AEDs, or public defibrillators, are designed to be used by anyone. Try to stay calm and follow the directions that the device gives you. Share on Pinterest Aria sandi Hasim/Getty Images A ...

Knowing CPR and how to use an AED can make all the difference in cardiac emergencies. Learning these simple skills can save ...

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You’ve probably seen one at the airport, your doctor’s office, or maybe the mall: that white, windowed box jutting out from the wall that holds an automated external defibrillator, or AED. AEDs are ...

FREEMOUNT COMMUNITY DEFIBRILLATOR: Thanks to the generosity of the people of Freemount funds were made available to position a defibrillator on the wall (school side) of Freemount Community Hall. This ...

Defibrillators are used when a person is in cardiac arrest to restore a normal heartbeat, but would you know what to do if an alarming incident occurs? According to the British Heart Foundation, there ...