The Defib Centre

Warning signs of Sudden Cardiac arrest

2011-09-05T06:50:00.001-07:00

http://www.jeffersonhospital.org/The-Daily-Dose/2011/September/sudden-cardiac-death-in-young-athletes.aspx

Always useful to be reminded of the simple signs that should set the alarm bells ringing and instigate further investigation.

Football club poised to buy AED`s when one of their players suffers comotio cordis

2011-08-22T06:48:00.000-07:00

http://www.smh.com.au/sport/junior-footballer-on-life-support-after-chest-knock-triggers-heart-attack-20110822-1j5d2.html

2011-08-02T06:24:00.000-07:00

HeartSine shortlisted for UK National Business awards 2011!

We are extremely proud to announce that HeartSine Technologies, for whom we are the main UK distributors have been shortlisted for the UK National Business Awards 2011.

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/finance/yourbusiness/national-business-awards/8675693/Companies-do-battle-for-business-Oscars.html

This is a testament to the innovation and technology found in their products, particularly the HeartSine Samaritan 500P automated external defibrillator (AED) which, with its CPR monitoring and feedback capability is unique in the current AED market. See link for more details:

http://www.thedefibcentre.co.uk/shop/product.php?productid=3&cat=1&page=1

Newsroom article, ILM courses include Leadership Training, Management Training, Career Development, Skills Development, Strategic Leadership & Vocational Qualifications

2011-04-13T06:33:00.000-07:00

An interesting bit of reasearch that suggests one in five office workers know someone who has had a heart attack and that 66% of employees think their employers should have an AED when less than 30 % of companies actually do have an AED. Newsroom article, ILM courses include Leadership Training, Management Training, Career Development, Skills Development, Strategic Leadership & Vocational Qualifications

BBC News - St John Ambulance on how to use a defibrillator

2011-04-11T08:29:00.000-07:00

BBC News - St John Ambulance on how to use a defibrillator On the tv this morning and well worth watching!

BBC NEWS | Health | Work stress 'increases heart attack risk'

2011-04-05T06:20:00.000-07:00

BBC NEWS Health Work stress 'increases heart attack risk' 65% increase in the chance of a heart attack!! This is why every office should have an AED close by!

Councillors turn down 'idiot-proof' defibrillator - in case they are sued if patient dies | Mail Online

2011-03-25T09:04:00.000-07:00

How absolutely ridiculous, no one has ever been sued for using an AED and this Council are more likely to be litigated against if someone has a cardiac arrest and they turned one down!

Councillors turn down 'idiot-proof' defibrillator - in case they are sued if patient dies Mail Online

iafrica.com | health | health news | Sex puts strain on heart

2011-03-24T09:06:00.000-07:00

iafrica.com health health news Sex puts strain on heart

I guess everyone knew this but increasing the risk of a heart attack by 2.7 times? This is why HeartSine AED`s can be found in Swiss brothels, what forward thinking prostitutes there are in Switzerland.

Simply Watching a CPR Video Might Save Lives - US News and World Report

2011-03-09T08:07:00.000-08:00

Simply Watching a CPR Video Might Save Lives - US News and World Report I love the idea that showing a short 60 second video clip can give people the confidence to help save the life of someone suffering a heart attack.

Simply Watching a CPR Video Might Save Lives - US News and World Report

2011-03-09T08:05:00.000-08:00

Simply Watching a CPR Video Might Save Lives - US News and World Report I love the idea that a short 60 second message can give people the confidence to help try and save a life when someone suffers a heart attack.

AEM: Most people unwilling to use automated external defibrillators

2011-03-01T05:37:00.000-08:00

AEM: Most people unwilling to use automated external defibrillators

Sad reading considering greater awareness will potentially save lives! There needs to be a publicity campaign advocating AED use and CPR .

Cycling Through Congested Road May Lead To Sudden Heart Attack | TopNews United States

2011-02-28T06:29:00.000-08:00

Cycling Through Congested Road May Lead To Sudden Heart Attack TopNews United States

And I thought cycing was 100% good for you!

The DIY shock treatment that can kick-start a stopped heart | Mail Online

2011-02-23T05:35:00.000-08:00

The DIY shock treatment that can kick-start a stopped heart Mail Online George Bests younger brother survived a cardiac arrest because the hotel he was staying in had and AED.

The Republic - Medical: Lives could be saved if more people learn to use defibrillators

2011-02-17T09:05:00.000-08:00

The Republic - Medical: Lives could be saved if more people learn to use defibrillators

Some useful but sad statistics, an alarmingly low number of people interviewed knew what an AED was and were prepared to use it....... only about 28%. There really needs to be a National programme of CPR application and AED use.

Leigh Vinocur, M.D.: Sudden Cardiac Arrest Kills Too Many Young Athletes

2011-02-14T05:50:00.000-08:00

Leigh Vinocur, M.D.: Sudden Cardiac Arrest Kills Too Many Young Athletes

With screening available for less than £50 per student surely doing an ECG and identifying the risk of cardiac anomalies is a no brainer?

Goytre man back at bingo after heart attack (From South Wales Argus)

2011-02-01T05:31:00.000-08:00

Goytre man back at bingo after heart attack (From South Wales Argus)

AED`s saving lives in bingo halls........................... fantastic!!

Study: A sports loss can influence heart health - USATODAY.com

2011-02-01T05:26:00.000-08:00

Study: A sports loss can influence heart health - USATODAY.com

There is a higher incidence of heart attacks associated with your sports team losing! Surprisingly more so in women!! Perhaps its the men getting angry with their partners?

Scientists unlock the 'gates' on sudden cardiac death (w/ Video)

2011-01-30T06:41:00.000-08:00

Scientists unlock the 'gates' on sudden cardiac death (w/ Video) An interesting video which offers some insight and identifies risky drugs!

Public defibrillators reduce cardiac deaths | abc7.com

2011-01-27T05:52:00.000-08:00

Public defibrillators reduce cardiac deaths abc7.com

A complete story telling why AED`s are so valuable, especially in public places.

Boy's heart stops at school, survival "miraculous" | kvue.com | KVUE News | Austin, TX | Breaking News

2011-01-22T08:51:00.000-08:00

Boy's heart stops at school, survival "miraculous" kvue.com KVUE News Austin, TX Breaking News

BBC - A redundant village phone box gets a defibrillator

2011-01-22T08:45:00.000-08:00

BBC - A redundant village phone box gets a defibrillator

I have asked BT to help us place our AED`s in other kiosks!

New Bill Would Mandate CPR Training For High School Grads - WABI TV5

2011-01-19T06:28:00.000-08:00

New Bill Would Mandate CPR Training For High School Grads - WABI TV5

I would love for this to be mandatory in the UK.............................. if only!!!

Linden Foods and HeartSine reveal £12m investment plans - The Irish Times - Fri, Jan 14, 2011

2011-01-14T07:24:00.000-08:00

Fantastic News. If only the Uk government would make the same investment in making AED`s available!!!

Linden Foods and HeartSine reveal £12m investment plans - The Irish Times - Fri, Jan 14, 2011

High school students should learn CPR, American Heart Assn. says - latimes.com

2011-01-12T07:30:00.000-08:00

High school students should learn CPR, American Heart Assn. says - latimes.com

Absolutely and here in the UK too. Any social philanthropists want to help fund it?

After freak accidents, parents renew call for school defibrillators - CNN.com

2011-01-05T05:47:00.000-08:00

After freak accidents, parents renew call for school defibrillators - CNN.com

Another victim of commotio cordis, a direct blow to the chest at the wrong time and place in the heart cycle. An AED might have saved him!

Boy fights for life after hockey puck hits him in chest stopping his heart | Mail Online

2010-12-23T09:15:00.000-08:00

Boy fights for life after hockey puck hits him in chest stopping his heart Mail Online
Commotio Cordis, an unlucky kid in one sense but lucky they had an AED handy!

HeartSine Technologies Wins 2010 Aisling Award for Outstanding Achievement in Business

2010-12-20T07:46:00.000-08:00

HeartSine Technologies Wins 2010 Aisling Award for Outstanding Achievement in Business

As the UK`s main distributors for HeartSine Technology we are very proud to be associated.

First of automatic external defibrillators delivered to police

2010-12-17T05:46:00.000-08:00

First of automatic external defibrillators delivered to police

If only this was Reading in the UK and not Reading in the USA. I got quite excited when I saw the headline!

LIFE-SAVING equipment is to be rolled out to rural communities in Gloucestershire.

2010-12-14T06:08:00.000-08:00

LIFE-SAVING equipment is to be rolled out to rural communities in Gloucestershire.

Nice idea except the AED`s should not be in locked cabinets as it slows down response time and impacts on vital time. The BHF and Resuscitation Council wont support AED`s in locked cabinets!!!

BBC News - Lifesaving lessons offered at Heathrow airport

2010-12-10T06:20:00.000-08:00

BBC News - Lifesaving lessons offered at Heathrow airport

In the news again, the airports doing something useful this time! Showing people how to do CPR and use an AED.

Call for defibrillators to be installed nationwide - Story - Lifestyle - 3 News

2010-12-08T07:42:00.000-08:00

Call for defibrillators to be installed nationwide - Story - Lifestyle - 3 News

A story of recognition of need for AED`s which is equally applicable to the UK.

Group wants all local middle & high school students certified in CPR

2010-12-01T05:27:00.000-08:00

The UK should follow this initiative too.
Group wants all local middle & high school students certified in CPR

Possible Consequences of Unhealthy Weight Loss | Slimming Pills Reviewed

2010-11-28T05:43:00.000-08:00

Dieting too hard and losing weight too rapidly can lead to a sudden cardiac arrest. Time to ease up?
Possible Consequences of Unhealthy Weight Loss Slimming Pills Reviewed

AED Defibrillator use for Heart Attack

2010-11-20T05:19:00.000-08:00

YouTube - Stop Motion Defibs for Dummies
This short video made by my 13 year old son about stress and the use of an AED in the office to save a life. Cracking Gromit!

INDEPENDENT online

2010-11-18T06:32:00.000-08:00

A supermarket in Malta leads the UK supermarkets by installing an AED for its customers and staff. The likes of Tesco and Sainburys wont!

INDEPENDENT online

School Programs for Cardiac Arrest Saving Lives - Yahoo! News

2010-11-17T06:49:00.000-08:00

Are there any social philanthropists out there who would like to help facilitate a programme of education for schools here in the UK as is going on and producing fantastic results with survival rates going up from 5% to over 35% which equates to a lot of lives saved!

School Programs for Cardiac Arrest Saving Lives - Yahoo! News

Get in touch!

Defibrillators: Now you can start a heart | Mail Online

2010-11-14T05:52:00.000-08:00

Defibrillators: Now you can start a heart Mail Online
Good to see the Daily Mail recognize the ease of use of an AED and endorse their use by anyone and everyone.

Kingston Board of Health considers legal action against gym - Kingston, MA - Wicked Local Kingston

2010-11-14T04:36:00.000-08:00

Kingston Board of Health considers legal action against gym - Kingston, MA - Wicked Local Kingston
The owner of this gym is using price as an excuse not to conform with legislation and have an AED available. The Board of Health are thinking of suing him........................ good!

Watford teacher's thanks after staff revive him after suffering a heart attack (From Watford Observer)

2010-11-11T05:45:00.000-08:00

Watford teacher's thanks after staff revive him after suffering a heart attack (From Watford Observer)
A great local story of a teacher whose life was saved by a former pupil of his using an AED. The AED was donated to the school only 9 mojnths before the incident.
Every school should have at least one AED.

More AEDs ASAP! | The College Voice

2010-11-02T06:53:00.000-07:00

More AEDs ASAP! The College Voice
This US college is complaining because it only has 2 AED`s available on campus! Thats 2 more than many UK colleges!

Harrill says lawsuit about saving children

2010-11-01T09:24:00.000-07:00

How tragic. The story of a child suffering a cardiac arrest and dying because the AED was locked away and inaccessible. A lesson here!!
Harrill says lawsuit about saving children

Video Miguel Garcia Injury Cardiac Arrest

2010-10-27T08:11:00.000-07:00

This brings home the importance of CPR and rapid access to an AED! Video Miguel Garcia Injury Cardiac Arrest

The Payson Roundup / Bystanders can cut death rate from cardiac arrest with CPR

2010-10-27T07:56:00.000-07:00

A useful summary reminding us of some compelling statistics as to why its important to begin CPR quickly and hopefully administer a shock from an AED instead of waiting on average 11 minutes for the paramedics to arrive and deliver a shock, by which time its probably too late!
The Payson Roundup / Bystanders can cut death rate from cardiac arrest with CPR

Local news from Stafford and Staffordshire | Traffic wardens to carry lifesaving equipment

2010-10-21T07:39:00.000-07:00

What a great initiative!! Traffic wardens, always there when you don't want them, might now be there when you really need them carrying an AED and saving your life. This should go nationwide!
Local news from Stafford and Staffordshire Traffic wardens to carry lifesaving equipment

YouTube - Bee Gees - Stayin' Alive ( 1977 )

2010-10-19T07:48:00.000-07:00

Watch the video, remind yourself of the tune! The beat is the same rate that compressions for CPR should be administered. The titles somewhat appropriate too!

YouTube - Bee Gees - Stayin' Alive ( 1977 )

Type 2 diabetes increased risk for sudden cardiac death in patients after MI

2010-10-15T07:13:00.000-07:00

Type 2 diabetes increased risk for sudden cardiac death in patients after MI

Candidates for at home AED`s

12-year-old who collapsed is in stable condition at Cook Children's | Health | Dallas-Fort Wo...

2010-10-15T02:57:00.000-07:00

12-year-old who collapsed is in stable condition at Cook Children's Health Dallas-Fort Wo...

Great story of a life saved by immediate CPR. It highlights the need for CPR training and screening of young people to identify congenital anomalies which may predispose to sudden cardiac arrest.

HeartSine Technologies Honored With Belfast Ambassador Award at Belfast Business Top 50 Event

2010-10-12T06:45:00.000-07:00

HeartSine Technologies Honored With Belfast Ambassador Award at Belfast Business Top 50 Event
We knew we had chosen the right manufacturer for our AED`s!

Ryanair charged ill passenger for tea and biscuits as he feared heart attack - Herald Scotland | News | Home News

2010-10-10T08:59:00.000-07:00

Ryanair charged ill passenger for tea and biscuits as he feared heart attack - Herald Scotland News Home News
Charge for tea and biscuits yet no AED on the plane were it needed!

Health News - Research Shows Light-to-Moderate Alcohol Consumption Associated with Lower Sudden Cardiac Death Among Women

2010-10-02T13:58:00.000-07:00

Health News - Research Shows Light-to-Moderate Alcohol Consumption Associated with Lower Sudden Cardiac Death Among Women

Excellent news for those that like a little tipple, I hope it works for men too!

Airport passengers taught to save lives | News

2010-10-01T09:47:00.000-07:00

Airport passengers taught to save lives News

A fantastic initiative to help save lives. Just 5 minutes training can make a real difference according to the London Ambulance Service and I agree. This should be taught nationwide!!

Air pollution linked to deadly cardiac arrests | Reuters

2010-09-17T07:07:00.000-07:00

Air pollution linked to deadly cardiac arrests Reuters

Bottom line is that with more air pollution there are more sudden cardiac arrests and inevitably more fatalities!

YouTube - Heart Machine Saves Gym Member

2010-09-14T06:40:00.000-07:00

This 28 year old guy didn't expect to have a heart attack!! Thank goodness the gym had a defibrillator!
YouTube - Heart Machine Saves Gym Member

British Heart Foundation - Defib research

2010-09-06T02:40:00.000-07:00

Nearly half of Britons are not interested in lifesaving equipment, with 80% admitting they had never even thought about it and nearly 50% said it wasnt their job!

British Heart Foundation - Defib research

HeartSine Donates AEDs to Kentucky Schools - PR Newswire - sacbee.com

2010-09-02T08:51:00.000-07:00

As if proof were needed that AED`s save the lives of youngsters and not just the elderly. Incredibly we tried to donate an AED to our sons school which is remotely located and they have not pursued the offer!!!!
HeartSine Donates AEDs to Kentucky Schools - PR Newswire - sacbee.com

Aeds ? The Liability Myth | Saftey Manuals Online

2010-08-31T06:29:00.000-07:00

There really is no excuse for not having accesS to an AED!!

Aeds ? The Liability Myth Saftey Manuals Online

Lingerie model Hayley Crook died of sudden adult death syndrome as she slept | Mail Online

2010-08-30T03:48:00.000-07:00

A beautiful young and talented woman loses her life to SCA. How tragic. Lingerie model Hayley Crook died of sudden adult death syndrome as she slept Mail Online

Lifeline for Stourton (From Salisbury Journal)

2010-08-27T09:04:00.000-07:00

Every village should have a lifeline like this!!
Lifeline for Stourton (From Salisbury Journal)

Boards shun call for heart machines in public places - The Scotsman

2010-08-25T08:27:00.000-07:00

How sad to read that although the value of AED`s is not in question, recommendations for their placement are still not being met or prioritised!!
Boards shun call for heart machines in public places - The Scotsman

Collapse of elderly man in Malton street sparks medical response questions (From Gazette & Herald)

2010-07-07T13:55:00.000-07:00

A report of a man dying, not because by standers were not willing to perform CPR and use an AED but because they went in to a major supermarket, Morrison's, and one was not available. The ambulance took 22 minutes to arrive, sadly its no wonder the man died!!

Collapse of elderly man in Malton street sparks medical response questions (From Gazette & Herald)

Scientists Identify Triggers Of Sudden Cardiac Death During Sleep

2010-07-06T13:51:00.000-07:00

Scientists Identify Triggers Of Sudden Cardiac Death During Sleep

AN INTERESTING PIECE OF WORK WHICH MAY ULTIMATELY HELP SAVE MANY LIVES BY IDENTIFYING THOSE AT RISK OF SUDDEN CARDIAC DEATH. BRAVO!!

CPR should be compulsory in high-school education - The Globe and Mail

2010-07-03T02:51:00.000-07:00

This valuable article identifies exactly why every school and sports arena should have an AED and that school kids should be trained in CPR.
CPR should be compulsory in high-school education - The Globe and Mail

Local news from Stafford and Staffordshire | Game of badminton turned into a fight for life

2010-07-01T14:13:00.000-07:00

Good story of a guy with no previous cardiac history saved because two bystanders were willing to use the sports centres AED.
Local news from Stafford and Staffordshire Game of badminton turned into a fight for life

A Young Athlete in Cardiac Arrest

2010-06-28T23:37:00.000-07:00

Although a case study for doctors, this makes interesting reading and offers a great deal of information about a relatively rare but often fatal occurrence and emphasises why AED`s are an essential part of the first aid kit!
A Young Athlete in Cardiac Arrest

Citizen CPR campaign in push to save cardiac arrest victims - The Irish Times - Fri, Jun 25, 2010

2010-06-26T06:01:00.000-07:00

A great initiative to train lay persons and make them aware they can save a life. Well done Ireland, we need this in the UK.

Citizen CPR campaign in push to save cardiac arrest victims - The Irish Times - Fri, Jun 25, 2010

Ground Up Strength: Omega-3 Index and Sudden Cardiac Death

2010-06-24T14:07:00.000-07:00

This impressive study has shown that increased intake of Omega 3 fatty acids may reduce the risk of death from sudden cardiac arrest.
Ground Up Strength: Omega-3 Index and Sudden Cardiac Death

A first city-wide early defibrillation project in ... [Scand J Trauma Resusc Emerg Med. 2010] - PubMed result

2010-06-22T13:56:00.000-07:00

Another study justifying the concept that easy access and early defibrillation by the lay person really can save lives.
A first city-wide early defibrillation project in ... [Scand J Trauma Resusc Emerg Med. 2010] - PubMed result

Anxiety Predictive of Long-Term Coronary Heart Disease Risk

2010-06-22T13:47:00.000-07:00

Anxiety and not depression is linked to CHD. Anxiety Predictive of Long-Term Coronary Heart Disease Risk

Painkillers May Increase Death Risk In Healthy People : dBTechno

2010-06-10T08:06:00.000-07:00

Over the counter drugs such as ibuprofen may increase the risk of heart attack, sodium diclofenac even more so!!!
Painkillers May Increase Death Risk In Healthy People : dBTechno

Thieves return heart machine - National News, Frontpage - Herald.ie

2010-06-08T01:19:00.000-07:00

Not the right thing to do in the first place but once they recognized the error of their ways they returned an AED stolen from a sports arena in Ireland. Good on them!
Thieves return heart machine - National News, Frontpage - Herald.ie

AHA on Air Pollution and CVD

2010-06-04T08:53:00.000-07:00

The American Heart Association suggests there is a direct link between poor air quality and heart disease. Serious stuff and seemingly directly linked with mortality!!

AHA on Air Pollution and CVD

13-year-old heart attack survivor doing quite well | St. Louis News, Weather, Sports | KMOV.com | St. Louis Weather, News and More | Reporters Blog

2010-06-02T06:13:00.000-07:00

This is exactly why every school in the UK (and everywhere!) should have an AED/ defibrillator. What price can you put on a kids life? £1000............... NO MORE EXCUSES!
13-year-old heart attack survivor doing quite well St. Louis News, Weather, Sports KMOV.com St. Louis Weather, News and More Reporters Blog

Dr. Dustin Ballard: CPR is the way to help someone stay alive - Marin Independent Journal

2010-06-01T01:40:00.000-07:00

A bit of history around CPR, some relevant statistics and a wonderful quote from someone who administered a shock from an AED "easier to use than a cell phone"! Ain't it the truth!!!
Dr. Dustin Ballard: CPR is the way to help someone stay alive - Marin Independent Journal

RTÉ News: Waterford man died of cardiac arrest

2010-05-18T23:31:00.000-07:00

Sad loss of a young life. With recreational drug use on the increase AED`s should be in nightclubs, pubs, discos (are they still called that?), everywhere and anywhere a risk exists.
RTÉ News: Waterford man died of cardiac arrest

SADS killed my daughter and sister, but I won't let it take my son | Mail Online

2010-05-16T14:20:00.000-07:00

This tragic story tells of why every school should have an AED. It identifies the number of potential heart anomalies and the risk associated with them. With statistics like these there is no excuse for not having a defibrillator accessible for everyone.
SADS killed my daughter and sister, but I won't let it take my son Mail Online

3 students leap into River Clyde to save drowning woman after police REFUSE | Mail Online

2010-05-12T23:27:00.000-07:00

Youngsters show their selflessness and lack of inhibition when it comes to saving a life compared to supposedly mature/ caring professionals. Train all kids in CPR and AED use and produce a confident and competent new generation of life savers.
3 students leap into River Clyde to save drowning woman after police REFUSE Mail Online

Tasburgh: Children buy lifesaving equipment - EveningNews24

2010-05-12T12:38:00.000-07:00

This is a great story of a bunch of kids who raised enough funds to buy their school an AED/ defibrillator having been made aware of the tragic statistics associated with the unnecessary loss of life due to cardiac arrest. I think its about time the government supported this idea with a grant or other incentive to allow every school to have one.
Tasburgh: Children buy lifesaving equipment - EveningNews24

Where are you most likely to survive a heart attack? You're better off in a Swiss brothel than a public building in Britain | Mail Online

2010-05-11T00:40:00.000-07:00

A great article which came about after the journalist read about The Defib Centre tyring to raise awareness of Sudden Cardiac Arrest and the unnecessary loss of life it causes. If the Government (whoever they are!) were to invest a tiny amount comparative to other wasteful expenses on AED placement and minimal training for all, especially school kids, so many lives could be saved and families maintained. Our campaign may finally be getting underway!!
Where are you most likely to survive a heart attack? You're better off in a Swiss brothel than a public building in Britain Mail Online

Stressful jobs giving women heart disease | Mail Online

2010-05-10T13:39:00.000-07:00

So its not just men that might require rapid access to a defibrillator/ AED when the going gets tough!Stressful jobs giving women heart disease Mail Online

BBC News - Cycling paramedic begins trial in Salisbury

2010-05-10T09:23:00.000-07:00

Last week I posted a story about a para-medic on horseback kitted out with a defibrillator, this week its via push-bike. Whatever mode of transport the essential life saving ingredient is time, rapid access by whatever means equals a higher survival rate................... what next? Roller skates!!
BBC News - Cycling paramedic begins trial in Salisbury

Business Matters North - 28/4/2010 digital edition

2010-05-08T11:37:00.000-07:00

Country`s biggest killer to be tackled by The Defib Centre. A newspaper article talking about SCA and how we as a company are trying to do something about reducing the tragic and unnecessary loss of life.

Business Matters North - 28/4/2010 digital edition

Motorcyclist Volunteers Come to the Rescue With HeartSine AEDs - Online Investment Community - World Market Media

2010-05-05T01:41:00.000-07:00

HeartSine AEDs chosen above all others because of their simplicity of use, robustness and compact size.
Motorcyclist Volunteers Come to the Rescue With HeartSine AEDs - Online Investment Community - World Market Media

WOODFORD GREEN: Man thanks life-saving pub regulars (From East London and West Essex Guardian Series)

2010-05-05T01:34:00.000-07:00

This is a story of a life saved by regulars in a pub who had no previous first aid training but were able to follow instructions and administer CPR from a book. This kept the victim (who had no previous heart problems) alive long enough for the paramedics to arrive and deliver a life saving defibrillation shock.

WOODFORD GREEN: Man thanks life-saving pub regulars (From East London and West Essex Guardian Series)

Express.co.uk - Home of the Daily and Sunday Express | UK News :: Horse to become new mode of transport for ambulance crew

2010-05-04T23:44:00.000-07:00

How appropriate, a defib deliverd by horse, why not? Rapid access is what its all about after a sudden cardiac arrest and if a horse can get there first, fantastic.
Express.co.uk - Home of the Daily and Sunday Express UK News :: Horse to become new mode of transport for ambulance crew

Walter Peaston was dead for five minutes | The Sun |Home Scotland|Scottish News

2010-04-29T02:24:00.000-07:00

This is a great story of a retired GP who collapsed with a cardiac arrest in his local gym whilst on a rowing machine and was `dead for 5 minutes` before two bystanders conducted CPR and called for a defibrillator. Luckily the gym had one! and the guy was resuscitated .
So the question you have to ask your gym is..................do they have an AED? and if not, why not!!!!

Walter Peaston was dead for five minutes The Sun Home ScotlandScottish News

#1 Sudden Killer In Children – Death By Sudden Cardiac Arrest | Dr Oz

2010-04-23T01:15:00.000-07:00

I am particularly saddened and concerned about the lack of AEDs in schools and determined to campaign for their placement as well as educating students in CPR and AED use.
This article fuels that passion.
Sudden Killer In Children – Death By Sudden Cardiac Arrest Dr Oz

Life vest saves hearts - 4/21/10 - Chicago News - abc7chicago.com

2010-04-21T14:23:00.000-07:00

An alternative to the AED for those at real risk of a cardiac arrest post heart attack.

Life vest saves hearts - 4/21/10 - Chicago News - abc7chicago.com

Abstract 2019: Untrained Volunteers Perform High Quality CPR When using an Automatic External Defibrillator with a CPR Voice Prompting Algorithm -- Abella et al. 116 (10016): II_437 -- Circulation

2010-04-19T12:53:00.000-07:00

A great article/ piece of research which shows that AEDs with guided CPR from voice prompts, such as the latest HeartSine 500P afford sufficient advice for life saving CPR to be carried out effectively even by the complete novice!
Abstract 2019: Untrained Volunteers Perform High Quality CPR When using an Automatic External Defibrillator with a CPR Voice Prompting Algorithm -- Abella et al. 116 (10016): II_437 -- Circulation

Cardiac Defibrillators Market to Exceed $16 Billion by 2015, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

2010-04-16T01:56:00.000-07:00

This looks promising for business but even more promising for the public as better business means more AEDs which in turn means potentially more lives saved!!

Cardiac Defibrillators Market to Exceed $16 Billion by 2015, According to New Report by Global Industry Analysts, Inc.

Proof that AEDs really do save lives

2010-04-13T14:07:00.001-07:00

Medical News: AEDs Save Lives in Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest - in Cardiovascular, Arrhythmias from MedPage Today

An excellent piece of up-to-date clinical research that shows definitively how AEDs really do really save lives and potentially lots of them, especially interesting is that lay-users had the highest rates of success!

Medical News: AEDs Save Lives in Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest - in Cardiovascular, Arrhythmias from MedPage Today

HeartSafe America: HeartSafe America; State of Oregon Senate Bill 556; AED, AEDs

2010-04-13T14:04:00.000-07:00

What a fantastic Bill, leading the way in the USA and equally valid in the UK where it should be followed. AEDs available everywhere there are more than 25 people at one time. The `drop and shock` within 3 minutes gets a step closer to being realised, fantastic!!

HeartSafe America: HeartSafe America; State of Oregon Senate Bill 556; AED, AEDs

Realistic expectations for public access defibrill... [Curr Opin Crit Care. 2010] - PubMed result

2010-04-10T02:05:00.000-07:00

This report suggests there is real benefit to having rapid access to strategically placed AEDs. Good to see research supports the obvious!

Realistic expectations for public access defibrill... [Curr Opin Crit Care. 2010] - PubMed result

British Heart Foundation - General Election 2010

2010-04-07T14:28:00.000-07:00

The British Heart Foundation challenges the 3 main political party leaders on how they aim to tackle heart disease if they gain power after the general election. Might their answers affect the way you vote?

British Heart Foundation - General Election 2010

Fire chief saves coach at kids' basketball game | 6abc.com - 4/06/10 - Philadelphia News - 6abc.com

2010-04-06T14:05:00.000-07:00

A simple story of a man who acted quickly and used an AED to save the life of a basketball coach just by following the simple voice prompts on the defibrillator.

Fire chief saves coach at kids' basketball game 6abc.com - 4/06/10 - Philadelphia News - 6abc.com

Defibrillator revives cardiac arrest victim • Local (www.HometownAnnapolis.com - The Capital)

2010-04-05T14:16:00.000-07:00

A great story of survival when 3 co-workers save the life of their colleague by using an AED and doing CPR.

Defibrillator revives cardiac arrest victim • Local (www.HometownAnnapolis.com - The Capital)

Risk factors of sudden cardiac arrest look different by gender - latimes.com

2010-04-05T14:11:00.000-07:00

Predictors are useful but may not be as identifiable in women as men!
Risk factors of sudden cardiac arrest look different by gender - latimes.com

New Explanation for Cardiac Arrest - insciences

2010-04-02T02:32:00.000-07:00

Researchers in Sweden think they may have discovered a genetic anomaly which leads to a protein defect responsible for some cardiac arrests.

New Explanation for Cardiac Arrest - insciences

YouTube - Shocking 12 year olds!

2010-03-29T02:18:00.000-07:00

My 12 year old son Finbar and his good friend Aleena show just how easy it is to use an AED and perform CPR on manikin `Joe` !
As Finbar says "If a 12 year old can do it, so can you". He`s absolutely right!

YouTube - Shocking 12 year olds!

Study Links Genetic Variation To Possible Protection Against Sudden Cardiac Arrest

2010-03-26T14:00:00.000-07:00

By identifying what genes protect against Sudden Cardiac Arrest it may well pave the way to help predict those most at risk, which is a fabulous step towards prevention.

Study Links Genetic Variation To Possible Protection Against Sudden Cardiac Arrest

Should we Screen Healthy Children ? | the place where doctors blog

2010-03-25T14:06:00.000-07:00

I think the conclusion from this has to be absolutely yes!. What price, (£100 screening ECG) can you put on a childs life?
Should we Screen Healthy Children ? the place where doctors blog