Think About It – Would You Give CPR To A Stranger in ‘Rona World?

It’s a question you have to ask yourself – if a complete stranger needed CPR (Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation) – would you do it? I mean, really think about it. You are about to put your mouth on a strangers mouth. You don’t know who they are, where they have been or what they may pass onto you – including ‘Rona. You may save their life. Would you pause? Would you stop to consider the repercussions?

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Most of us (I hope) would not think twice about it. I assume a majority of Yakimans would, cause we are good and decent people regardless of race color or belief.

A new study has given us a peek into our thought process into how we would react in our new Covid world. And it’s a little shocking. It show we are now less willing to give CPR on those in cardiac arrest out of fear they may unwittingly catch the virus.

Respondents were asked whether they would intervene if a stranger were dying in public, in our ‘Rona world. Compared to responses taken before the outbreak, 19.5% fewer people are currently willing to do mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.

Research shows of those who received CPR, they had a 45% chance of surviving a heart attack.

So are more people not wanting to engage in the process when needed? Is it fear? Fear of ‘Rona? I get the apprehension, but keep in mind, according The Center for Disease Control (CDC), have released the latest numbers.

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It’s a good reminder and we love ourselves some facts around here. Kids have over a 99% chance of surviving Corona. Adults up to age 60 have a 99% chance of recovery. 61 and older, a 96% chance of recovery. Those look like pretty good numbers to me – because they are.

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Lots of fear out there. The numbers don’t lie and they should not stop any of us from acting when needed. So God forbid, you find yourself in a situation where a medical emergency arises, do your soul a favor – do the right thing. Save a life.

All My Best,

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