Debunking Myths
You Can’t Make Them More Dead
When it comes to Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA), time is critical. SCA is a life-threatening condition that occurs when the heart suddenly stops beating, leading to an immediate loss of blood flow to the body's vital organs. Survival requires immediate intervention, and...
Having an AED is Not Enough
Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) are life-saving devices that are crucial in a Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA). Because these devices are so important, AEDs must be properly maintained and monitored, and the team must be empowered to use them.
Making your AED Program Efficient, Not Lazy
What do innovative startups, world-class athletes and thought leaders breaking barriers in AI all have in common? It’s not a secret ingredient or sheer determination alone. They all thrive on the principles of proactive management, monitoring and maintenance. The same...
SCA FAQs
Is Sudden Cardiac Arrest a Heart Attack? No. Sudden Cardiac Arrest is an “electrical” problem. It happens when the heart malfunctions and stops beating, or beats irregularly. According to the American Heart Association, “With its pumping action disrupted, the heart...
AED FAQs
The thought of using an AED can be overwhelming, but we want everyone to feel empowered to save a life. Here are a few frequently asked questions we hear about AEDs. What does AED stand for? AED stands for Automated External Defibrillator. An AED is a medical device...
Debunking the Myth: AED Remote Monitoring Will Replace Humans
Myth or Fact: Remote monitoring of AEDs will remove humans from the process. MYTH Humans will always be an essential component of AED programs. While technological advances, like Scout Remote Monitoring System, makes things easier and saves time, the human...
The Shocking Truth: Heart Attacks and Sudden Cardiac Arrest Aren’t the Same Thing
You may have heard a heart attack described as a “plumbing problem” while Sudden Cardiac Arrest is described as an “electrical problem,” but what exactly does that mean? Let’s dive a little deeper into these terms that are sometimes incorrectly used interchangeably. ...