Note was made that several communities, to include Newport News, Williamsburg, James City County, and Hampton are putting the AEDs into use. Further note was made that the City of Newport News fire department can at any given time put an AED with a cardiac technician in place on a fire truck within six minutes. AEDs haven t been placed on fire trucks yet due to the expense. Captain Berry concluded his presentation by opening the floor to questions from members. In closing, Mr. Berry told members that they can contact Riverside Regional Medical Center Staff Development or the AHA for additional information.
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