People often associate cardiac arrest and other heart conditions with older adults, but the sad truth is that youth can be just as vulnerable to heart attacks and other coronary events. Estimates are that approximately two high school students die every week due to sudden cardiac arrest. These
Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is a life-threatening condition where the heart unexpectedly stops beating. Unlike a heart attack, which is caused by a blockage in blood flow, SCA occurs due to an electrical disturbance that interrupts the heart’s rhythm. This leads to an immediate loss of
Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) are life-saving devices that are used in the case of cardiac arrest. Time is always of the essence in such emergencies. AEDs work fast and can be used by anyone, regardless of whether they are medical experts. AEDs allow ordinary people like you to save lives.
