Automated external defibrillator location and socioeconomic deprivation in Great Britain

Conclusion
In England and Scotland, there are differences in distances to the nearest 24/7 accessible AED between the most and least deprived communities. Equitable access to ‘out-of-hours’ accessible AEDs may improve outcomes for people with OHCA.

Source: Heart - January 10, 2024 Category: Cardiology Authors: Burgoine, T., Austin, D., Wu, J., Quinn, T., Shurmer, P., Gale, C. P., Wilkinson, C. Tags: Open access, Editor's choice Healthcare delivery, economics and global health Source Type: research