Nana Patekar dies at 75: Understanding cardiac arrest, CPR and those crucial minutes

Veteran Bollywood actor Nana Patekar has passed away at the age of 75 due to cardiac arrest. Cardiac arrest occurs when the heart suddenly stops beating, leading to loss of consciousness and death if not treated immediately. CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) is a crucial technique used to keep the person alive until medical help arrives. In India, around 1.5 million people die annually due to cardiovascular diseases, making it one of the leading causes of death.