The Defib Store

01/09/2026

Rock legend Angry Anderson has been hospitalised with a cardiac arrest, not a heart attack. What’s the difference? Two experts explain.

👉 Read the article: https://theconversation.com/whats-the-difference-between-a-heart-attack-and-cardiac-arrest-ones-about-plumbing-the-other-wiring-229633

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26/08/2026

Compact, lightweight and built for demanding environments. The new **PRIMEDIC HeartSave myPAD** is ideal for sports clubs, hiking groups, boats, community groups and workplaces.

Buy the Primedic myPAD Portable AED (HeartSave myPAD) in New Zealand. German-engineered compact AED with 5-year battery, child mode and local support.

26/08/2026

Meet the new **PRIMEDIC HeartSave myPAD** a compact defibrillator packed with practical features.

In this video, I take a closer look at what makes it stand out:

* Clear colour LCD screen with visual guidance
* Adult and child modes at the push of a button
* The same electrode pads can be used for adults and children
* IP66-rated protection against dust and water
* Weighs just **1.1 kg**
* Compact **15 × 15 cm** design

https://www.thedefibstore.co.nz/collections/automated-external-defibrillator/products/new-for-2026-primedic-mypad-portable-aed-our-most-compact-defibrillator

Small, lightweight and easy to carry, the HeartSave myPAD is ideal for workplaces, boats, emergency-response teams and other environments where space, durability and portability matter.

Watch the video for a closer look.

28/07/2026

According to a recent BBC News report, women are 27% less likely to receive life-saving CPR from bystanders due to the hesitation around removing a bra to apply a defibrillator. To combat this dangerous stigma, The Defib Store are now introducing female manikins in CPR training to boost public confidence. AED pads must always be placed directly on a bare chest, as using a defibrillator in the first three minutes can increase survival rates up to 70%.
https://www.thedefibstore.co.nz/blogs/news/do-you-need-to-remove-a-bra-before-using-an-aed-the-answer-could-save-a-life

03/04/2025

In a significant boost to community safety, Gulf Harbour residents now have 24/7 access to an Automated External Defibrillator (AED). Supported by Rotary Club Of Whangaparāoa the Defib can be accessed by the community with a call to 111.
A great initiative keeping the community best prepared.

In a significant boost to community safety, Gulf Harbour residents now have 24/7 access to an Automated External Defibrillator (AED). This is a portab

27/11/2024

https://mailchi.mp/thedefibstore.co.nz/end-of-term-defibrillator-first-aid-check

The Defib Store is part of Oceania Medical LTD. Access any First Aid Kits or Top Up First Aid Supplies with a $10.00 discount

16/06/2024

It's a gloomy day in Wellington but we have kicked off with an amazing story. Cardiac arrest survivor Heinrich shared his incredible story which happened at rugby training in rural Taranaki. His teammates saved his life with high-quality CPR and kicking in two locked doors to find the AED in the clubroom bar. Thank you Heinrich for sharing your inspiring story.

13/05/2024

All too often a community calls us for a defibrillator after an event. We are so happy to hear about this positive outcome from a Defib in public cabinet saving a surfers life on a Christchurch beach last week.

Until this year, there was no defibrillator at the surf school in Christchurch.

26/03/2024

Join or support us in May walking or running 42k to support Kiwi Hearts. The Heart Foundation are paramount in educating & caring for kiwis with heart issues. We want to support them, so support if you can 😍
https://www.mymarathon.co.nz/fundraisers/oceaniamedical

21/11/2023

https://mailchi.mp/thedefibstore.co.nz/black-friday-is-almost-here