Month: April 2024
Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) can strike anyone, regardless of age or fitness level, even during exercise sessions. Having an automated external defibrillator (AED) on-site can help staff and other gym go-ers give immediate medical assistance to increase the chances of survival. Having an AED also gives those working out peace of mind that their gym is equipped with machines that keep them in shape and one that could potentially save their lives! With 30+ years of experience in emergency medicine, Dr. S. Joanne Dames shares her first-hand experience using an AED in a gym setting and …