World Hypertension Day: The silent risk behind Sudden Cardiac Arrest
May 17th each year is World Hypertension Day, a day set aside to raise awareness around, and tackle high blood...
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Don’t Bin It: Why you should trade in your old Defibrillator this Earth Day
Every year, Earth Day reminds us to think more carefully about the impact our decisions have on the planet. But...
Defibrillator installation – Do you need a professional?
Defibrillator installation, or the installation of a cabinet for a defibrillator can seem daunting for an individual or business that...
Women are less likely to receive CPR – Why?
Women in the UK are less likely to receive bystander CPR than men after suffering a cardiac arrest During a...
What to do if your school defibrillator pads have expired
Electrode pads are a vital part of a defibrillator, having a good connection to the casualty’s chest ensures that a...
Every Beat Matters: Why Heart Month is so important
Heart Month is an annual UK awareness campaign dedicated to heart and circulatory health. It highlights the importance of understanding...
Can you use a Defibrillator without Training?
Using a defibrillator in a real life cardiac arrest situation can be one of the scariest things that someone can...
What is Restart a Heart Day 2025?
Each year, October 16th marks Restart a Heart Day – a day set aside to raise awareness around Sudden Cardiac...
Which heart rhythms can a defibrillator shock?
When someone suffers a Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA), their heart is no longer pumping blood effectively. The most important intervention...
How often should you service or replace your Defibrillator?
An Automated External Defibrillator (AED) is one of the most important pieces of lifesaving equipment you can own. Whether it’s...
What is the difference between Heart Attack and Cardiac Arrest?
The terms heart attack and cardiac arrest are often used interchangeably, even by the media, however they are both very...
Defibrillator Maintenance Checklist: Keeping Your AED Ready
A defibrillator is a life-saving piece of medical equipment that may be called upon at a moment’s notice. With this...