Cardiac arrest remains a leading cause of death, with fatalities rising each year. In 2019, approximately 650,000 people died from cardiac arrest; by 2022, this number had increased to nearly 700,000 in the United States alone, highlighting the urgency of effective intervention. Many people want to help in these emergencies but are unsure of how to act.Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) is a critical life-saving technique that can make a significant difference in such cases. CPR is used when an individual is: Unconscious and unresponsive Not breathing or only gasping Lying on the groundIf you encounter someone in this condition, immediately start CPR and, if others are nearby, instruct someone to call emergency services. Before beginning CPR, confirm that the person is not breathing or conscious. If not, begin chest compressions.For traditional CPR:Administer 30 chest compressions.Provide 2 rescue breaths.Repeat this cycle until emergency personnel arrive.For "hands-only" CPR:Continue chest compressions without rescue breaths until help arrives.Learning CPR can empower you to act decisively and potentially save a life when every second counts.