An expert skier fresh out of medical school fell submerged into an icy river and became stuck for 80 minutes, with no pulse or respiration. Her accident led to a revelation about treating accidental hypothermia. Doctors did CPR continuously on a helicopter trip to the hospital and her blood was slowly warmed.
Mountain rescue, photo by Ketil Singstad; Thanks to Pam Guthrie for submitting the link!
Thanks for this miracle article! What a wonderful way to start my day.
This one must have slipped past us! very cool!