SaveHeart Stories Newsletter
Volume IV
News to Use in the Fight Against Sudden Cardiac Arrest
Hello friends,
Every once in a while, certain moments remind us just how special life is, and we feel an overwhelming sense of peaceful appreciation for our many blessings. Last week was one such moment. Just before a trip to Indiana and Ohio to visit with customers and partners, we received the exciting news that SaveHeart by HeartNation was named by MedTech Outlook as “Top AED
Pulling out of the driveway, I felt incredibly grateful that we received this honor. It’s more than just an award- it’s recognition that what we’re doing together with partners and customers is making a lifesaving difference in local communities all around the country.
And just like that, I wasn’t thinking about the award. Instead, my mind focused on the things that matter most: a wonderful wife and family, close friends, a loving God, good health, and the ability to do meaningful, fulfilling work. I guess it’s my interpretation of what Kenny Chesney called “The Good Stuff’ in his famous song.
This beautiful moment of clarity and appreciation was fleeting, as they always are. But I’ve found that these ‘big’ thoughts influence me to do a better job on the ‘little’ things that matter.
More than ever, I am extremely grateful to lead SaveHeart by HeartNation and work on a daily basis with exceptional people– colleagues, customers, partners, and supporters. You’re the reason that we exist. We all agree that SCA survival rates won’t improve by doing the same old things. That’s why we’ll keep investing in innovation, continuous improvement, and partnership, just like we did in designing and launching our exciting line-up of enhanced GEN2 outdoor AED cabinets.
From all of us at SaveHeart, thank you for standing with us. We’re just getting started,
and together the best is yet to come.
Dave Fritzsche,
Founder, SaveHeart by HeartNation
HeartNation Happenings…
Schools Across the USA Expand
Lifesaving AED Access Outdoors
Lewiston-Altura High School in Minnesota recently added an outdoor, monitored AED Tower to protect athletes and spectators during outdoor events. The SaveHeart by Heart Nation outdoor AED installation was made possible through our trusted distributor partner, My AED & CPR Solutions.
Further west, Sunnyside High School in Washington has tripled their safety, installing a SaveHeart Basic, Wall-Mount, and Tower AED Cabinet to build layers of protection across campus.
The school’s logo on the Wall-Mount and Tower
units increases visibility, strengthens school pride, and signals a commitment to health & safety for the larger community
At SaveHeart by HeartNation, we’re proud to support schools like these that are pace setters in the campaign toward heart safety on campus. We’re grateful for the partnerships and for their commitment to preparedness.
October is National Cardiac Awareness Month
October is Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month. This is a time to honor lives lost and recognize the inspiring people who are leading the charge to improve SCA awareness, detection response, and outcomes. From nonprofit partners who work tirelessly to provide SCA awareness, heart screenings, CPR & AED training, and AED donations, to leading manufacturers, distributors, and trainers who provide essential lifesaving products and program services, we’re proud to partner with you in local communities everywhere.
We all share a lifesaving mission to change the status quo to eliminate unnecessary SCA death so that no more families experience the pain of losing a loved one to SCA.
Honoring Matthew Mangine Jr. with the Gift of Life
This October, the Matthew Mangine Jr. One Shot Foundation is inviting $22 donations to help fund the donation of an AED to a local school or youth sports program. The effort honors what would have been Matthew’s 22nd birthday, and fittingly, it comes during National Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month.
We here at SaveHeart by HeartNation support this celebration of Matthew’s life and we hope you will do the same.
Have You Heard the
SaveHeart Stories Podcast?
The SaveHeart Stories podcast tells real life stories from people affected by SCA, including those who have dedicated their lives to eliminating unnecessary SCA death. You can listen on SaveHeartStories.com, on our YouTube Channel or wherever you stream your favorite podcasts
SaveHeart Stories Episode #4
In Business to Save Lives:
A Conversation with
Bob Stickel of LifeSavers, Inc
Did you know survival rates from sudden cardiac arrest haven’t gone up, even though more AEDs are out there than ever before? That’s a tough truth, but it’s also a call to action.
On this recent episode of SaveHeart Stories, Dave Fritzsche sits down with Bob Stickel of LifeSavers, Inc. to talk about what’s missing.
If you care about protecting your family, your team, or your community, this conversation will open your eyes to what really makes the difference when every second counts. You can listen to the SaveHeart Stories podcast here, and wherever you stream your favorite shows.
If you’re interested in being a guest on SaveHeart Stories, please contact us- we’d love to help you tell your story!
Thank you so much for your support.
Check out the Podcast page!
From the SaveHeart Stories Blog
Beyond the Award: Why This Recognition Matters
Being named Top AED Monitoring Technology 2025 by MedTech Outlook is an incredible honor—but as much as we’re grateful for this award, we’re more excited for what’s to come.
Our latest blog shares the story behind this national recognition, the partners and communities who made it possible, and how innovation and compassion continue to shape the future of lifesaving readiness.
Learn More About Protecting Against Sudden Cardiac Arrest in Your Community
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