MEDFORD, Ore. -- Learning how to use an automatic external defibrillator can save someones life when a heart attack strikes.
Asante Rogue Regional Medical Center has pushed schools in the valley to invest in automatic external defibrillators, also known as an AED, for an extra safety precaution.
"Ashland High School was the very first school in the state of Oregon to get an AED back in 2000," said Laure Trickel, a Registered Nurse at Rogue Regional.
Trickel says since Ashland got the AED, most schools throughout the valley have followed.
"It is important to have AED's accessible in high risk areas, such as schools and community centers. It could be the difference of savings someone life," said Dr. Brian Gross.
Trickel says if you are looking into buying an AED, you need a prescription and she would be happy to help.
For more information on AED's, visit http://www.enerspect.com/Automated-External-Defibrillators-AED_c_7.html or call Laure Trickel at 541-482-9730.
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