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Easy Ways to Earn Your Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

BLS, also known as Basic Life Support, is an important qualification for healthcare professionals that equips them…

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How Long Does a Heart Attack Last? Recognize & Respond Quickly

Heart attack is a leading cause of death in the United States, and, like Sudden Cardiac Arrest,…

Monophasic vs. Biphasic AED Shocks — Learn the Difference

The terms Monophasic and Biphasic refer to two different shock techniques that can help save a person’s…

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Nearly All New York Gyms Required to Have AEDs as New Law Embraces the Future

Effective May 22, 2023, New York State will require AEDs be placed in all health and fitness clubs with 50 members or more.

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

The Importance of SCA Data Tracking  On July 1, 2022, Colorado House Bill 22-1251 went into effect,…

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Shockable vs. Non Shockable Heart Rhythms 

To shock or not to shock? That is the question for your AED.  In fact, that is exactly what…

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What is AED Certification?

AED certification is a document that signifies a person has been trained to use an AED to save a life. Having CPR/AED certification can empower and prepare you to help respond in a time of crisis where seconds matter. 

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BLS vs CPR : The Main Differences

Being BLS certified or CPR certified looks great on a resume, but the primary benefit of both types of training is that they prepare you to save a life! You never know when or where Sudden Cardiac Arrest will strike.

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FDA Announces AED Shortage – What This Means & Why It’s a Big Deal

Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, supply chain disruptions have impacted the production of goods across…

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Types of Defibrillator – Overview & Uses

Defibrillators are critical tools for doctors and surgeons, often crucial in helping to restart a patient’s heart….