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Automatic External Defibrillators

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Automatic External Defibrillators are one of the most important tools in saving the life of someone suffering sudden cardiac arrest.

The more AEDS we have in our community and the more people who are able to use them, the greater the odds of survival when cardiac arrests strike.

What is an AED?

An Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) is a portable lifesaving device that quickly and safely determines whether a patient's heart would benefit from a “shock” of energy.An Automatic External Defibrillator

AEDs are simple to use. You can literally follow step-by-step instructions on the AED screen in the event of an emergency.

There are about 325 defibrillators registered with EMS across the region. They are located in workplaces and public facilities like arenas. Public AEDs were used 17 times in 2018.

How effective are AEDs?

Sudden cardiac arrest is unpredictable. It can happen anywhere, anytime, to anyone. In fact, one occurs every 12 minutes in Canada. The key to positive outcomes in these situations is a rapid response.

If a sudden cardiac arrest victim receives defibrillation through an AED within the first minute, the survival rate is 90 per cent. For every minute that passes without defibrillation, the probability of survival decreases by seven to 10 per cent.

How do I get an AED?

Contact Essex-Windsor EMS at 519-776-6441, ext. 2653. We can assist you in obtaining an AED and arrange for installation and training.

Register your AED!

We want to know where AEDS are in the community so 911 dispatchers can alert callers if there is one nearby. Please complete our AED Registration form.

Book an AED Demonstration

AEDS are easy to use and come with instructions but we are more than happy to provide a demonstration. Fill out our Book an AED demonstration form and we will contact you.

CPR Certification

Essex-Windsor EMS offers CPR and AED training and certification through the Heart and Stroke Foundation. Fill out our CPR/AED Registration form and we will contact you.

The Heart and Stroke Foundation has more information about AEDs and CPR.

 

 

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