Published: February 11, 2026
From Bystander to Lifesaver: Buffalo man honored after saving coworker’s life
American Heart Month event reinforces message “You Are the First Responder Until Help Arrives” by honoring lifesaver Gerald Breen with the HeartSaver Hero Award
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Michelle Roberts Buffalo Bills Megan Vargulick Heart Association Amanda Kirsch Jim Schroeder and Jerry Breen
From Left to Right: Michelle Roberts, Buffalo Bills, Megan Vargulick, American Heart Association, Amanda Kirsch, Jim Schroeder, Cardiac Arrest Survivor and Jerry Breen, HeartSaver Hero Award Recipient
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Michelle Roberts Buffalo Bills Megan Vargulick Heart Association Amanda Kirsch Jim Schroeder and Jerry Breen
From Left to Right: Michelle Roberts, Buffalo Bills, Megan Vargulick, American Heart Association, Amanda Kirsch, Jim Schroeder, Cardiac Arrest Survivor and Jerry Breen, HeartSaver Hero Award Recipient
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