Learn About AED's

AEDs are proven to be safe, reliable and effective in preventing unnecessary death from sudden cardiac arrest by allowing trained citizen responders to provide the crucial and timely defibrillation immediately on-site. The machine itself guides users through the process. With training, anyone can learn how to help save lives.

Are AEDs Really Effective?

• Studies have clearly demonstrated that survival rates are high when defibrillation treatment is administered within the first few minutes following SCA. In fact, in three studies of cardiac arrest in supervised cardiac-rehabilitation centers, more than 90% of victims were successfully resuscitated.

• According to the American Heart Association, SCA survivors have a good long-term prognosis: 80 percent survive for at least one year, and 57 percent survive for five years or longer. When analyzed by age group, survival rates are comparable to those for members of the same age group who have not experienced sudden cardiac arrest. These statistics reveal the opportunity for early intervention to preserve productive and fulfilling lives for victims of sudden cardiac arrest.

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