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According to the American Red Cross, more than 10,000 people a year die from choking. Fortunately, CPR and choking relief are easy to learn and can make the difference between life and death.

For many children and families, summer means plenty of fun in the sun. Kids are out of school, hot dogs are on the grill and the drinks are cold. It's a time for fun but it's also a time of vastly increased energy room visits.

It’s no surprise that Dechoker’s revolutionary airway clearing device is getting attention. As sales have ramped up so have reported life saves from its device. In the past weekend, the Dechoker team was a buzz with 6 new life saves coming in just three days.

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Did you know that a choking death occurs every two hours?  Choking has long been one of the most common medical emergencies but recommended first-aid treatments have remained the same fordecades, and are not always effective. The Dechoker is a viable and effective alternative.

Dechoker, along with legendary soccer coach Vincente del Bosque, is driving growth and awareness by supplying their airway clearance devices to 200 soccer stadiums in Spain.

The process of manufacturing a life-saving device has sometimes been a long and arduous one. Through all of the ups and downs, Dechoker keeps bettering their product, and their team, from Quality and Risk Management to Marketing. they understand their role, and aspires to make the DeChoker the best globally compliant product it can be.

From Christmas tree tinsel to holiday treats and candies, we’ve got a list of choking hazards parents should know.

What’s the most dangerous item on the appetizer table? Learn our top tips for choking prevention at Thanksgiving right here!

Can the Dechoker anti-choking device be used to help first responders when a patient has a tracheostomy? An Ear, Nose, and Throat specialist weighs in.

With choking first aid, every situation is unique. A Dechoker medical expert explains whether the life-saving device can be used for partial airway obstruction, and what to do if a patient is unconscious.

Can the Dechoker anti-choking device alleviate worries for people with Eosinophilic Esophagitis (EoE)? A Dechoker medical expert weighs in.

Dr. Christopher Rumana, M.D., a board-certified neurological surgeon, discusses whether the Dechoker anti-choking device could cause a collapsed lung.

The Dechoker anti-choking device is gaining international attention, not just from parents and caregivers, but also from the medical community. A Florida neurological surgeon is the latest to speak to the device’s safety.

Learn about choking risks for kids playing sports and how our innovative anti-choking device can offer peace of mind.

Which candies should parents avoid and which are OK? Find out our tips here for preventing choking on candy and other treats!

Speed is crucial in a choking emergency. Here’s where to keep The Dechoker so it’s always on hand for quick first aid.

The Dechoker anti-choking device adds 30 more documented success cases as Spanish officials report results from nursing homes and other care facilities.

The Heimlich maneuver becomes harder and scarier when pregnancy is involved. Learn about our safe alternative.

The Dechoker team visited Ljubljana, Slovenia for the European Resuscitation Council’s congress, Resuscitation 2019.

Choking first aid is often effective but comes with risk of injury. Learn why a checkup afterward is important.

Learn where choking falls among parents’ top fears and what to do if you choke.

Check out five reasons seniors and families should consider The Dechoker before hitting the open road.

Planning a solo camping or hiking adventure? Learn why you should pack our choking first-aid device. This is Part 3 in our 3-part great outdoors series.

Learn our choking prevention and first-aid tips before you take a hike. This is Part 2 in our 3-part great outdoors series.

Learn why The Dechoker is an essential piece of choking first-aid gear as you head out camping this summer. This is Part 1 in our 3-part great outdoors series.

Learn why this beloved childhood food is so dangerous and how you can help your kids enjoy it safely.

Learn more about this traditional choking first-aid treatment and how to perform back blows effectively.

Learn what to watch out for if you think you may be developing dysphagia and why choking prevention efforts are crucial.

Learn about why this method is dangerous and how to perform better choking first-aid treatments.

Barbecues, beach trips and the kids out of school — summer choking risks are here. Check out our best prevention tips.

Does your kit need restocking? Do you know how to use everything? Let’s get proactive this Men’s Health Month!

Dads are getting more proactive about choking prevention and first aid. Learn how The Dechoker can ensure your family’s safety.

Elderly people are at a higher choking risk than most adults. Our innovative first-aid device can give your family peace of mind.

Is the staff expected to know choking first aid? Learn what’s legally required in restaurants in medical emergencies.

Say you’re out to dinner and someone starts choking. Learn the first-aid treatments and other steps you should take right away to save a life

Although choking is a relatively common emergency, most people aren’t prepared to deliver first aid. We look at the reasons behind that and The Dechoker as a possible solution.

Want to spread the word about choking prevention and first-aid
treatments like The Dechoker? Here’s how to start a campaign.

Learn about the different kinds of first responders and what choking first-aid certifications they have.

Learn what choking first-aid treatments to expect from EMTs and paramedics, and how The Dechoker anti-choking device could change the standard of choking care.

Who is trained to help choking victims on a cruise ship? Learn about the current standards and what we think should change.

Is the crew trained in choking first aid? Learn what happens when someone chokes while flying.

Learn how Down syndrome affects the ability to swallow and what caregivers can do to decrease the risk of choking.