Chicago is leading the country in 911 assisted bystander CPR, according to the Illinois Heart Rescue.

A near-drowning and rescue in Howard County is serving as a reminder of the importance of knowing CPR.

From panic to power: How a 911 dispatcher used CPR training to save man over the phone Family meets with first responder ...

According to the American Heart Association (AHA), only people with formal CPR training should perform rescue breathing. In many situations, chest compressions are adequate.

Beginning on February 14th, Rockbridge County Fire and Rescue will introduce PulsePoint, a free mobile app designed to alert CPR-trained citizens of nearby cardiac emergencies.

Chicago is leading the country in 911 assisted bystander CPR, according to the Illinois Heart Rescue.