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– Contributed photo Pictured, left to right: Dr. Loren Reed, D.O., Dr. Terryce Blanchard, D.O., Deputy Josh Teunis, John Foss, PA-C MBA, Deputy Owen McGuigan, and Director of Nursing Melissa Metts, R.N.
SHELBY — Trinity Health Shelby Hospital medical professionals were recently presented with a “thank you” from the Oceana County Sheriff’s Office for their purchase of an automated external defibrillator (AED) for the sheriff’s office.
“A cardiac science AED was purchased by a generous donation from the medical providers in our community,” states Oceana County Undersheriff Ryan Schiller in a press release. “We are grateful for the providers in our area that recognize the need for these vital tools. Early high-quality CPR and early access to AEDs is the key to anyone surviving sudden cardiac arrest.”
“Despite recent gains, less than 40 percent of adults receive layperson- initiated CPR, and fewer than 12 percent have an AED applied before EMS arrival,” according to the American Heart Association’s 2020 Guidelines for CPR and ECC.
“Many might assume that AEDs are in every patrol car, and that is simply not the case,” stated Schiller. “AEDs are approximately $2,000 per device, which is cost-prohibitive to put in every car. We have relied on many generous donors and organizations who have given, so that these are available.
“Oftentimes when a 911 call for help comes in, our deputies have the ability to arrive prior to other first responders. When a deputy can arrive on scene and have the necessary tools, they can actually change the outcome of a patient. We are grateful for this opportunity to be a part in saving lives in our community.”
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