• The life-saving power of an AED

  • Mar 21 2023
  • Length: 20 mins
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The life-saving power of an AED

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  • It’s dramatic, scary and unexpected. But when someone’s heart suddenly stops, you can help save them. The combination of hands-only CPR and AED (an easy-to-use, portable device that can restart a heart) can double a person’s chance of surviving cardiac arrest. And you can do it! In this episode we will learn about AEDs, why public buildings have them, and what to do if you find yourself in an emergency situation. 


    We will meet Philip, a 51 year old who had a cardiac arrest while playing in a local hockey tournament, and Mitchell, a former advanced care paramedic and Philip’s teammate who, with the help of others, saved Philips’ life. They share their harrowing and ultimately inspiring experience, while Dr. Steven Brooks gives us the latest information on CPR, AEDs, and why cardiac arrest can strike even the fittest athlete. 



    If you’d like to learn more about AEDs, visit: https://www.heartandstroke.ca/how-you-can-help/learn-cpr/aeds



    To learn the CPR basics, you can start by watching Heart and Stroke’s video: https://www.heartandstroke.ca/how-you-can-help/learn-cpr
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