The Heimlich maneuver is a first-aid method recommended by most health organizations, which uses abdominal thrusts to dislodge an obstruction from a person’s windpipe. Mass General Brigham ...

When emergencies strike, every second counts. Whether it’s a heart attack, a car accident, or a child choking, the presence ...

the Heimlich maneuver is recommended by the American Heart Association Guidelines for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Emergency Cardiovascular Care as the first line of treatment for airway ...

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Thomas Conley, who was seated next to the choking student, realized what was happening and quickly wrapped his arms around the student and successfully performed the Heimlich maneuver.