In France, automated external defibrillators (AEDs) have become essential tools in the fight against cardiac arrest, a major cause of mortality in the country. Installing these devices is an effective way to increase the life expectancy of cardiac arrest victims. Since 2007, anyone, even without medical training, is authorized to use an AED, which is considered an essential civic act.
The municipality of Andrézieux-Bouthéon has deployed 40 defibrillators throughout its territory. Among these, 31 are available continuously, 24 hours a day, to ensure rapid intervention in emergencies.
Other defibrillators exist and can be viewed on the « stay alive » application.
