First aid responders call for more AEDs in public spaces


The correct way: St John Ambulance of Malaysia national staff officer (operation) and tutor Duncan Oh (centre) showing Muslim Nazari, 37, (right) and Lim Sue Lin, 38, how CPR is done and how AED is used on a mannequin in Kuala Lumpur. — SAMUEL ONG/The Star

PETALING JAYA: More automated external defibrillator (AED) devices should be installed in places such as public buildings, places of worship and schools, say first aid responders.

St John Ambulance of Malaysia executive manager Kevin Peter Ryapan said teaching the community on awareness, skills and use of equipment related to cardiac arrest emergencies can lead to improved survival rates.

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