In recognition of National CPR and AED Awareness Week, Dane County hospitals and emergency responders came together to celebrate the success of the PulsePoint app in helping to save a 28-year-old student at Madison College experiencing cardiac arrest. Connected with the Dane County Public Safety 911 Communications, the PulsePoint app alerts CPR-trained bystanders when a sudden cardiac arrest occurs in a safe public place nearby. 12 people were notified of the incident at Madison College through the app, including one individual who helped give direction, along with updates to dispatch and incoming EMS responders.
“Thanks to our community’s support of PulsePoint, a person experiencing sudden cardiac arrest may be able to receive the care they need even before EMS arrives on scene,” said Dane County Executive Joe Parisi. “Every moment matters in a medical emergency, and Tori’s story is one of many more we hope to share in future years to highlight the importance of downloading the PulsePoint app.”