BE A LIFE SAVER (YES, REALLY)

Research shows that one in five of us will at some point have the opportunity to save a life by giving CPR, but most of us are too scared to try. Here’s what to do…

“People always worry but it’s better to do something, rather than nothing”, says Dr Christian. “If somebody isn’t breathing or their heart has stopped, tell someone to call an ambulance, then start CPR. Don’t blow into their mouth, just do chest compressions. Get the heel of your hand on the breastbone and push down hard. It’s a big squish, about 5-6cm down. Do it to the rhythm of the Bee Gees’ Staying Alive. It’s knackering, so if you have someone else there, take turns until help arrives.”