Family of Teen Athlete Calls for Greater CPR Training and AED Access

Family of Teen Athlete Calls for Greater CPR Training and AED Access Sudden cardiac arrest is something most people associate with older adults. It can be especially difficult to recognize when the person who collapses is a healthy, active teenager. That was the tragedy faced by the family of Morgan Wilson, a 17-year-old student-athlete from […]

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Why do we Need AED Training?

Do you have to be trained to use an AED? AEDs are intentionally designed so that a member of the public can follow their instructions during an emergency. You should not avoid using an available AED simply because you aren’t a healthcare professional. Training still makes a big difference. A CPR and AED class gives […]

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Updated: I understand why I need to learn CPR but why should I learn how to use an AED?

Why Every CPR Class Includes AED Training Many people understand the importance of learning CPR, but not everyone realizes why AED training is just as critical. In a sudden cardiac arrest, CPR keeps blood moving, but an AED is what can restart the heart. The two work together, and one without the other is often […]

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Why do we need AED training?

Sudden death is not a rare event; each year close to 350,000 people suffer a cardiac arrest and without immediate treatment, a significant number die. Sudden death can occur at any time and in any location; the individual may suddenly stop breathing, lose consciousness, and collapse. EMS ARRIVAL When you come across a person who […]

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