Learning life-saving techniques
AdventHealth provided no-cost CPR training and certification to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ operations staff, a result of NFL player Damar Hamlin’s collapse during a January game due to cardiac arrest, according to a news release. Cardiac arrest is the leading medical cause of death in young athletes.
In addition to the team’s trained medical personnel, certification training was open to all members of the Buccaneers’ operations staff, including coaches, trainers and additional staffers who may be present during a medical emergency situation.
The CPR program provides hands-on training and instruction on how to recognize the signs of cardiac arrest, perform CPR, and use an automated external defibrillator (AED).
“We are thrilled to work with our valued partners at AdventHealth to provide all members of our football operations staff with the opportunity to participate in this critical training that could save a life someday,” said Brian Ford, chief operating officers for the Buccaneers, in the release.
“Player safety is always our top priority, and this type of additional certified training provides us with yet another level of preparedness should an emergency situation arise in the future,” said Ford.
Water safety education
Now that summer has begun, the Pasco Sheriff’s Office (PSO) encourages citizens to educate their friends and family on water safety. As the summer heat draws people toward pools, lakes and oceans, the threat of water-related incidents increases.
The PSO offers these suggestion to prevent water incidents:
- Learn to swim
- Know your swimming limitations
- Know the water conditions ahead of time
- Do not leave children unattended in or near water
- Keep a fully charged phone and first aid kit poolside
- Learn to perform CPR
- Don’t swim farther than or hold your breath longer than you are able to.
- Always swim with a buddy
- Complete a safety inspection on your boat
- Ensure your vessel has safety equipment, including life jackets and flares
- File a float plan before boating
Funding available to fight opioid addiction
The Pasco County Opioid Task Force is seeking applications for treatment, prevention and recovery programs aimed at serving people who are affected by the opioid crisis in Pasco County. The application period for funding has been extended through July 14. The funding available exceeds $8 million and can be used to provide opioid and substance-use disorder services in our community.
Applicants are required to watch a one of these two informational sessions before applying:
- Session 1: mypas.co/43WgoWJ
- Session 2: mypas.co/43WgFsJ
For more information, visit MyPas.co/AdvisoryBoardsCommittees.
