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CHOKING

How to do the Heimlich Maneuver®

Instructions for performing the HM on adults, infants and yourself.

The Heimlich Papers on Choking

Scientific and medical research papers and other news resources supporting the Heimlich Manuever.

Aiding Choking Infants

Incorrect instructions for aiding choking infants are dangerous, and in some cases, still practiced.

How to save a Choking Pet

The Heimlich Maneuver is effective on pets choking on food or other objects.

Celebrities Saved by the Heimlich Maneuver

What do these celebrities have in common?


Heimlich Institute Honors RBS for Lifesaving Ad

Royal Bank of Scotland TV Spot Features Heimlich Maneuver in Making Point: Less Talk, More Action

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