
CPR in Space: How Do Astronauts Perform It Without Gravity?
CPR in Space: How Do Astronauts Perform It Without Gravity? CPR is tough enough on Earth. Now, imagine performing it in space—where there’s no gravity,

Cough CPR: Can You Really Save Yourself from a Heart Attack?
Cough CPR: Can You Really Save Yourself from a Heart Attack? You’ve probably seen the claim before. Someone says, “If you’re having a heart attack

How Long Can a Human Go Without a Heartbeat Before It’s Too Late?
How Long Can a Human Go Without a Heartbeat Before It’s Too Late? No heartbeat. No breathing. No signs of life. Most people assume that

Surviving a Lightning Strike: First Aid for the 90% Who Live
Surviving a Lightning Strike: First Aid for the 90% Who Live A lightning strike is one of the most terrifying and powerful forces of nature.

What to Do If You Are Alone and Choking
What to Do If You Are Alone and Choking Choking is terrifying. It happens fast. One second, you’re eating or drinking. The next, you can’t

Lazarus Syndrome: When the “Dead” Come Back to Life
Lazarus Syndrome: When the “Dead” Come Back to Life Imagine this. A person suffers a cardiac arrest. CPR begins. After several intense minutes, doctors stop.