CPR stands for cardiopulmonary resuscitation. The procedure is provided to those whose heart suddenly stops beating and can no longer effectively pump blood through the body. Doing CPR artificially circulates blood to vital organs, which can sustain them until a defibrillator and advanced treatment is available.

Gives Peace of Mind- About 80 percent of sudden cardiac arrests happen in the home, so by knowing CPR you may be able to save the life of a family member or loved one.

Doubles Survival- Doing effective CPR immediately after someone suffers sudden cardiac arrest can double their chances for survival.

Helps Save Lives- Currently, the national survival rate from sudden cardiac arrest is about 5 percent. More lives would be saved if more people learned CPR and provided it immediately to victims of sudden cardiac arrest.