Life-saving defibrillator installed at McCloskey's MACE in Derry
Eamon McCloskey celebrates a "delightful" contribution to local safety as a public access defibrillator goes live in Rosemount
A new public access defibrillator was installed at McCloskey's MACE shop in Rosemount this week, due to funding from the British Heart Foundation.
The life-saving device will now be available 24/7/365 and is registered on The Circuit, the national defibrillator network, so that Northern Ireland Ambulance Service can direct people to it in the event of a cardiac arrest.
Eamon McCloskey from “Doc’s” MACE said: “We are absolutely delighted to see this defibrillator being installed at our shop today. It’s always great being able to contribute to the local community.
“We hope that no-one is unfortunate enough to need this equipment, but it’s reassuring to know that its ready and waiting and may save lives.”
Niall Doran, a local resident who assisted with the delivery of the project said: “This is great news for Rosemount, Lower Creggan and the wider area. Cardiac arrests often happen without warning - anytime, and anywhere.
"Early access to a defibrillator is vital to give someone the best chance of survival. Our community now has that access thanks to the British Heart Foundation. In the event of a medical emergency always call ‘999’ and ask for the Ambulance Service. They will be able to direct you towards the nearest available defibrillator.”
To hear more about BHF’s community defibrillator funding programme, visit bhf.org.uk/fundeddefibs. To take BHF’s free online CPR training, visit: revivr.bhf.org.uk.