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Been meaning to take CPR training, but never follow through? National CPR and AED Awareness Week could be just what you need.
Why it matters: Nearly three-fourths of cardiac arrest incidents outside hospitals happen in homes, per the American Heart Association (AHA).
Between the lines: Performing CPR soon enough could double or triple a person's chance of surviving cardiac arrest, according to the AHA.
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The intrigue: "Pink Pony Club" by Chappell Roan is an ideal song to sing mentally to keep pace while performing compressions during CPR.
Go deeper: The PulsePoint app for Google or Apple shows nearby AEDs and offers in-the-moment tutorials.