Every second counts when someone collapses from cardiac arrest. More than 350,000 cardiac arrests occur outside hospitals in the United States each year, and tragically, 90% prove fatal. The difference between life and death often comes down to immediate action. No-breath CPR, also known as hands-only CPR or compression-only CPR, is transforming how ordinary people respond to emergencies. This life-saving technique has helped more bystanders take action by removing the barrier of mouth-to-mouth breathing. What Is No-Breath CPR? No-breath CPR is an emergency response technique that focuses exclusively on chest compressions without rescue breaths. The American Heart Association endorsed this simplified approach in 2008 to encourage more people to act quickly during cardiac emergencies. When a teen or adult suddenly collapses from cardiac arrest, their lungs and blood contain enough oxygen to keep vital organs functioning for several minutes. High-quality chest compressions pump thi...