Punta Gorda, FL - Charlotte County Public Safety hosted a CPR Heart saver and Stop the Bleed training session for employees from several county departments.

Participants learned how to recognize medical emergencies, perform CPR, and control life-threatening bleeding. The training emphasized the importance of taking immediate action during cardiac arrest, when early CPR can help maintain blood flow to the brain and vital organs until emergency responders arrive.

The session provided county employees with practical lifesaving skills that can be used in emergencies, strengthening their ability to respond effectively before professional help reaches the scene.