Sudden Arrhythmic Death Syndrome (SADS) is when someone unexpectedly dies from a sudden cardiac arrest, but the cause is unknown. Whilst sudden cardiac arrest can affect anyone at any time, there is usually a cause, such as a heart condition or trauma, however, with SADS, there is no obvious cause or reason behind the cardiac … Continue reading “Sudden Arrhythmic Death Syndrome (SADS)”
In 2012, Philips announced their intention to discontinue the Philips HeartStart FR2 and 7 years later they announced the end-of-life support for HeartStart FR2 AEDs and most FR2 accessories. While the FR2 adult pads are being manufactured and shipped by Philips, the child pads and official battery are not. Although we have been able to … Continue reading “Philips HeartStart FR2 Buy-Back Promotion”
What is menopause? Menopause is when your periods stop, and you are no longer able to conceive naturally and is diagnosed after you have not had a menstrual period for 12 months. It predominately affects women between the ages of 45 and 55, although it is possible for it to begin earlier, this is known … Continue reading “How Menopause Affects Your Heart.”
A defibrillator also known as an AED (Automated External Defibrillator), stands as a critical tool in the face of sudden cardiac arrest (SCA), a life-threatening emergency where the heart suddenly and unexpectedly stops beating. The timely use of an AED can be a decisive factor in the survival of a SCA victim, with research indicating … Continue reading “Do You Need Defibrillator Maintenance?”
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Every year, over 35,000 people in England and Scotland experience out-of-hospital cardiac arrests. The sad reality is that less than 1 in 10 individuals survive. One crucial factor that dramatically affects survival rates is the timely use of a defibrillator. For every minute that a defibrillator isn’t used after a cardiac arrest, the chance of … Continue reading “The iPAD NFK200 Bundles”
By law, every workplace in the UK must have a fire extinguisher; however, a defibrillator is not a legal requirement. Every year in the UK, there are over 30,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests, 15% of which occur in the workplace. Despite this statistic, employers have no legal requirements to supply lifesaving defibrillators. What Is Sudden Cardiac … Continue reading “Workplace Cardiac Arrests”
Written by Steve Jelfs Introduction Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillation are essential techniques that can save lives during sudden cardiac arrest. While these interventions are typically associated with healthcare professionals, laypersons also play a vital role in administering CPR and using automated external defibrillators (AEDs) when immediate medical assistance is not readily available. … Continue reading “The Stress on Laypersons Performing CPR and Defibrillation: A Crucial Lifesaving Effort”
How cardiac arrest can affect the brain. The heart is responsible for pumping blood throughout the body, supplying nutrient and oxygen-rich blood to the muscles, vital organs, and the brain. So, during sudden cardiac arrest (a cardiac emergency where the heart suddenly and unexpectedly stops beating) the brain and other vital organs stop receiving oxygen. … Continue reading “Cardiac Arrest And The Brain”
