Red Cross Offers Hands-Only CPR
The American Red Cross organized a free hands-only CPR and first aid training to more than 100 El Pasoans as part of the Gabrielle Giffords Save-a-Life Saturday.
“The tragedy in Tucson is a reminder of how important it is for everyone to learn first aid and CPR,” Mark Matthys, executive director said. “As this tragic event unfolded, several bystanders knew these vital skills to help the victims including Congresswoman Giffords.”
The one-hour class included instruction in hands-only CPR, controlling external bleeding and managing shock.
The El Paso Red Cross will organize the free classes across the borderland. For more information, visit their website: www.redcrosselpaso.org.
