To start out with, I would like to thank all of my patrons who have stayed with American CPR & Safety, Inc. through these many years.  I would also like to thank the many new patrons aboard!  It’s an exciting adventure when you’re learning from professionals that have actually ‘Been there, done that!’, as Tom from New Brighton stated to our instructor at his Healthcare Professional course. 

Our company has been blessed with great instructors that have given many an hour on the road to visit with new customers.  I’d like to give a Big thank you to them also.

Our subjects for this month are interesting Tid Bits

Number one:

I took this from an article to share with you all!

 I have heard that for some seniors there is a risk of stroke in getting their hair washed at a beauty salon because of the way people need to lean back in order for their hair to be washed. Is this true and if so what can be done to avoid this?

A: Salon-stroke syndrome does exist. It comes as a result of the stress upon arteries in the neck that go to the brain. If pinched or kinked, clots can develop. It is an alarming situation, as many people are unaware that having their hair done is a risk for stroke. However, it is an extremely rare event. For the record, though, tilting the head back is not a good idea for anybody.

Salon-stroke syndrome usually occurs in older women, especially those with cervical arthritis.  It has been recommended that older people with arthritis in their neck avoid having their hair washed at an angle in which they need to lean back more than 15 to 20 degrees. Instead, they can lean forward over the sink.

Number Two:

Did you know that you can suture a scalp laceration with hair?  Take our First aid course and find out how,  AND..if you are a Wilderness lover, take our Wilderness first aid.  There’s all sorts of tricks!

Number Three:

You can learn how to use an Epi-pen in a First Aid class?  That’s right, if you know anyone that carries an Epi-pen, you can learn how to help them in an emergency.  They can only helped with this prescription pen.  Learn what the signs/symptoms are for use and how to handle one!

Number Four:

Did you know that in 1891 Dr. Friedrich Maass performed the first equivocally documented chest compression in humans??  We’ve come a long way since then!  Sign up for one of our classes and see just how easy saving a life can be.

If you should have something you would like to share to help others gain some insight and knowledge, write to me in the comments section.

Till then, stay safe and happy,

Shannon Madden

Education Coordinator