Entries by Naomi Lum

Quick Recap of FAQ #1 : How do I save a life?

Previously, we shared with you 6 Frequently Asked Questions on CPR and the use of AED. Here is a quick recap of the 1st video on Frequently Asked Questions, on how should we respond when we see someone collapsed if we are not trained. Please share with or tag someone you know who might benefit […]

A Good Samaritan saves the life of a stranger by performing CPR.

Together with his brother-in-law, they were jogging around Canberra, Sembawang when suddenly his brother-in-law suffered from a cardiac arrest and collapsed. Thankfully, a passerby quickly stepped up and performed CPR until the paramedics arrived. And thanks to the Good Samaritan, the patient survived! A Shoutout to the Good Samaritan who attended this case! Thank you for stepping […]

Call 995 for Emergencies Only!

Remember only call 995 only for life and death emergencies. For small injury, please do not call 995 but call 1777 for a non-emergency ambulance. For more information as well as new e-learning resources about CPR and AED, download our free DARE- LEARN app now. #daretosaveaheart Source: Singapore Civil Defence Force For more information on the […]

HAPPY 55th BIRTHDAY SINGAPORE!!

HAPPY 55th BIRTHDAY SINGAPORE!! For more information as well as new e-learning resources about CPR and AED, download our free DARE- LEARN app now. #daretosaveaheart

Woman gave birth to their son after she saved her husband with CPR.

As Ashley Goette was almost ready to deliver her first child, she nudged her husband to wake up. However, when his only response was gasping for air, she quickly called an ambulance. After answering a few questions, the dispatcher realised that Andrew had suffered from a cardiac arrest and guide her through CPR until medical […]

Nurse awarded for saving 2 cardiac arrest victims.

Despite being pregnant in her third trimester and 3 months later during the confinement, Ms. Claudia immediately responded to 2 cardiac arrest cases after receiving a notification from the SCDF’s myResponder app. In both incidents, she performed CPR until help arrived. Thank you Ms Claudia for your quick thinking and stepping up to DARE to […]

CPR had saved his life when he had suffered from a cardiac arrest.

It was just an ordinary Saturday. Mike Pinkerton had called his local vet, Ms. Henrietta Linnemann, to pick up food for his cat, Chewie, when suddenly he suffered from a cardiac arrest and collapsed. Ms. Henrietta Linnemann quickly performed CPR on him until help arrived. So remember, CPR can help to save a life! Thank […]