The Arrhythmia Alliance is delighted to announce that The Chew Valley Defibrillator Project was officially launched on 21st November. Over 70 people attended the launch, including Mike Yates from The Department of Health and Mick Colqhoun from The Resuscitation Council who announced their full support for this initiative.
Clive Setter of Setter & Lee Estate Agents has donated 15 automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to rural village locations around the valley. Working in partnership with Arrhythmia Alliance and the Great Western Ambulance Service, this public access placement is the first of its kind in the country.
The project will act as a model for other locations where public access to life saving defibrillators is essential. The initiative forms part of the forthcoming ‘Where’s the AED?’ campaign which aims to raise awareness of cardiac arrest and promote placement of AEDs. Visit www.heartrhythmcharity.org.uk or email Laura for further information.
Heart Rhythm Congress 2007 a success!
A-A, in partnership with HRUK held the second Heart Rhythm Congress from 29th – 31st October. The meeting was highly successful and very well attended with over 2400 delegates passing through the doors over the three days. We have released a separate e-bulletin for Heart Rhythm Congress 2007, which is available here
Guidance for Commissioners from the National Heart Rhythm Device Taskforce
The National Heart Rhythm Device Taskforce has produced a guidance document to inform Commissioners about the role of devices in cardiac rhythm management, the economic and healthcare benefits of a structured and funded service and resource planning needs. Read more
Questionnaire on antibiotic prophylaxis and anticoagulation for medical professionals
Medical Professionals who implant bradycardia/ICD devices are invited to complete the questionnaire on antibiotic prophylaxis and anticoagulation to assess the variable nature of practice from a UK perspective. Click here to complete the questionnaire
Q: How easy is it to ask for a referral, and what is the best approach?
A: To quote The National Service Framework for Arrhythmias & Sudden Cardiac Death (NSF), people presenting with arrhythmias should receive timely assessment by an appropriate clinician to ensure accurate diagnosis and effective treatment and rehabilitation. The NSF also states definitively which individuals should be referred to a heart rhythm specialist, and sets out standards for the on-going treatment for those with arrhythmias. If you would like more information, full details are given on our website or contact us at the A-A for a copy of the NSF information booklet.
