Real-Life Stories

Meet two SCA survivors

The AED definitely saved my patient’s life

"A 78-year old came in feeling very weak. The EKG showed a classic ventricular tachycardia. I said "Call 911," and then we got out our AED. It automated the whole process, diagnosed her, and recommended a shock. Her pulse rate came back and she converted to normal sinus rhythm.

It was certainly the woman’s lucky day.

We've had the AED in the office for about three years - we wanted to make sure we were prepared for an emergency. The AED definitely saved her life.

I'd certainly recommend having an AED to other physician’s offices."

Hernando E Chong, D.D.
Family Medicine MDS of South Florida, Miami, FL

No time to spare

Cummins [NYSE: CMI] saved an employee’s life fifteen minutes after their AED training was complete. Talk about a close call! Learn more about AEDs at work.

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Six-year-old boy saved at school

Every second matters during sudden cardiac arrest, as Corpus Christi Schools demonstrated. By making every tick of the clock count, this American school district showed exactly how seriously they take providing a safe environment for the community's youngsters.

"What I realized was if the school hadn't had the defibrillator, my son wouldn't be here, if that machine wasn't there, I would have lost him," said his mother.

"Having an AED is as important as having a fire extinguisher," said Debbie Gilchrist, Corpus Christi Schools' Coordinator of Student Health Services. "Actually, if I had to choose between the two, I would probably pick the AED."

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A Powerheart® AED saved six-year-old Emiliano's life