤩
Thank you
@Twitch
for a surprise $100,000 donation to
@Heart_Liive
! We are so, so grateful and will put this to good use creating a world of longer, healthier lives. ❤️
National Wear Red Day® is here! 🎉 Post your pictures using
#WearRedDay
and
#WearRedandGive
to show you're supporting the fight against heart disease and stroke!
#HeartMonth