Bra off, pads on for effective defibrillation
Did you know that women are approximately 27% less likely to receive CPR from a bystander than men? This is often because people feel unsure or worried about inappropriate contact. That’s a barrier we want to help dismantle.
Our Community Engagement Team is building confidence by introducing female CPR training manikins into training sessions across Devon. These manikins help start open, honest conversations about dignity, respect, and correct defibrillator pad placement – giving people the knowledge and reassurance they need to act without hesitation in an emergency.
We want our communities to feel confident to act fast and take action to help save a life – remembering that doing something is always better than doing nothing.
Rhiannon Roderick – Operations Manager and Devon Air Ambulance clinician
By making female manikins a normal part of CPR training, we’re tackling the fear and uncertainty that can delay lifesaving treatment. In a cardiac arrest, every second counts – and everybody deserves an equal chance of survival.
With continued support we aim to increase the availability of female training manikins used in our sessions, strengthening the lifesaving education we provide across our communities.
Together, we can ensure more people feel ready and confident to respond, regardless of gender.
Learn more or book one of our free CPR and Defibrillator Awareness sessions.
