Women's Health Center Donates Life Saving Equipment
Posted on 8/31/2010
Anne Stohrer, MD, of The Women’s Health Center of Springfield, donates a Zoll AED to Christian Craig, Director of the Edgar May Health & Recreation Center in Springfield, VT.
SPRINGFIELD, VT — The Women’s Health Center of Springfield, VT, recently donated a Zoll automated external defibrillator (AED) to the Edgar May Health & Recreation Center, also located in Springfield.
Anne Stohrer, MD, who initiated the purchase and donation of the life-saving equipment, says, “This is an important piece of equipment that needs to be at the Recreation Center. While we certainly hope the need never arises, the AED provides a guide to the complete chain of survival in the event of a cardiac emergency as well as electrical defibrillation if necessary.”
The Recreation Center is utilized by a diverse population, including many seniors and residents who are choosing to increase their exercise using the Prescription For Exercise Program prescribed by their health care provider. Christian Craig, Director of the Edgar May Health & Recreation Center, states, “In 2009, we saw close to 90,000 visitors and we take personal safety very seriously. We are extremely grateful to Dr. Stohrer and The Women’s Health Center for their generous donation, which will help us in our efforts to provide a safe environment for our visitors.” ###