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Missoula bystanders assist first responders with CPR during Saturday’s Riverbank Run
In a critical moment during Saturday's Riverbank Run, bystander CPR proved instrumental in assisting Missoula Fire Department (MFD) crews. At approximately 11:30 AM, MFD crews responded to a cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in progress on Higgins Ave. A-Shift’s Station 4 crew (141) was first to arrive on the scene, where they found an adult… Read More
Michigan law requiring cardiac emergency response plans in schools is latest in nationwide trend
Momentum growing across the country for lifesaving policies supported by the American Heart Association that ensure schools are prepared for cardiac emergencies At an event today featuring the NFL’s Smart Heart Sports Coalition, Buffalo Bills Safety Damar Hamlin’s Chasing M’s Foundation, the American Heart Association and elected officials,… Read More
Even after his cardiac arrest, doctor-comedian finds things to laugh about
Will and Kristin Flanary were fast asleep in their home in Portland, Oregon, when Kristin awoke to what sounded like Will snoring. She nudged him. The sound continued. She shook his shoulder. He didn't respond. Kristin turned on the light. Will, her then-34-year-old husband, was gasping for air. She shouted his name. No reaction. She put her… Read More
Gentle defibrillation for the heart
Cardiac arrhythmias account for around 15-20% of annual deaths worldwide. In case of acute and life-threatening arrhythmias, defibrillators can be used to restart the regular beating of the heart. A strong electrical pulse brings cardiac activity to a brief standstill before it can be resumed in an orderly way. Whereas this treatment can save… Read More
Study confirms positive effect of midazolam after cardiac arrest
In cases where the patient required anesthesia after successful resuscitation, midazolam improved the chances of optimal oxygen saturation and CO2 levels in the blood. The risk of a renewed drop in blood pressure or a renewed circulatory arrest didn’t increase. “This specific group of patients who have been successfully resuscitated should… Read More
Florida hospital introduces first-in-the-nation program to deliver AEDs via drones
FAA-approved drone technology will accelerate response to 9-1-1 callers in Manatee County coverage area. TAMPA, FL -- As part of Tampa General Hospital’s (TGH) commitment to transforming health care through innovation, the academic health system collaborated with Manatee County and Archer First Response Systems (ArcherFRS) to accelerate response… Read More
Black and Hispanic people in the United States growing more confident learning and performing CPR
New survey shows the confidence to perform CPR has significantly increased from 30% to 44% in Black participants, 37% to 44% in those of Hispanic origin DALLAS, TX -- More Black and Hispanic people in the U.S. feel confident performing Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). A 2023 American Heart Association survey found that 44% of Black Americans… Read More
Avive Solutions raises $56.5M in growth funding to build connected AED Network and transform cardiac arrest emergency response in communities nationwide
SAN FRANCISCO, CA--Avive Solutions, Inc., the developer of the world’s most advanced connected automated external defibrillator (AED) - the Avive Connect AED - today announced the closing of a $56.5 million growth equity financing. The round was led by Questa Capital, Laerdal Million Lives Fund (LMLF), and Catalyst Health Ventures, and welcomed… Read More
Mayor Bowser announces AED rebate program with DC Fire and EMS to help increase cardiac arrest survival rates
WASHINGTON, DC -- Today, Mayor Muriel Bowser and DC Fire and EMS launched the Automated External Defibrillator (AED) incentive program, which will expand the availability of AEDs across DC and help increase survival rates for people who go into cardiac arrest in the community. The program supports the purchase of AEDs by offering a cash rebate of… Read More