Research from Duke University School of Medicine has revealed that women have a 14 percent lower probability of receiving life-saving treatment such as CPR during cardiac arrests compared to men. This study, which analyzed over 300,000 heart attacks in the U.S. from 2013 to 2019, highlights a troubling disparity in emergency response. Despite the critical nature of the situation, societal attitudes surrounding women's bodies, particularly their breasts, are reportedly causing hesitations in delivering necessary aid. LHL's Secretary General, Magne Wang Fredriksen, has emphasized that when a heart stops, the priority must always be saving lives without distractions related to physical appearances.

To address the barriers posed by these hesitations, training courses are changing their approach to CPR training. As feedback from participants indicates that uncertainty about how to assist women in cases of cardiac arrest due to clothing and bras is a common issue, the training now often includes the use of mannequins that wear bras. This initiative aims to boost confidence among trainees, ultimately leading to quicker and more decisive actions when it comes to providing life-saving care to women. By fostering a more inclusive learning environment, the hope is to reduce the gender disparity in emergency responses and ensure that all individuals receive timely and effective treatment, irrespective of gender-related biases.