Early Times Report
Jammu, Sept 28: To equip National Cadet Corps (NCC) cadets with Basic Life Support (BLS) knowledge and skills to handle critical cases in the future, Apollo Foundation conducted a training session to highlight the necessity to the cadets. BSL consists of a series of medical procedures which are provided to patients in the life threatening situation and types of medical care required to sustain someone's life until they can receive more advanced care. The event witnessed the participation of 1600 cadets where they were given hands on training. Demonstration session was followed by a pledge taking ceremony to carry forward the noble cause of heart health. In the last 7 years, over 10,000 cadets have received the demo training owing to the association of Apollo foundation with the National Cadet Corps. Considering the importance of pre-hospitalization, it is necessary to acquire the knowledge and skills through education, adequate practice and good supervision. Sending the message on the occasion, Upasna Kamineni Konidela, Vice Chairperson - CSR, Apollo Hospitals said, "Accidents and cardiac arrests account for the majority of emergencies, just as they often come with grave consequences. Immediate action, proper skills, and most importantly, basic life support (BLS) knowledge is usually required to handle emergencies. |