Students balk at new textbook grant Sep 13, 2008
MapleridgSeniors Recreation Centre receives DefibrillatorThe Mapleridge Seniors Recreation Centre has been the recipient of one of the forty Automated External Defibrillation machine placed. Posted by. (Peterborough Examiner)
Getting people to be heart-safe CPR training touted for government offices, schools Aug 26, 2008
To participate, city offices and community organizations need to have a specified number of staff who are trained to use Automated External Defibrillation (AED), to provide CPR, and to provide First Aid. Pozo said 950,000 Americans die every year of cardiac arrest, and it is the leading cause of death in New Jersey. (West New York Reporter, NJ)
Williams High School receives defibrillator from Texas Health Resources Aug 21, 2008
A person s chance of survival decreases up to 10 percent for every minute that passes between cardiac arrest and defibrillation. Schools are required by law to have an AED available at all University Interscholastic League (UIL) athletic practices and competitions. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Letters: Man survived heart attack thanks to help from strangers Aug 3, 2008
The ambulance personnel worked very hard and provided effective defibrillation, which restored an effective heartbeat. He arrived at the hospital critically ill, unconscious and not breathing, but still alive. (Daily Triplicate)
Riddle knows when time is of essence Jul 23, 2008
"Now Riddle paramedics can activate actual definitive, lifesaving care for cardiac emergencies while in the field and en route to the hospital." The portable and lightweight HeartStart MRx with Q-CPR combines advanced defibrillation and monitoring technology, including Philips patented SMART Biphasic defibrillation therapy, which lets paramedics restart the heart in the event of cardiac arrest; a 12-lead electrocardiogram (ECG or EKG) monitor to measure and record the electrical activity of the... (The Delaware County Times, PA)
Public heart shock scheme success Jul 18, 2008
"This research shows that many people who survive a sudden cardiac arrest in the community have often received early defibrillation using a public access defibrillator administered by a trained responder," he added. Have you or anyone you know been saved by someone using a defibrillator. (BBC News -- UK)
Pocket heartbeat: Winchester native runs PocketCPR manufacturing plant in his hometown Jul 17, 2008
Mark Totman is the president of Bio-Detek Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of ZOLL Medical Corporation, which manufactures ECG, pacing, defibrillation and multi-function electrodes ... However, if bystander CPR is not provided, a sudden cardiac arrest victim s chances of survival fall 7 percent to 10 percent for every minute of delay until defibrillation ... Few attempts at resuscitation are successful if CPR and defibrillation are not provided within minutes of collapse. (Winchester Star, MA, MA)
Co-workers saved Spotsy teacher's life A Spotsylvania County middle school teacher survives sudden cardiac arrest, a condition so fatal that victims rarely live through it outside a hospital Jul 8, 2008
" RIGHT PLACE, RIGHT TIME Virginia law requires at least two employees in school buildings with a staff of 10 or more to be trained in CPR. Ni River Principal Stephen Covert, who's CPR-certified, said he hopes Johnson's case will prompt others to get training. Still, quick thinking and CPR alone wouldn't have saved Johnson. The defibrillator played a crucial role. First installed in Spotsylvania high schools in 2004, defibrillators are now in every county school. In 2004, Spotsylvania Schools'... (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Heart Attack, Myocardial Infarction Jul 7, 2008
A person with no pulse needs 911 called, CPR (Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation) and defibrillation started immediately. The CPR that is recommended today is simple chest compressions at the rate of 100 compressions per minute. (Suite101.com)
Local jail inmate dies Jul 3, 2008
Glidewell said CPR was continuously administered along with defibrillation at one point and a pulse was noted, but did not continue. He was pronounced dead at 4:04 p.m. at the hospital. (Rockingham Daily Journal, NC)
Few Student-Athletes Survive Sudden Cardiac Arrest Jul 1, 2008
Defibrillation sends an electrical current through the heart, which can start the heart functioning normally again ... "This study highlights the need for better and more uniform screening methods for young individuals participating in athletics, as well as better emergency preparedness and prompt access to defibrillation across the country," he said. (MEDLINEplus)
He kick-started my heart Jun 29, 2008
He had never experienced any warning signs and faced certain death if not for the cardiopulmonary resuscitation initiated by Dr Walker followed by defibrillation from paramedics. An angiogram at Royal North Shore Hospital showed two arteries were almost completely blocked. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
How To Save A Life With A Defibrillator Jun 28, 2008
Adding CPR can boost this to about 15 percent, but adding rapid defibrillation raises the save rate to 30 to 40 percent - or even higher ... For every minute of delay from collapse to defibrillation, mortality increases by 7 to 10 percent ... Results are best when defibrillation is done within four minutes though CPR can buy some time. (CBS News)
McDonald's gets tool for heart safety Jun 27, 2008
The AHA's Pam Foster noted that about 40,000 people could be saved a year with more defibrillators and use of CPR. "Defibrillation is the only cure" for cardiac arrest, she said. "It needs to occur within one to three minutes for a 90 percent chance of survival.". (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Tim Russert: the details about what caused his death Jun 21, 2008
They found that Russert wasn't breathing and had no pulse and made three unsuccessful attempts at defibrillation in the ambulance on the way to the hospital ... The best chance to save his life lay with defibrillation, says Dr. Paul Wang, chief of cardiac arrhythmia at Stanford University. (Los Angeles Times)
Russert's doctor: Medics tried to revive anchor Jun 18, 2008
The longer the delay between the time collapse occurs and you begin defibrillation, the less the success of defibrillation ... Number two, if you're a very big-sized individual and have a large heart, the larger the heart, the harder it is to get a successful defibrillation. (CNN -- US)
House OK's defibrillators in schools Jun 12, 2008
On average, it takes emergency personnel eight to 10 minutes to arrive on scene, but for every minute defibrillation is delayed, there is a decrease of about 10 percent in the likelihood of resuscitation. "Increasing access to AEDs and CPR/AED training is an essential part of our mission and we hope the Senate will embrace this issue as well," said Scott Conner, senior vice president for the American Red Cross's Preparedness, Health and Safety Services. (CNN -- US)
Statement of Robert O'Connor, M.D., M.P.H. Chair, American Heart Association, Emergency Cardiovascular Committee, on U.S. House of Representatives Passage of the Josh Miller HEARTS Act Jun 11, 2008
While the American Heart Association strongly recommends that all Americans become certified in CPR and AED use, a person with no training can still administer hands-only CPR and perform defibrillation by following an AED's simple voice prompts. We applaud Representative Betty Sutton for her leadership in introducing legislation to make AEDs available in our schools and the House leadership for making it a priority. (PR Newswire)
'How could his heart just stop?' Jun 8, 2008
The American Heart Association reports that after sudden cardiac arrest, every minute without CPR and defibrillation reduces survival by 7-10 percent. More than 165,000 adults die from sudden cardiac arrest each year, according to the heart association. (CNN -- US)
Public Lacks Confidence to Help in Cardiac Emergencies Jun 3, 2008
Even if a victim receives CPR, defibrillation with an AED is needed to restore normal heart rhythm. "We think it's critical for people to get CPR training and learn how to use an AED. CPR and AED use are inextricably linked in the SCA survival chain, and it's crucial that bystanders take rapid action. If more people are trained and respond, we can save thousands more lives," Dr. Lance Becker, a professor of emergency medicine at the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia and AHA spokesman,... (Atlanta Journal Constitution)
Real life-savers Jun 3, 2008
That includes inserting a breathing tube; administering the 35 medications they carry, many of which are for pain; and advanced heart defibrillation techniques. The woman is sitting upright, but is suffering body spasms. (Durango Herald)
Medical Center a leader in emergency resuscitation care May 30, 2008
Any time a code is called in the Medical Center, a specially trained team is summoned to administer CPR, defibrillation and any necessary drugs. The team has special equipment that provides immediate feedback and records information as patients receive CPR. This team re-convenes weekly under the direction of Dana Edelson, Instructor in Medicine, to review what went well, what didn t and what they can learn from the experience. (Univeristy of Chicago Chronicle, IL)
CPR Data Debriefing by Hospital Responders Improves CPR Performance and Increases Initial Survival Rate Following Cardiac Arrest May 27, 2008
Specifically, the results show that: -- During the educational intervention period, there was significant improvement on CPR performance measures, compared to the control period including: -- Faster chest compressions -- Deeper chest compressions -- Decreased pauses in chest compressions, in general, as well as around the time of defibrillation -- Decreased ventilation rates -- These improvements in CPR performance correlated with an increased rate of initial survival (or "return of spontaneous... (PR Newswire)
Preparing for the worst May 24, 2008
"We offer first-aid courses, CPR courses, as well as auto external defibrillation (paddles used to shock the heart into beating again after it stops).". He spoke about the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) and the 12-hour course that needs to be completed before certification. (Daily Triplicate)
AMC clinic a model for others May 20, 2008
If you have an atrial defibrillation, you don t want the clot to get any bigger, so you think it so the body absorbs the blood clot eventually, said Johnson. Three specific things are closely monitored while taking the anticoagulant therapy: The patient s consistency with diet, activity level and medication changes. (Austin Daily Herald, MN)
Metro area in heart attack test May 20, 2008
Resuscitation - Paramedics will see which combination of CPR and defibrillation saves more lives in cardiac arrests Tuesday, May 20, 2008JOE ROJAS-BURKE The Oregonian Staff ... For many years, doctors assumed it was best to move quickly to defibrillation after about 30 seconds of chest compressions. (OregonLive, OR -- News)
- Anacortes Red Cross will honor Real Heroes at fundraising… May 8, 2008
The clubs new AED was used three times before paramedics from the Anacortes Fire Department responded with their own defibrillation machine, which was used along with heart medication to get the mans heart pumping again. Bayside Fitness is to be commended for its conscientiousness in workplace safety, which helped to make the club the right place at the right time for the visitor whose life was saved. (Anacortes Weekly, WA)
It could happen to you34-year-old suffers cardiac arrest at work May 5, 2008
The American Heart Association says that in cases when defibrillation is provided within five to seven minutes, the survival rate from sudden cardiac arrest is as high as 30 to 45 percent. When Paul got the call, he drove a half of an hour from Ridgefield Park. (Hoboken Reporter, NJ)
Evidence that stun guns may stimulate the heart May 3, 2008
The researchers caution against applying data from pigs to humans, although most of the basic mechanistic concepts in cardiac fibrillation and defibrillation are derived from animal studies, not humans. . (EurekAlert!)
Medics' job: "Some of what you see, you just couldn't make up" Apr 15, 2008
Defibrillation with electric shocks produced an electrical rhythm, but no heart beat. The patient's 91-year-old mother, who had moved to San Francisco so her son could care for her, asked: "Why couldn't it have been me?". (San Francisco Chronicle)
Dispatcher, ambulance shortages slow response Apr 15, 2008
Studies have shown that the most effective therapy includes the chest compressions of cardiopulmonary resuscitation before providing defibrillation ... The effectiveness of defibrillation and CPR decreases rapidly. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Rotary Club to hold annual banquet in April to honor citizen of the year Apr 10, 2008
He teaches classes for new EMT's and is a training, infection control, and defibrillation Officer. In addition, he finds time to make home visits to patients who have had a need to use TVAC's services. (Thomaston Express, CT)
Time to Defibrillation after In-Hospital Cardiac Arrest Apr 10, 2008
3 issue),1 showed strikingly higher mortality among hospitalized patients with ventricular fibrillation or pulseless ventricular tachycardia when defibrillation was delayed. In an accompanying editorial, Saxon observes that underlying medical conditions in hospitalized patients contribute to their lower survival rate as compared with the rate among persons who have heart attacks in public areas. (New England Journal of Medicine)
Save lives through CPR Apr 8, 2008
Brain death occurs within four to six minutes after the cardiac arrest if no CPR and defibrillation occurs during that time. . (New Straits Times)
Standard & Poor's Announces Change to U.S. Index Apr 4, 2008
ZOLL Medical develops technologies that help advance the practice of resuscitation; it markets products for pacing, defibrillation, circulation, fluid replacement, and ventilation. Headquartered in Chelmsford, MA, the company will be added to the SlCap 600 GICS (Global Industry Classification Standard) Health Care Equipment Sub-Industry index. (PR Newswire)
Heart group urges "hands-only" CPR in emergencies Apr 2, 2008
Brain death begins four to six minutes after a person suffers sudden cardiac arrest if no CPR or defibrillation is given. "Hands-only" CPR is not advised for babies and children or for adults whose cardiac arrest is due to respiratory causes such as a drowning scenario or drug overdose, the group said. (Scientific American)
Hands-only CPR greatly increases survival odds Apr 1, 2008
He said the latest research on CPR supports the notion that in the critical minutes before an ambulance or defibrillation device arrives, it is very important to provide uninterrupted, deep chest compressions ... "Early defibrillation is the most successful intervention you can do.". (San Francisco Chronicle)
Doctors beware, robots are here! Mar 30, 2008
The mannequins have breath sounds and heart tones, palpable pulses, and a monitor that displays vital signs as students, physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals practice everything from bag-mask ventilation, intubation and defibrillation to chest tube placement and endoscopies. Computer programmes test decision-making skills and knowledge on topics such as advanced cardiac life support and trauma management. (India Times, India)
Actor-robots 'staff' part of new $5M simulation training center Mar 28, 2008
The mannequins have breath sounds and heart tones, palpable pulses, and a monitor that displays vital signs as students, physicians, nurses and other health care professionals practice everything from bag-mask ventilation, intubation, and defibrillation to chest tube placement and endoscopies. Computer programs test decision making skills and knowledge on topics such as advanced cardiac life support and trauma management. (EurekAlert!)
Several Methods Possible For Enhancing The Functioning Of Defibrillators In Cases Of Heart Attack Mar 26, 2008
26, 2008) The PhD, defended by engineer Sof;a Ruiz de Gauna Guti;rrez at the University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU) puts forward various methods for the elimination of interference caused by compressions and ventilations of cardiopulmonary resuscitation in the context of cardiac defibrillation ... The optimum treatment in these cases is the immediate initiation of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) to maintain artificial circulation by means of the application of thoracic compressions and... (Science Daily)
Shocking run-in with cops a lifesaver Mar 18, 2008
"Rapid CPR and rapid defibrillation over drugs, IVs, tubes," he said ... According to the heart association, CPR and early defibrillation more than doubles a heart attack victim's chance of survival ... Brain death starts to occur from four to six minutes after cardiac arrest if no defibrillation or CPR is started during that time. (Florida Times-Union)
New approach to CPR saves more lives Mar 15, 2008
"Although early defibrillation with automated external defibrillators improves survival, early defibrillation is rare and few patients with out-of-hospital cardiac arrest survive.". The new approach termed minimally interrupted cardiac resuscitation or MICR focuses on maximizing blood flow to the heart and brain through a series of coordinated interventions. (MSNBC -- Health)
Could Hackers Hit Pacemakers, Other Medical Implants? Mar 15, 2008
The researchers tested a Maximo DR VVEDDDR (manufactured by Minneapolis-based Medtronic, Inc.), because it is a typical ICD with pacemaking (steady, periodic electrical stimulation) and defibrillation (single, large shock) functions that communicates with an external monitoring device smaller than a laptop. The monitoring device has a handheld antenna that the patient holds over his or her chest, where the ICD is implanted, to read information. (Scientific American)
Pacemakers can be hacked, study finds Mar 15, 2008
"In addition, we were able to modify the settings on the device using an unauthorised machine we built. So, for instance, we could cause defibrillation shocks to not happen when they should and to happen when they shouldn't," he said. Today's ICDs typically receive wireless signals over a small distance, but technology is expanding the range of the devices - and creating greater potential for information to be intercepted. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Home defibrillator Mar 7, 2008
However, for each minute that passes before defibrillation, survival decreases by about 10 percent, studies show. The HeartStart home defibrillator is simple to operate. (Marco Island Sun-Times, FL)
Defibrillators becoming common Mar 7, 2008
Thousands of lives are also lost because defibrillation was not administered soon enough. When a person is in cardiac arrest, every minute that goes by decreases the chance of survival by 10 percent, according to Mark McManaman, administrator of emergency and medical services for Pratt County. (Pratt Tribune, KS)
'Goalie Down!' Rocked School Mar 7, 2008
CPR must be given until defibrillation shocks the heart back into rhythm, or else the heart goes into cardiac arrest. Commotio cordis is most common in young athletes struck by a ball, often in a seemingly routine play. (Florida Times-Union)
County recognizes Heart Safe initiatives Mar 6, 2008
In the event of cardiac arrest, the sooner CPR and defibrillation are provided, the better the chances of survival ... Dutchess County's program recognizes and honors the efforts of organizations that have met specific criteria in an effort to potentially save the lives of sudden cardiac arrest victims through the use of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and increased public access to defibrillation devices ... "We hope our community members continue to improve the access to early... (Rhinebeck Gazette Advertiser, NY)
Cause of cardiac arrest key to saving life Mar 3, 2008
If a person goes into ventricular fibrillation, a chaotic heartbeat, that is the type of arrest that most likely can be corrected by defibrillation. If the person is in ventricular fibrillation and the electric shock is received in less than four minutes, half of all patients can be saved, Nair said. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Letters for Sunday, February 24, 2008 Feb 25, 2008
For every minute defibrillation is delayed, there is a 10 percent decrease in the likelihood of resuscitation. Having an AED nearby will help ensure a quick and immediate response to an urgent situation. (Missoulian, MT)
Judicial Panel on Multi-District Litigation Transfers all Medtronic Sprint Fidelis Cases filed in Federal Courts to District of Minnesota; Mark & Associates, P.C. Continues to Aggressively Evaluate New Cases Feb 24, 2008
The recall involves the following Medtronic defibrillation leads. Sprint Fidelis 6930. (Primezone Releases)
LifeFlight crew members visit here, forced to leave helicopter behind Feb 23, 2008
LifeFlight crews can perform several life-saving surgical procedures on board their craft, including insertion of chest tubes, intubation, starting intravenous infusions and defibrillation. The helicopter carries a full array of medicines, including those needed in cardiac emergencies, as well as two units of blood. (Carmi Times, IL)
Good Samaritan Act and a 'heart-safe' zone Feb 22, 2008
It states that the Board of County Commissioners recognizes that some individuals who have not gone through training as required under other sections of the Collier Code of Ordinances for AEDs may be the individual in the best position to quickly and effectively administer defibrillation treatment, so 911 operators are trained in the instruction and use of AEDs in these situations. However, the most appropriate approach is to contact the Collier County EMS AED coordinator to schedule a meeting... (Marco Island Sun-Times, FL)
Can you afford to call 911 for an ambulance? Feb 21, 2008
Charged to Medicare patients who receive [bla-bla] 3 or more medication administrations by IV push or bolus and/or the provision of at least one of the following procedures: Manual defibrillation, cardio-version, external pacemaker, intubation, central line, needle thoracotomy, cricothyrotomy, or intra-osseous infusion. Milk Medicare Charge for all Medicare and Non-Medicare inter-facility transports done at a service level beyond the scope of practice for the standard paramedic (i. (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Club Employees Save Member's Life Feb 21, 2008
"People who get CPR immediately have an outcome in terms of good survival and restoration of their brain function of only 5-20 percent, whereas if they get defibrillation within 5 minutes of a cardiac arrest then their outcome is much, much better, approaching 80 to 100 percent.". Dean McDonald is one of those, and for that his wife Betty will always be thankful, "They were right on it immediately, and I'm very grateful.". (Q13.com, WA)
Congress pushes for defibrillators in schools Feb 18, 2008
Across Tennessee, there have been 22 cardiac arrests at schools over the past five years, says Mark Meredith, medical director for Nashville's Public Access Defibrillation program. An AED was used to revive six of those people at the school. (USA Today -- News)
Read more. . Feb 7, 2008
This shock, called defibrillation, may help the heart to re-establish and effective rhythm on its own. AEDs will not only provide life-saving measures to students and staff, but also to parents and community members who attend school-related events or use the school facility for community events. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
CPR's link in the chain of survival Feb 1, 2008
I was recently getting my recertification in Heartsaver First Aid with CPR and automatic external defibrillation training and in discussions with the AHA-certified instructor, today more so than in the past, there has been a drop in lay members of the community taking CPR classes, she noted. There are still some barriers, she said, to getting people to administer CPR as they are afraid they could acquire an infectious disease, have a fear of be sued, and one of the more common elements is the... (Marco Island Sun-Times, FL)
* Lifesaving devices to be installed in Feb 1, 2008
Workers at these public places will be required to learn how to perform CPR and operate AEDs -- portable electronic devices that automatically diagnose the potentially life threatening cardiac arrhythmias of ventricular fibrillation and tachycardia, and treat them through defibrillation, the department said ... Operators need only place the unit's patches around a patient's chest and follow simple directions as the device automatically diagnoses cardiac arrhythmias and treats them through... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Teaching NASA a thing or two Jan 31, 2008
They demonstrated airway management, cardiac defibrillation and specific medication administration. By doing so, NASA hoped to better acquaint and train themselves on how to provide the best care for training subjects, pilots and astronauts. (The Examiner)
Excerpts from recent editorials in Iowa newspapers Jan 30, 2008
When a 15-year-old Abraham Lincoln High School freshman collapsed while warming up in gym class recently, it sparked renewed interest in the procedures _ CPR and defibrillation _ that teachers and rescue squad personnel used to revive him. Teachers used the school's defibrillator, which had been donated to the Council Bluffs Community School District about three years ago by the Iowa West Foundation, on the student who reportedly collapsed while running warm-up laps before gym class when they... (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Off-duty, but on patrol Jan 27, 2008
About 95 percent of sudden cardiac arrest victims die before reaching the hospital and very few resuscitation attempts are successful if CPR and defibrillation are not provided within minutes of collapse, according to the American Heart Association's Web site. Betz said he hopes his experience helps bring attention to EMeRG's treatments beyond the popular association with alcohol abusers, and that it encourages others to see the value of life-saving training. (GW Hatchet, Washington DC)
Coming Back From the Dead: Can It Be? Jan 26, 2008
"It used to be thought that getting someone back as quickly as possible with CPR, defibrillation and warming was the best approach," said Dr. Abella. "Where that may in part be true, many initial survivors from cardiac arrest go on to suffer severe debilitating brain injury and sometimes don't live to leave the hospital alive.". (ABC News)
Heart Association Renews Call for CPR Training Jan 18, 2008
But, defibrillation -- shocking the heart back into a normal rhythm -- is only one of the four parts in the "Chain of Survival" that offers the best chances of survival, according to the heart association. The chain consists of four links: early recognition of the emergency and phoning 911 for EMS; early bystander CPR; early defibrillator if warranted; and early advanced life support given by health care professionals, Abella said. (Health-Finder)
Electroshock therapy makes a comeback Jan 17, 2008
At most, he noted, electroconvulsive therapy uses about a third of the amount of energy that typically jolts a heart patient during defibrillation. At the holding area, Gregory talked about his broadcast career, about the wreck his life became after the end of the career and a divorce and about how electroconvulsive therapy has worked for him. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
