Talbot Paramedic Foundation

12/18/2025

Myth: AEDs are complicated and only trained professionals should use them.

Fact: AEDs are built for everyday people. They walk you through every step with clear voice instructions — and they won’t deliver a shock unless it’s needed.

Knowing how simple AEDs are can save a life.

Be ready. Be confident. Take action.

12/18/2025

Talbot Paramedic Foundation board members held their Christmas dinner at Harrison’s Harbor Lights Restaurant last night to celebrate all the many accomplishments this year. Photo courtesy of Bill Wilson.

12/14/2025

🚁 Drones Delivering AEDs: A New Frontier in Saving Lives

A pilot program in Forsyth County, NC, and James City County, VA, is testing whether drones can help save people experiencing sudden cardiac arrest by delivering automated external defibrillators (AEDs).

When a 911 call meets the criteria, both EMS and a drone are dispatched. If the drone arrives first, it lowers an AED from 200 feet in the air while dispatchers guide bystanders on how to use it.

With over 350,000 cardiac arrests in the U.S. each year — and survival dropping roughly 10% for every minute without defibrillation — faster AED access could be a game-changer.

“This project is laying the groundwork for what we hope will become a large, multi-center clinical trial,” says Joseph Ornato, SCAF Advisory Council member. “Future research will help us understand how well this works, costs, and how to get AEDs to people quickly — in cities and rural communities alike.”

📖 Read more here: https://www.sca-aware.org/sca-news/drones-are-delivering-life-saving-defibrillators-to-911-calls

12/13/2025

12/03/2025

SaveHeart is a longstanding partner with Talbot’s CARE AED program. We continue to expand the number of public access AEDs all across the county. We are grateful for so many community partners including Team Trace and Gunther's Electric, Inc., as well as Talbot County Emergency Services (DES).
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11/26/2025

Talbot’s Winterfest is just around the corner.

11/25/2025

Congratulations to the entire team.

11/21/2025

There are so many ways to carry an AED. Here a pair of Zoll AED 3s are being placed in the field for rapid access. Public Access Defibrillation is becoming very common across the country.

10/30/2025

One more day for cardiac arrest awareness month. Have a plan. CPR and AEDs save lives!

October Is National Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month Sudden Cardiac Arrest is a leading cause of death in the United States, taking the lives of more than 356,0001 people each year, including more than 23,0002 youth under age 18. Sudden Cardiac Arrest vs. Heart Attack Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA...

10/20/2025

Even an eight year old knows CPR and AEDs save lives!

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10/14/2025

Bill Wilson is secretary and board member for the Talbot Paramedic Foundation. He is a constant advocate for making Talbot a better place to live.

🌟 Shining a Spotlight on Bill Wilson! 🌟

For Team TIS Tuesday, we are thrilled to highlight the incredible Bill Wilson, both a dedicated volunteer and an inspiring employee. Bill consistently goes above and beyond, earning him a cherished spot in our team. Aside from his outstanding work with us, Bill teaches CPR as an outreach class at Easton Hospital, where he also works. His commitment and passion are truly admirable, and we are so grateful to have him as part of our community. Thank you, Bill, for everything you do! 💙

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