Listen "The Choices I Made Determined My Husbands Survival: Kris’ Story (Part 1)"
Episode Synopsis
Do health care "miracles" actually exist? Or, are they the result of quick action and persistent advocacy? Kris and Dave, both 53, were enjoying their favorite TV show when Dave had a sudden cardiac arrest. Kris' choices - in that moment and during the next 2 months – determined Dave's fate.
Key Takeaway: Plan, Do, Act
Get CPR certified. Studies consistently show that people who live in communities with higher rates of CPR certification have higher rates of survival after out of hospital cardiac arrest.
Complete an Advanced Directive before you ever need one. In fact, everyone over the age of 18 should have one because bad things can unfortunately happen at any age.
Know your loved one's medical history and the medications they're on. It could save their life.
Links:
HospitalCompare: https://hospitalcompare.io/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/speakupforyourhealth
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/speakupforyourhealth
Key Takeaway: Plan, Do, Act
Get CPR certified. Studies consistently show that people who live in communities with higher rates of CPR certification have higher rates of survival after out of hospital cardiac arrest.
Complete an Advanced Directive before you ever need one. In fact, everyone over the age of 18 should have one because bad things can unfortunately happen at any age.
Know your loved one's medical history and the medications they're on. It could save their life.
Links:
HospitalCompare: https://hospitalcompare.io/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/speakupforyourhealth
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/speakupforyourhealth
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