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What is Melanoma

Melanoma is a tumor of melanin-forming cells. The malignant tumor is associated with skin cancer. Malignant melanoma can be very difficult to treat but treatment and an early diagnosis will increase the survival rate. Melanoma is the most dangerous type of skin cancer. The cancerous growths develop when unrepaired DNA causes damage to skin cells […]

Understanding and Coping with Dementia by Angela Richardson

Sometime you will hear an older person say I just had a senior moment, when they forget what they are about to say. I had a client that would go into her bedroom to get something and come back I forgot what I was looking for, but then later remember what she went into the […]

What is Asperger’s Syndrome by Debbie Gorman

One out of 300 births a year, a child is born with Asperger’s Syndrome. A form of Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), also categorized as Pervasive development disorder (PPD). At birth, there are no signs, symptoms, or tests that can be run to detect this disorder.  The signs do not begin to show until around the […]

Proper Use of Antibiotics and Their Misuse by James Bowman

Antibiotics were first discovered on the morning of September 3rd, 1928, by Professor Alexander Fleming.  Eighty-five years after this amazing discovery, antibiotics are still greatly misunderstood.  Much of the common public is still sadly mistaken about the proper use of antibiotics and when they are to be appropriately taken.  This has led to a great […]

Staphylococcus epidermidis | Microbiology Unknown Paper

MICROBIOLOGY UNKNOWN LAB REPORT Kayla Cook April 30, 2013 General Microbiology   INTRODUCTION Understanding and distinguishing microorganisms from one another is a necessary step when trying to recognize how they play a part in not only humans but in the world. By identifying a microorganism, a patient can be diagnosed and treated, an organism can […]

Common Causes of Cancer by Kody Johnson

Cancer is the second leading cause of death for all age groups. Men are more likely to develop cancer than women are. Fifty percent of men develop cancer over their lifetime as only one in three women do. The three most common cancers in men are prostate, colon, and Lung. The three most common in […]

What are Migraine Headaches by Nick Kaiser

Migraines are a very severe type of headache that can last for hours or even days and are commonly accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light, smell, and noise.  They occur when blood vessels in the brain expand and constrict while releasing chemicals, such as serotonin, which makes the pulsation painful.  It is estimated […]

What is ADHD by Kelly Lange

My health topic of interest is ADHD.  Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder.  My daughter was recently diagnosed with this childhood behavioral disorder and I thought this would be a good way for me to understand the disorder better as well.  ADHD is primarily diagnosed early in childhood and can carry out into adulthood. The main symptoms […]

What is BLS CPR? | Nashville, TN | CPR for Healthcare Providers

What is BLS CPR? This is a common question among nursing students, dental hygiene students, medical students, physical therapy program students, and any other student entering a healthcare related college program. BLS stands for Basic Life Support. BLS, Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers, is a specialized CPR class for medical professionals. For example, if […]

BLS Class, Nashville – Managing Respiratory Arrest

The statistics surrounding heart disease are alarming, however, looking at the statistics of people who suffer from Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (chronic bronchitis and emphysema), Sleep Apnea, and asthma is just as scary. In 2007 there were 13.1 million Americans who had been diagnosed with COPD. In 2010 the money spent on medical care and […]

Yes, we are your local American Heart Association training site. We offer in-person classes, skills checks, and blended online learning.

*IMPORTANT NOTE: 100% of CPR Nashville instructors have entirely completed (1) the rigorous and official American Heart Association instructor training and certification process, and (2) the “How to Teach a Stress-Free CPR Class™” classroom and testing training protocol that ensures a superior experience for everyone. In addition, students will receive their AHA Cards the day of class!

[WARNING]: Because of the high quality, stress-free classroom student experience, our classes fill very fast – so register now to ensure your spot. See our course calendar for online registration or contact us directly by phone, live chat or email with questions.