Ennis Doctor Calls For Basic Life Support Training

On Wednesday's Morning Focus, Pat Flynn was joined by Ennis Doctor, Dr. Carly Lewis. Carly helped save a life of a hurling fan after he collapsed in a busy Dublin train station. She performed CPR on the man in his 70's after discovering he had no pulse. Carly is calling for basic life support training to be made available to everyone. Carly discussed the frightening situation she had been involved in and highlighted how long it took for anyone with any life support training to help her. She emphasised the need for basic life support training and explained that it saves lives. Carly also provided some advice for listeners in case they are ever involved in a serious medical emergency.