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Why Have a LifeVac Device on Your Premises
Choking is one of the leading causes of accidental deaths, particularly in children and those over the age of 65. In fact, people over 65 years of age are seven times more likely to choke on food than children aged 1–4 years of age.
Choking can lead to death in under 10 minutes, with irreversible brain damage occurring in less than 6 minutes due to oxygen deprivation. The UK ambulance service targets an average response time of 8 minutes; however, if a person is deprived of air for this duration, the likelihood of severe brain injury is significantly increased.
According to data from the Office for National Statistics, approximately 351 individuals die annually in the UK as a direct result of choking. Experts suggest this figure likely underrepresents the true scale, as many choking-related deaths are attributed to underlying conditions such as Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, or Multiple Sclerosis, conditions that often impair swallowing and increase choking risk.
Having a LifeVac on your premises will ensure that both staff and visitors will be protected in the case of a choking accident, be that on food, medications, dental appliances or everyday items.