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Athletic Trainers & AEDs: First Line of Defense for Sudden Cardiac Arrest in Young Athletes
Introducing Mike Hopper, Head Athletic Trainer (AT) at Bishop Lynch High School in Dallas, TX and the…
5 Questions You Should Ask Your Child’s Sports Coach
About 60 million children and teens, from ages 6 to 18, participate in organized sports each year…
Advocating for Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness: A Soccer Mom’s Mission
On June 12, 2020, while on vacation with my extended family, I received news that enlightened me…
Employee Spotlight: Smooth Shipping & Receiving with Tony Luo
For this installment of our Employee Spotlight Blog series, we’re highlighting a member of Avive’s Manufacturing, Operations…
Signs & Symptoms Of Heart Failure Getting Worse
In a 2020 report, the CDC and the American Heart Association found that at least 6.2 million…
How To Renew CPR Certification Online – An Easy 5 Step Guide
Learning CPR can give you the power to save lives and make a huge impact in critical,…
Employee Spotlight with Golda Cenadoza: Teamwork Makes the Dream Work
Welcome to our employee spotlight blog series, where we showcase the incredible individuals who contribute their expertise,…
How to Prevent Cardiac Arrest– 10 Preventative Actions to Safeguard Your Heart
Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) is an enormous healthcare problem, claiming the lives of over 350,000 people every…
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…
Police – Our Nation’s Fastest, Most Underutilized First Responders in Out of Hospital Cardiac Arrest
The following article is a guest authored by our partner and friend Brandon Griffith, Sheriff’s Deputy for…
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…
Athletic Trainers & AEDs: First Line of Defense for Sudden Cardiac Arrest in Young Athletes
Introducing Mike Hopper, Head Athletic Trainer (AT) at Bishop Lynch High School in Dallas, TX and the…
5 Questions You Should Ask Your Child’s Sports Coach
About 60 million children and teens, from ages 6 to 18, participate in organized sports each year…
Advocating for Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness: A Soccer Mom’s Mission
On June 12, 2020, while on vacation with my extended family, I received news that enlightened me…
Employee Spotlight: Smooth Shipping & Receiving with Tony Luo
For this installment of our Employee Spotlight Blog series, we’re highlighting a member of Avive’s Manufacturing, Operations…
Signs & Symptoms Of Heart Failure Getting Worse
In a 2020 report, the CDC and the American Heart Association found that at least 6.2 million…
How To Renew CPR Certification Online – An Easy 5 Step Guide
Learning CPR can give you the power to save lives and make a huge impact in critical,…
Employee Spotlight with Golda Cenadoza: Teamwork Makes the Dream Work
Welcome to our employee spotlight blog series, where we showcase the incredible individuals who contribute their expertise,…
How to Prevent Cardiac Arrest– 10 Preventative Actions to Safeguard Your Heart
Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) is an enormous healthcare problem, claiming the lives of over 350,000 people every…
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…
Police – Our Nation’s Fastest, Most Underutilized First Responders in Out of Hospital Cardiac Arrest
The following article is a guest authored by our partner and friend Brandon Griffith, Sheriff’s Deputy for…
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…
Employee Spotlight: Avive Sets Sail with Topher Croddy
Topher Croddy is the newest member of Avive’s Business Operations team where he serves as the VP…
Virginia SB 1453: AED Requirements Accelerate in VA Schools
Virginia is the latest state to strengthen its AED requirements in schools. The state recently passed a…
Why The Access To AEDs Act, Championed by Damar Hamlin, is Such a Big Deal
Last week, on March 29th, Florida representatives introduced the Access to AEDs Act, a bipartisan bill to…
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.
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,…
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…
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.
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.
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…
Types of Defibrillator – Overview & Uses
Defibrillators are critical tools for doctors and surgeons, often crucial in helping to restart a patient’s heart….
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…
ACLS vs. BLS – What’s the Difference?
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) are techniques used to help save lives…