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NorthBay Medical Center designated the facility for severe cardiac patients after a review of the care program.

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Washington Hospital Center Uses Mobile App to See Cardiac Patients before Arrival

CodeHeart app lets cardiologists see patients in the field.

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N.J. EMS Captain Dies Following Response

He went into cardiac arrest en route to the hospital.

Posted Tuesday, October 4, 2011

L.A. Teen Cheerleader Dies of Cardiac Arrest During Football Game

Bystanders performed CPR while waiting for paramedics to arrive.

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