Tag Archives: Emergency Medical Services

Status of EMS in Pakistan

Pakistan is versatile and dynamic in many aspects. It is same with the EMS service in the country. Emergency medical services (EMS) in Pakistan are provided both by the government and private sector, with the latter being main a payment-for-service … Continue reading

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Heart Attack or Sudden Cardiac Arrest: How Are They Different?

Heart Attack or Sudden Cardiac Arrest: How Are They Different? People often use these terms interchangeably, but they are not synonyms. A heart attack is when blood flow to the heart is blocked, and sudden cardiac arrest is when the heart malfunctions and suddenly … Continue reading

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Emergency Treatment of Cardiac Arrest

Cardiac arrest can strike without warning. Do you suspect that someone is experiencing cardiac arrest? Here are the signs: Sudden loss of responsiveness The person doesn’t respond, even if you tap him or her hard on the shoulders, or ask loudly … Continue reading

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