04/12/2026
This is WHY, every class used female manikins! We have to reverse this unnecessary healthcare disparity! Might this be slightly embarrassing in class? Yes, it might be. Better to get over that embarrassment in class, so you can help your boss, daughter, or neighbor when time is of the essence!
It’s time to talk about the "gender gap" in lifesaving. 🚑🩺
Did you know that women are statistically less likely than men to receive CPR from a bystander in public? It’s a heartbreaking reality, but Devon Air Ambulance is working to change that by introducing female medical manikins into their training sessions. 📉🛑
The hesitation often comes from a place of fear - specifically the fear of "inappropriate contact" or the uncertainty of exposing a woman’s chest in a crowded place like a supermarket. But as operations manager Rhiannon Roderick puts it: "Doing something is always better than doing nothing." 🗣️🙌
These new manikins are designed to normalize the female anatomy in emergency scenarios, teaching people exactly how to handle dignity and respect while still acting fast. The charity even shared a vital pro-tip: when removing a bra for defibrillation, snip down the side rather than the middle to avoid the underwire! ✂️👙
Every second counts in a cardiac arrest. By practicing on manikins that look like us, we’re removing the stigma and giving everyone the confidence to save a life without hesitation. 🏛️💖
