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Automated External Defibrillators

Be AED Ready

An Automated External Defibrillator is a safe, portable device that can deliver a shock to a person in cardiac arrest if one is needed. You do not have to be a medical professional. Turn the device on and follow its voice and visual prompts.

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AED models may look different, but they guide the responder through the same basic process: turn it on, attach the pads as shown and follow the prompts.

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I Manage an AED

Review the device, pads, battery, expiry dates, signage, access and registration.

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Subsidy Program

Review current eligibility for help with qualifying AED purchase or maintenance costs.

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Training and CPR

Explore CPR and AED training available in New Brunswick.

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If someone collapses, act now!

If the person is unresponsive and not breathing normally or is only gasping, treat it as cardiac arrest.

Call 9-1-1

Put the phone on speaker and follow the dispatcher's instructions. Send someone to get an AED if one is nearby.

Start CPR

Begin CPR right away while an AED is being brought to you.

Use the AED

Use it as soon as available. Turn it on and follow the device prompts. The AED checks the heart rhythm and only advises a shock when needed.

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AED Subsidy Program

Heart & Stroke NB's AED Subsidy Program may support eligible organizations with qualifying AED purchase, maintenance, registration and training costs. Funding, eligibility and intake timing can change. Review the current program details before purchasing or applying.

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Restart a Heart Program

Heart & Stroke NB's AED Subsidy Program may support eligible organizations with qualifying AED purchase, maintenance, registration and training costs. Funding, eligibility and intake timing can change. Review the current program details before purchasing or applying.

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PAD Program

Registration with Medavie's Public Access Defibrillator Program helps emergency dispatchers direct 9-1-1 callers to a nearby AED. The facility remains responsible for keeping the location and device information current and for maintaining the AED.

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Lives saved using program-supported AEDs

34

AEDs placed by Heart & Stroke NB since 2008

700+

Out-of-hospital cardiac arrests in New Brunswick each year

1200+

AED readiness across New Brunswick

Heart & Stroke NB works with communities, workplaces, schools and recreation sites to improve AED access, maintenance and lifesaving response.

AED Maintenance

An AED that is hard to find, has expired pads or has a depleted battery may not be ready when someone needs it. Assign an AED Administrator and record every check. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions and current PAD Program guidance.

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Build confidence to act

You don’t need formal training to use an AED, but knowing what to expect can make it easier to step in and act with confidence during a cardiac arrest.

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