04/10/2026
Did you know women are up to 27% less likely to receive bystander CPR than men? Why is this?
🔸 Fear of causing harm
Many people worry about breaking ribs or causing injury.
🔸 Fear of legal consequences
Concerns about lawsuits or inappropriate contact often stop people from acting.
🔸 Lack of training exposure
Most CPR training is done on male manikins, leaving uncertainty about proper hand placement on a female chest.
So what can we do to change this?
🟢 Address the fears
Injury vs. death: Broken ribs can heal—cardiac arrest cannot wait. You only have once chance to save a life.
Good Samaritan Laws: Every state protects individuals who provide aid in good faith, including CPR.
🟢 Get trained
High-quality CPR training builds confidence and removes hesitation. Many programs now include manikins with female anatomy to better prepare responders for these kinds of situations.
🟢 Start the conversation
Awareness matters. The more we talk about this, the more lives we can save. Share this post. You could help someone act when it matters most—for a mother, daughter, sister, or friend.
Save lives like a pro. Register for a class at rgvcpr.com or call us at (956) 533-7975 for more information!
