Why it's important to keep up your first aider and CPR training
A former schoolmate posted this on Facebook - a poignant reminder about keeping current with your first aider and CPR skills.
There are certain moments in life that most of us will never experience. And in most cases, that's a good thing. Until last night, I had never held another human being as they took their last breath. It was the strangest mix of emotions and feelings---immense fear, anxiety, a sliver of hope for a miracle, anger, frustration, ignorance, and pure, unequivocal sadness and grief---but there was also an incredible sense of honor to be with that person as they left this earth. Yet I was consumed with tremendous guilt and an overwhelming sense of responsibility. Once I realized the gravity of the situation, I desperately tried to save his life as my mind went blank trying to remember the proper CPR procedures. As I proceeded with flawed chest compressions and inept MTM resuscitation attempts, I felt more helpless and ill-prepared than at any other time in recent memory. Fortunately, I had a calm and collected voice of experience and reason on the phone with 911 Emergency, who carefully coached me through each compression and breath before the paramedics arrived (to her, I offer immense thanks). I post this as a reminder to everyone to take stock of your CPR ability. It would be wise to retake the class every couple of years. I have no idea if being more confident in my CPR efforts would have made a difference for my friend, but I certainly wish I had brushed up on my training--if only for my own peace of mind. If you have never taken CPR training, please do so. You never know when you might find yourself in a situation similar to the one I was in last night. Unfortunately, my dear friend could not be revived, and I will have to deal with the guilt I have placed on myself. But I am still so incredibly honored to have been with him during those final moments, and to be able to hold him as he began his next adventure. Please...don't just read my advice. Heed my advice. It was a joy to know you, TJ, and a true privilege to call you my friend. Love you always."
Poll: Do you think NZ should ban social media for youth?
The Australian Prime Minister has expressed plans to ban social media use for children.
This would make it illegal for under 16-year-olds to have accounts on platforms including TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.
Social media platforms would be tasked with ensuring children have no access (under-age children and their parents wouldn’t be penalised for breaching the age limit)
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Do you think NZ should follow suit? Vote in our poll and share your thoughts below.
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84.6% Yes
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13.9% No
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Auckland Transport is dropping the Mt Eden/Epsom/southern area from the OuterLink bus route as from Sunday 17 November 2024.
If your bus trip is impacted by this change in the OuterLink bus route (eg, if you have to catch a different bus or if you have to interchange buses once or twice) and you are not sure what to do, we urge you to catch your new bus (or buses) on Sunday 17 November, Monday 18 November and Tuesday 19 November.
This is because Auckland Transport will have Ambassadors out and about on those THREE days to help people with their new bus journeys! (AT may then have ambassadors out for an extra day or two, but this will depend on perceived need).
You can already plan your new journey on the Auckland Transport web site. The Journey Planner tool has been updated (but make sure you input a date from 17 November onwards). Or you can contact Auckland Transport with any enquiries as you would usually do, eg, phone 09 366 6400 or live chat at at.govt.nz... etc.
The Mt Eden Village Business Association knows that the southern half of the OuterLink bus route is heavily used by school children, the elderly, people for whom English is a second language, and other vulnerable groups. So, if you do see anyone who is confused by these changes, please be as helpful as you can. Thank you!
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