AED (Automated External Defibrillation)

Saving a Life Is as Easy as A-E-D

In the time it takes you to read this information, sudden cardiac arrest will have claimed another victim. Statistics show that more than 300,000 Americans die of sudden cardiac arrest every year. Up to 50,000 of these deaths could have been prevented if someone had initiated the Cardiac Chain of Survival, and an automated external defibrillator (AED) had been available for immediate use at the time of the emergency.  The American Red Cross has a vision of one person in every household being trained in First Aid and CPR lifesaving skills, and all Americans being within four minutes of an AED and someone trained to use it in the event of sudden cardiac arrest.

All American Red Cross Adult and Child CPR courses contain defibrillation skills and information. We invite you to learn more about the technology and training that could save the life of a co-worker, family member or a friend by contacting your local American Red Cross chapter.

How much does an AED cost?

The cost of an AED varies by manufacturer and model. Currently, AEDs can be purchased for as little as $1500.

Does the Red Cross sell AEDs?

No, but to help the Red Cross meet its mission of saving lives, agreements have been established with AED manufacturers to allow Red Cross chapters the opportunity to facilitate the purchase of AED units and provide CPR and AED training to AED purchasers.

For more information, please contact Libby Lynskey.