About 325,000 Americans die each year from cardiac arrest. 

A potentially life-saving practice warrants more study, according to doctors who say they are intrigued by the idea of Cough CPR. Cough CPR involves a patient making the effort to cough at the onset of heart attack to maintain consciousness and call for help. Coughing focuses blood to the brain as the heart begins to fail, keeping patients awake. It may also rectify heart rhythm. 

Approximately 75% of heart attacks happen in the home, often when a patient is alone. The chance of survival increases if patients can stay conscious until circulation is restored or help arrives. 

Coughing to encourage circulation is not a new idea. Patients undergoing angiograms are often asked to cough forcefully to promote blood flow. It is important to know the signs of a heart attack, and if you witness one, to call 911 and administer CPR if necessary. At WNY MEDICAL, we are happy to help raise awareness about this and other ways that our community can stay healthy. We gladly provide you with services such as in-house heart (cardiac) workups, in-house pain management services, in-house equipment for lung capacity testing, and assistance with the prevention and treatment of diabetes, high blood pressure, and stroke. Located at 4979 Harlem Rd, we are currently taking new patients. 

Please call (716) 923 - 4380 for an appointment.