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Survey Reveals Defibrillator Awareness Gaps Ahead of Awareness Day

2/23/2026

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A survey by Magen David Adom (MDA) and Maagar Mochot finds 92% recognize defibrillators' importance, but 63% lack confidence in use.
The same survey shows 86% want training, while 62% have never received instruction.
Sixty percent know the nearest defibrillator's location, but 76% are unaware of MDA's national database.
MDA says timely CPR and defibrillator use can improve survival, and National Defibrillator Awareness Day is Sunday.

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Story summary

A survey by Magen David Adom (MDA) and Maagar Mochot finds 92% recognize defibrillators' importance, but 63% lack confidence in use.
The same survey shows 86% want training, while 62% have never received instruction.
Sixty percent know the nearest defibrillator's location, but 76% are unaware of MDA's national database.
MDA says timely CPR and defibrillator use can improve survival, and National Defibrillator Awareness Day is Sunday.