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Practising for the people we may actually meet: When you picture a CPR patient, who do you see? For many people, the answer may be shaped by the manikins they learned on: light-skinned, flat-chested and largely unmarked. But a person needing CPR might have dark skin, breasts, a bra, piercings, tattoos or other features that aren’t represented on the equipment a student has practised with. Those differences should never affect whether someone receives immediate, effective care. But they can...

Yes, it is possible to fail a first aid course. A Canadian Red Cross certificate confirms that you can demonstrate the required skills and knowledge to the expected standard. Simply attending the class does not guarantee certification. However, most people who participate, practise and accept feedback are successful. You do not need medical experience, perfect English or exceptional physical fitness. A good instructor will teach each skill, give you time to practise and help you correct...

Sign indicating the location of a defibrillator, mounted on a brick wall, marked with a heart and bolt symbol. An automated external defibrillator, or AED, can help restart the heart during some cardiac arrests. It is designed for the public to use and gives clear spoken instructions from the moment it is turned on. The difficult part is often not using the AED. It is finding one quickly. AEDs are available in more places than many people realize. They can be found in schools, gyms,...