[English] CPR help on your mobile

[stephen at melbpc.org.au]

Hi all,

www.redcross.org.au/ourservices_acrossaustralia_firstaid_CPRdownload.htm   
 
Red Cross launches world first - CPR instructions, direct to your mobile. 
 
29 June 2008: The Red Cross today launches a world first in first aid -
CPR instructions downloaded to a mobile phone, at the touch of a button..

'This groundbreaking technology will literally put the ability to save a 
life in the hands of all Australians with a mobile phone' says Mr 
Tickner 'and while we know there is no substitute for an approved First 
Aid course, it will serve as a crucial prompt should the time arise when 
people are required to give CPR.'

The technology is a world first, and has been developed in conjunction 
with Multi-Ed medical, a Tasmanian medical education company. 

The launch will also be attended by Sherrie McDonald, whose child Abby was 
saved by a neighbour who knew First Aid. Sherrie believes 'this technology 
means that you can have a reminder of how to perform CPR properly, in your 
hands, all the time. It's a fantastic piece of information for people to 
have on their mobiles.'

To download the animation to your mobile phone: 
Visit the First Aid page on the website or text 'CPR' to 19 951 515. 

Media: Lachlan Quick  National Media Coordinator  lquick at redcross.org.au
http://1.redcross.org.au/?fuseaction=newsroom.latestnews&sub=533  

 
 ** CPR on your mobile telephone **

You see someone collapse and they need CPR. Do you remember what to do? 

In 3 easy steps you can download a cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) 
instructional animation to your mobile telephone to help refresh your CPR 
skills. 

Purchase on the internet

Step 1: Buy your $3 CPR download by clicking on the 'buy now' button to 
the right. 

Step 2: Enter your mobile telephone number and click submit.

Step 3: You will receive an SMS to your mobile telephone, containing a 
link to download the file.
  

Or purchase by SMS

Step 1: Text 'CPR' to 19 951 515 

Step 2: You will receive an SMS to your mobile telephone containing a link 
to download the file.

Step 3: Review your CPR animation regularly to make sure you know what to 
do in case of an emergency.

Once you've completed a first aid course the CPR download is a great way 
to keep your skills fresh. Buy a download now for $3 and ensure you always 
have the power to save a life in your hands.
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Cheers people
Stephen Loosley
Member, Victorian
Institute of Teaching