Women Are Less Likely to Receive Bystander CPR

Bystanders are the key to survival of individuals experiencing sudden cardiac arrest. The prompt administration of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED) significantly increases the victim’s chance of survival. However, research reveals a troubling trend: women are less likely to receive bystander CPR. Why are women less likely to […]