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New York 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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CPR vs BLS: What’s the Difference?

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….

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How the Good Samaritan Law Encourages Citizens to Perform CPR & Save Lives

Imagine sitting in a restaurant and enjoying a tasty meal when a man at the next table…

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ACLS vs. BLS – What’s the Difference

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) are techniques used to help save lives…

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New Maryland Law Aims to Improve AED Access

On April 21, 2022, the Maryland legislature signed into law House Bill 836 (“HB 836”), also called…

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ICD vs. Pacemaker: What’s the Difference?

Implantable cardioverter defibrillators (ICD) and pacemakers are both medical devices that treat irregular heart rhythms, known as…

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What CPR Stands For & How To Perform It

What is CPR? The American Heart Association has identified CPR as an essential link in the chain of…