Paul Edbrooke, the Member for Frankston in Victoria, has emerged as a hero, displaying incredible bravery and lifesaving skills just days after surviving a harrowing plane crash. Edbrooke was a passenger on a skydiving plane carrying 16 others when it encountered engine trouble at an altitude of 600 feet over Barwon Heads last Friday. Thanks …
Defibrillators have been strategically placed at various locations within London’s extensive transportation network. A collaborative effort involving City Hall, the London Ambulance Service (LAS), and Transport for London (TfL) has successfully implemented this vital addition across all Underground and Overground stations, as well as most bus stations and piers. In tandem with this deployment, a …
Defibrillators placed in all of London’s stations Read More »
An Automated External Defibrillator (AED) became the unexpected hero in saving a tradesman’s life following a workplace cardiac arrest. Dylan Holmes, whose fateful decision to work overtime led to a life-altering experience, is grateful for the presence of an AED at his workplace, as it played a pivotal role in his survival. Reflecting on the …
AED becomes the unexpected hero in saving tradesman’s life Read More »
Tragic Loss of Young Footballer Leads to Life-Saving Organ Donation In a heart-wrenching incident during an Australian rules football game, 20-year-old Antonio Loiacono, a player for Birdwood Football Club, suffered critical injuries in a collision. The horrifying accident occurred in the final quarter of a match against Gumeracha at Gumeracha Oval in the Adelaide Hills, …
Tragic Loss of Young Footballer Leads to Life-Saving Organ Donation Read More »
Enhancing Diversity in Training Programs for CPR in New South Wales New research featured in the BMJ Open has shed light on the need for improved CPR training opportunities in New South Wales (NSW), especially for individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds. The study reveals that performing CPR during a cardiac arrest can significantly increase survival …
Enhancing Diversity in Training Programs for CPR in New South Wales Read More »
LeBron James’ 18-Year-Old Son Hospitalised After Sudden Cardiac Arrest Incident Basketball superstar LeBron James’ 18-year-old son, Bronny James, was rushed to the hospital after experiencing a cardiac arrest during a workout at the University of Southern California. Thankfully, he has been moved out of the ICU and is now in stable condition. According to a …
LeBron James’ 18-Year-Old Son Hospitalised After Sudden Cardiac Arrest Incident Read More »
9 year old boy suffers cardiac arrest in Australia A 9-year-old child is currently in a critical but stable state after being hit by lightning while swimming at a beach south of Sydney. According to New South Wales Ambulance, the child went into cardiac arrest shortly before 5:30 PM on Thursday at Barrack Point …
9 year old boy suffers cardiac arrest in Australia Read More »
South Australian government pass defibrillator legislation South Australia is set to pass legislation that will make defibrillators mandatory in all public buildings, including schools, libraries, sports facilities, theatres, and prisons. The bill, introduced by SA-BEST upper house MP Frank Pangallo and supported by the state Labor government, also applies to larger privately-owned buildings such as …
South Australian government pass defibrillator legislation Read More »
Shock as footy player collapses mid-match A country football club has thanked a team of people who rushed to help a player who collapsed mid-match and was later flown to hospital. Article by Kiel Egging and Brayden May A footballer is recovering in hospital after he suddenly collapsed on the quarter-time siren at a game in Victoria’s …
Sudden cardiac arrest is one of the leading causes of death in Australia with more than 30,000 cases occurring nationwide each year. We’re still seeing the death rate at over 90%, with current figures increasingly high. In Victoria between July 2019 and June 2020, we saw 6,761 out-of-hospital sudden cardiac arrests, adding even more importance …
Cardiac Arrests are on the rise – what can you do? Read More »
What is a defibrillator? A defibrillator is a medical device and is used when a patient is suffering a Sudden Cardiac Arrest. Once the electrode pads are effectively placed on the patient, the device will analyse the heart rhythm to determine if an electrical shock is required. If a shock is required the defibrillator will …
Exposing the body to cold causes biological changes that can lead to sudden cardiac arrest. SCA was found to be high during winter months (in the U.S), where between 167-175 people per 100,000 population suffered. The warmer months only saw 131 per 100,000. Studies also conducted in Germany, Korea, China, Finland and UK showed similar …
Why do more people suffer from cardiac arrest during winter months? Read More »
During the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been significantly higher sudden cardiac arrest incidences and lower survival rates in the U.S, according to findings presented at the hybrid Heart Rhythm 2021 meeting. The study compared “sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) incidence and outcomes during the COVID-19 pandemic (March 1 to Dec. 31, 2020) to the corresponding period …
We know that it can be a daunting process to use a defibrillator on someone. We receive many questions on how someone needs to prepare to use an AED, and more importantly if the person will hurt them. Should jewellery be removed before using an AED? The quick answer is no. You don’t need to …
Should jewellery be removed before using an AED? Read More »
You may have heard the term ‘defibrillator’, ‘aed’, or ‘automated external defibrillator’ and are wondering, what is it? We address some of the top frequently asked questions about defibrillators and hope to guide you through your education journey! What is a defibrillator? An AED is a medical device and is used when a patient is …
What is a defibrillator? All your questions about AEDs answered Read More »
We are proud to announce that our brand name and corporate identity has changed from Cardiac Science to Cardiac Defibrillators. This change has come with a pursuit to stay more relevant and innovative across our industry, and with our current and prospective customers. Customers will now see the new Cardiac Defibrillators name and branding across …
Owning a defibrillator is one thing; ensuring it’s maintained and rescue-ready is another. Check that your FRED PA-1 AED is functioning properly by following these 3 easy steps! Step 1 – Ensure the green main status LED is flashing. Step 2 – Check the expiration date of the electrodes. The expiry date will be on the front of …
DRSABCD The DRSABCD Action Plan is a vital guide to treating a patient in a life-threatening condition. It is an action plan used extensively by St John Ambulance DRSABCD, Surf Life Saving and by many schools, university, sporting clubs, corporate office and on-site workplaces. The action plan is extensively taught as part of Surf …
A HUMAN chain of life support across a Cheltenham industrial park, linked by three emergency service units and a hospital ward, has saved new mum Samantha Jobe. She was about to start warming up for her workout at Crossfit121, with husband Damien and eight-week-old daughter Makayla looking on, when she collapsed. Mrs Jobe, 32, hadn’t …
Measuring almost two-metres tall teenager Josh Simpson looks like nothing could bring him down. But the six-foot-five Melbourne basketballer almost died mid-game six weeks ago when he suffered a cardiac arrest. Josh was running back in defence while playing for the Aberfeldie Jetts and started to feel sick before collapsing. “My vision started closing in black. So …
Fifteen-year-old basketballer suffers cardiac arrest on court Read More »
Operating in Australia since 1999, Cardiac Defibrillators extends lives by supplying the public and healthcare professionals with life-saving automated external defibrillators (AEDs).
© 2023 Cardiac Defibrillators. Website by MME.
