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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”
This blog post explains how individuals, communities, and organisations in the UK can access funding for defibrillators, including through government schemes, local council grants, charity support, and business sponsorships. It offers tips on writing a strong application and highlights how Defib4Life can help with quotes and advice.
In our increasingly eco-conscious world, reducing the carbon emissions linked to the packaging and delivery of Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) is a critical goal. This involves adopting a range of strategies across various stages of the supply chain. Here are some effective methods to achieve this: Sustainable Packaging Reduce Packaging Material: Using minimal, sustainable packaging … Continue reading “How Do We Minimise the Carbon Emissions Associated with the Packaging and Delivery of Your AED?”
What is good CPR & How to perform it? Cardiopulmonary resuscitation, or CPR for short is an emergency procedure that consists of chest compressions that helps restore spontaneous blood circulation, it can also be performed alongside rescue breaths, to help get sufficient oxygen into the person the CPR is being performed on. Why might someone … Continue reading “What is good CPR & How to perform it?”
Read our guide for more information on why it's important to register your AED with The Circuit and who should register.
