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Gearing up for National Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month, Contest Focuses on Lifesaving Skills

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In recognition of National Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month (October), the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation has announced its 2009 Genesis Awards Reception, honoring the heroes of Rhinebeck (NY) High School who saved the life of Kaitlin Forbes when she suffered sudden cardiac arrest in 2005 at the age of 15. The event will take place at Hyde Park, 247 North Shore Drive, Pittsburgh, on Thursday, October 15 from 6:00­–8:00 pm. Event proceeds will support the mission of the Foundation, to raise awareness about sudden cardiac arrest and save lives.

Chuck Trimble was rooting for his beloved Cincinnati Reds when his heart unexpectedly stopped beating.

But Trimble was lucky. He suffered cardiac arrest Aug. 23 in front of 21,209 fans at PNC Park in Pittsburgh, including a nurse, an emergency medical technician and a doctor well-trained in CPR.

"I don't remember anything that happened, but I've been told that three strangers saved my life," said Trimble, 60, who lives in Corry.

Once a year, Trimble and his wife, Sharon, drive from Corry to Pittsburgh when the Reds visit to play the Pirates. This year, they took their 4-year-old grandson, Brant Xander.