Racial and Ethnic Differences in Bystander Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation for Opioid-Associated Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrests

This study investigates racial and ethnic disparities in bystander cardiopulmonary resuscitation (bCPR) among adults experiencing opioid-associated out-of-hospital cardiac arrests (OA-OHCA). The authors found that Black and Hispanic patients were significantly less likely to receive bCPR compared to White patients, while no significant differences were observed among other racial groups. The results highlight the need for targeted public health strategies to improve bCPR rates and reduce opioid overdose fatalities across diverse demographic groups.