As summer brings increased outdoor activity, New View Trainings SAFE FAMILY INITIATIVE is urging community members to prioritize CPR and First Aid education to help prevent and respond to seasonal injuries.
Emergency departments see a significant rise in incidents during the summer months, with up to 25% of annual ER visits occurring during this time and more than 40% of children’s injury-related visits happening between May and August. Outdoor recreation, water activities and travel all contribute to this seasonal spike.
Water safety remains a critical concern. Each year, the U.S. experiences over 4,000 unintentional drowning deaths, and drowning is the leading cause of death for children ages 1-4. Most incidents occur in residential settings such as home or backyard pools.
Medical emergencies also frequently happen at home. More than 70% of cardiac arrests occur in residential settings, and about 90% of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest victims do not survive without immediate help. However, performing CPR right away can double or triple a person’s chance of survival, making bystander action critical.
Despite widespread awareness, a gap remains between knowledge and action…only a fraction of people feel confident responding in an emergency.
The SAFE FAMILY INITIATIVE through New View Training aims to close that gap by equipping individuals, families and businesses with hands-on training in CPR and First Aid. Participants learn how to respond to cardiac arrest, water emergencies and common summer injuries. Skills that can save lives in the critical minutes before professional responders arrive.
For more information or to register, visit: newviewtraining.com and search for FAMILY CPR.