The heart pumps on its own. But to rev up its engine, the staff shocks it with the type of defibrillator paddles used in a surgical emergency. Screens show heart valves opening and closing.

The chief culprit—ventricular fibrillation—required rapid defibrillation to restore normal rhythm. To prevent arrhythmia, Geddes and Pantridge realised two innovations were needed. Firstly, the bulky ...

The Minns Labor Government is today announcing the delivery of almost 200 life-saving defibrillators to sporting and recreation organisations across the state. This announcement brings the total ...

City of Victoria first responders are implementing a new app-based system that will improve cardiac arrest patients’ access to lifesaving defibrillation, and residents can play a role in keeping ...