In an effort to help promote Hands-Only CPR, Oneida County Executive Anthony Picente is encouraging county employees to take free CPR training classes being offered in conjunction with the County Health Department.

Training began today at the County Office Building.

Picente says the goal is to train all 1,500 county employees in Hands-Only CPR.

Other area employers interested in CPR Training for their employees can contact the local chapter of the American Heart Association.

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