posted on April 01, 2025 What to Expect When Calling 911 for an Ambulance
Understanding what to expect when calling 911 can help you stay prepared in an emergency. Your quick and accurate responses can make all the difference in getting the right help to the right place and delivering life-saving instructions prior to the emergency responders arrival. 
 

posted on March 31, 2025 World Health Day
April 7, 2025, is World Health Day, a day which encourages everyone across the globe to engage in activities that promote well-being and emphasizes the importance of health as a fundamental human right.

posted on November 01, 2024 Preventing AED Theft
Unfortunately, it is not uncommon for AEDs to be stolen. Consider these suggestions on how to safeguard your AED, while keeping it easily accessible for emergencies.

posted on October 03, 2024 Obstacles that can interfere with AED use
While AEDs are designed to be user-friendly, they do have some limitations. Much like any technology, certain conditions can limit an AEDs ability to function properly and assist the patient as intended. Make sure you’re familiar with the circumstances below, and how to avoid them interfering with your use of an AED.

posted on October 01, 2024 AED Batteries: What you need to know
Answers to the most commonly asked questions about the batteries for your AED.

posted on September 04, 2024 How to maintain your AED
Maintaining your AED may feel confusing, and even overwhelming. Don’t worry! Heart Safe is here to help. Here you will find helpful information and supports that will help you keep your AED in proper working order.

posted on July 12, 2024 How to complete an AED inspection
AEDs should be inspected at least once per month to make sure they are rescue ready. This is a simple process that only takes a few minutes. Read more to find out how to complete these monthly inspections.

posted on January 15, 2024 Heart Safe is now using What 3 Words to help you identify the location of your AED!
What 3 Words (W3W) is a geocoding system, similar to latitude/longitude. Rather than using a series of number to identify location coordinates, W3W uses words which makes it easier to share and communicate.

posted on January 23, 2023 Supporting your Mental Health after dealing with a medical emergency
Dealing with intense medical emergencies can have a profound impact on Rescuers. Read more about available resources and supports.

posted on August 24, 2022 What to do after your AED has been utilized in an Emergency
Read more about the steps to follow to get your AED back in working order after it has been used in an emergency.

posted on January 01, 2020 AED Map and Site Listings
The Alberta PAD Program is excited to display this map of Alberta highlighting the location of over 4,000 registered AEDs