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Having received notice from the Health Products Regulatory Authority, the GAA wishes to advise its members that a number of Defibtech automated external defibrillators (AED) pads supplied to the Irish market have been affixed with unauthorised labels.
The unauthorised labels, which were applied outside of Defibtech’s control, provide an incorrect expiry date. This could lead to expired AED pads being used after their shelf life which, in turn, could potentially result in a poor electrical connection and reduced energy delivered to a patient.
Should your club be in possession of a Defibtech AED, it is recommended that you read the below HPRA press release, which contains information on the products affected and the recommended corresponding actions –
For further information on Cardiac Health in the GAA, please visit - https://learning.gaa.ie/cardiachealth, or contact GAA Player Welfare Manager, eoghan.tuohey@gaa.ie