Automatic external defibrillators are becoming widely used in many walks of life, including supermarkets and airports. Automatic external defibrillators provide an essential part of the chain of life ...

Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and defibrillation are crucial life-saving techniques that can greatly influence survival rates during emergencies involving sudden cardiac arrest (SCA). The ...

A cardiac arrest is the ultimate medical emergency – where the heart suddenly stops beating. Early defibrillation within 3–5 min of collapse can increase survival rates by 50-70%, yet research shows ...

Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is a leading cause of death in the United States, accounting for an estimated 325,000 deaths each year. SCA kills 1,000 people a day or one person every two minutes. It is ...

Prompt Defibrillation via an AED saves another Qld life. Recent cardiac arrest survivor's ordeal underscores the life-saving potential of AEDs and CPR training in workplaces, says Brisbane first aid ...

STOCKTON - The American Red Cross will train up to 700 San Joaquin County residents in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and automated external defibrillation March 5. Residents are encouraged to attend ...

While people who work out at health clubs tend to focus on things like calorie burning, they should also look out for signs of trouble, such as dehydration and even cardiac arrest, health experts say.

Davie’s Fire Rescue Department recently brought its Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation/ Automated External Defibrillation Training Program to the Signature Grand. Davie firefighter/paramedic Al Lawrence ...