NFL trainer who helped save Damar Hamlin's life calls for more AEDs in NC schools after joining Carolina Panthers

$2M defibrillator plan for public schools proposed after cardiac arrest death

(The Center Square) – Two years ago, 13 North Carolina students suffered cardiac arrest while at school, one of whom died.

NFL trainer who helped save Damar Hamlin's life calls for more AEDs in NC schools after joining Carolina Panthers

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCN) — The man who helped save Damar Hamlin's life from sudden cardiac arrest on the football field two years ago is speaking to North Carolina lawmakers about getting more AEDs in schools. NFL trainer Denny Kellington, who joined the Carolina Panthers this year, spoke alongside the American Heart Association about the importance [...]

Cardiac arrest survivors, Panthers VP urge NC lawmakers to pass 'Smart Heart Act'

The proposed "Smart Heart Act" would require cardiac emergency plans, CPR training and better AED access across North Carolina. Supporters say it could save lives.

Smart Heart Act Pushes AEDs And CPR Training For NC Schools

Advocates and survivors urged Raleigh lawmakers to pass the Smart Heart Act requiring AEDs, CPR training and cardiac-response plans in North Carolina schools.