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Why we should support the BHF in Covid times like this?
The global COVID-19 pandemic has meant that thousands of charities have
not been able to raise anywhere near the amount of funds that they can
usually achieve. Fundraising has been stopped which means monies that
would usually be donated has frozen. That combined with uncertainty of
job security has meant that people have tightened their purse strings
and have stopped donating to charity.The British Heart
Foundation as suffered a huge blow since the pandemic which has seen
their ab
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11th Dec 2020
What is a sudden cardiac arrest (SCA)?
The heart has an electrical system that controls the pace it beats at and the rhythm of your heartbeat. Most people will live their lives not having any troubles with their heart and will not experience anything different to their normal heartbeat. Problems with the heart’s electrical system however, can cause an irregular heartbeat called an arrhythmia.There a number of different types of arrhythmia which can cause the heart to beat too fast, too slow, irregularly or for them to stop the heart
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30th Nov 2020
Are defibrillators used for heart attacks?
A heart attack and a sudden cardiac arrest are two different conditions which are often confused with each other. A heart attack is usually caused due to a blockage in the coronary vessel that leads to the heart. This means the heart can no longer pump oxygenated blood around the body. Heart attacks are caused due to circulatory problems and are often related to lifestyle habits such as a poor diet and lack of exercise. When someone suffers a heart attack, symptoms include chest pain, shortness
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28th Nov 2020
Secure tool storage by Risk Assessment Products
Ensuring your tools are kept safe is something that every business owner or trades person values highly when working in any practical industry. Whether you are a mechanic, electrician, builder, decorator or any other profession, tools are very costly which is why it’s so important to keep them well looked after and safe.Opting for secure tool storage by Risk Assessment Products can give you peace of mind when it comes to looking after your items. It’s important as a business owner or if you are
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25th Oct 2020
Why choose a Heartsine Defibrillator (PAD?)
Choosing a defibrillator can make the difference between life and death so why go for anything but the best? With a solid reputation, the Heartsine defibrillators are renowned for use in public areas. Public access defibrillators (PADs) can be used on anyone who has suffered a sudden cardiac arrest.As cardiac arrests can occur to anyone at any time, they are extremely difficult to predict. Unfortunately, if someone suffers a cardiac arrest you must act as quickly as possible as fatality rates ar
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15th Oct 2020