Cobridge Driving Centre Defibrillator Upkeep and Maintenance Fund
Organiser:
AED Donate
Location
East of England
Target Amount:
£200
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Cobridge Driving Centre Defibrillator Upkeep and Maintenance Fund
Cobridge Driving Centre is partnering with AEDdonate to raise funds to support the ongoing upkeep of the defibrillator located at the Driving Centre. This vital life‑saving device is already in place and accessible to anyone in the event of a sudden cardiac arrest (SCA).
To ensure the defibrillator remains fully operational and ready to use at all times, regular replacement of pads and batteries is essential. This campaign is focused on covering those ongoing costs, helping to protect our community for years to come.
This defibrillator has been deployed by the Ambulance Service 8 times since its installation.
Why Maintaining a Defibrillator is Important
Each year in the UK, over 30,000 people suffer a sudden cardiac arrest outside of a hospital. Survival rates are low, with fewer than 1 in 10 people surviving.
In a sudden cardiac arrest, every second counts. Without immediate CPR and defibrillation, survival chances decrease by around 10% per minute. Early CPR and access to a defibrillator can significantly improve survival chances.
However, public access defibrillators are used in only around 9% of cases, highlighting the urgent need to make these life-saving devices more accessible in our communities.
