Every year, sudden cardiac arrest affects people of all ages in Malta and Gozo. It can happen anywhere - at home, at work, in the street, or even during sports. When it happens, every second counts.
Research shows that survival chances decrease by 10% for every minute without defibrillation. That’s why it is crucial to know where your nearest Automated External Defibrillator (AED) is located.
What Is an AED?
An AED is a small, portable device that can analyse the heart’s rhythm and deliver an electric shock if needed. It helps restore a normal heartbeat in cases of sudden cardiac arrest.
The best part? AEDs are designed for anyone to use, even without medical training. They give clear step-by-step voice instructions, meaning that you can act quickly and confidently in an emergency.
AEDs in Malta & Gozo
In Malta and Gozo, AEDs are available in many public areas, workplaces, gyms, sports facilities, and community spaces. However, unless you know exactly where they are, precious minutes could be lost.
That’s where the AED Malta mobile app comes in. The app allows you to:
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📍 Instantly find the nearest AED location
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🚑 Access information about AED use and first aid
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❤️ Help Malta become a more heart-safe community
How to Be Prepared
Here are 3 simple steps you can take today:
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Download the AED Malta app (available on Android and iOS).
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Familiarise yourself with the AEDs closest to your home, work, and gym.
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Share this knowledge with friends and family - awareness saves lives.
Together for a Heart-Safe Malta
Cardiac arrest can happen anytime, anywhere. By knowing where your nearest AED is, you could be the difference between life and death.
👉 Learn more and get the official app here: https://aedmalta.eu