The Importance of Quick Access to Defibrillators: An Analysis of Out-of-Hospital Cardiac Arrest Data in the UK

Out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) represents one of the most critical medical emergencies, with NHS ambulance services attempting resuscitation on approximately 30,000 people each year in the UK. The timeliness and accessibility of life-saving equipment such as automated external defibrillators (AEDs) are crucial for increasing the chances of survival. However, the data indicates that the use…