Free CPR demonstrations in Douglas

Thu, 05 Oct 2023

The Manx Care Resus Team and St John Ambulance will be holding free drop in sessions later this month to educate those who may not know how to give CPR, or may not be confident in their abilities a chance to improve.

The Manx Care Resus Team and St John Ambulance will be at the Strand Shopping Centre in Douglas between 10am and 4pm on October 14.  

The drop in session will consist of CPR demonstrations, answering any questions that the public may have, and giving people the opportunity to have a go themselves (with and without defibrillators).

Senior Nurse, Paul Ellis, who will be leading the event, said: “It is a known fact that over 70% of people are not confident to perform CPR, so the aim of this campaign is to raise awareness and to teach the public about its importance. In the UK, around 80% of cardiac arrests happen in the home, so your two hands really can help save a life.

"The workshop was well received last year and we encourage people of all ages to come along because you never know who may need it. I’ve seen instances where grandchildren have successfully got their grandparents onto the Resuscitation to Recovery pathway. The demonstrations will be short, but could help give someone a lifeline.”

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