This week we celebrate World First Aid Day. Saturday, September 14 will be a unique opportunity to stop for a moment and consider whether we are prepared to save the life of another person if necessary. Knowledge of first aid, and especially the ability to perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), is a key element that can decide the fate of the injured person.

Are you sure you know how to react in a crisis? This question poses to the audience podcast series WHAT DOES YOUR DOCTOR SAY, which devotes an entire series to topics related to first aid. Dr. Andrzej Nabzdyk, a specialist in emergency medicine, passionately shares his knowledge and experience in each episode, convincing us that every minute in a life-threatening situation matters.

Too often, we hold back from taking action, fearing that we will make a mistake. As Dr. Nabzdyk emphasizes, the key to a successful intervention is to overcome this fear. The expert discusses how to properly call for help, communicate effectively with dispatchers and cooperate with other people at the scene. Above all, however, he draws attention to how to perform CPR, which can save a life.

World First Aid Day is a great opportunity to refresh your memory on the basic principles of first aid. By listening to podcasts, you will not only gain theoretical foundations, but above all, you will learn how to control your nerves and act effectively in difficult moments. Each of us can become a hero - you just need to know how to react. Remember - any help, even the smallest, can save a life!