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Saving Lives in Santa Cruz County: Avive AEDs Are Showing Up Where They Matter Most

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Avive AEDs are now at the Santa Cruz Harbor and in every Capitola police patrol car. See why public access AEDs and first responder AEDs save lives.

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Why Colorado’s New Bill HB22-1251 is Major & Who Should Be Following Suit

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July 12, 2023

Colorado’s HB22-1251 creates the first statewide office for tracking Sudden Cardiac Arrest data, improving awareness, survival rates, and response strategies.

Shockable vs. Non Shockable Heart Rhythms

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November 10, 2023

Shockable vs. Non-Shockable Heart Rhythms: An AED delivers a shock based on detected arrhythmias like V-Tach or V-Fib, crucial for treating Sudden Cardiac Arrest.

What is AED Certification?

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January 7, 2025

Learn how AEDs save lives during Sudden Cardiac Arrest. Understand AED certification, its importance, and the steps to use an AED effectively in emergencies.

BLS vs CPR : The Main Differences

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May 18, 2023

Learn the key differences between BLS and CPR training, and understand how these certifications prepare you to save lives during cardiac emergencies.

FDA Announces AED Shortage – What This Means For AED Supply

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January 4, 2024

Learn about the AED shortage due to supply chain and semiconductor disruptions. Discover its impact on public health and nonprofit efforts to combat Sudden Cardiac Arrest.

Types of Defibrillator - Overview & Uses

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November 10, 2023

Explore the 5 main types of defibrillators: AEDs, ALS defibrillators, ICDs, WCDs, and manual external defibrillators. Learn how they save lives in emergencies and care.

Good Samaritan Law Encourages Citizens to Perform CPR & Save Lives

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Kat
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November 10, 2023

Learn how Good Samaritan laws protect CPR/AED users in emergencies, covering legal protections, conditions like consent, and limits on gross negligence across states.

ACLS vs. BLS - What's the Difference?

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May 18, 2023

Learn the key differences between ACLS and BLS certifications, including training, requirements, and skills needed to handle cardiac emergencies effectively.

New Maryland Law Aims to Improve AED Access

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October 17, 2023

Maryland's Elijah Gorham Act (HB 836) mandates AEDs in public schools for sports injuries. Learn about the challenges, benefits, and need for simplified AED rules.

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