All articles tagged with #antichoking devices
The article discusses the rising risk of choking among elderly Americans, the potential of new antichoking devices like LifeVac and Dechoker to save lives, and the need for more research to establish their safety and effectiveness, while emphasizing traditional methods like back slaps and Heimlich maneuver as primary responses.
Choking is a significant risk for elderly Americans, causing over 4,100 deaths annually, prompting the marketing of antichoking devices like LifeVac and Dechoker. While these devices are intended to help when traditional methods like back slaps and Heimlich maneuver are not feasible, their safety and effectiveness are not yet well-established, and more research is needed to determine their true benefit.