'If We Had A Defibrillator, Things Would've Been Different For Ben'

Photo Credit: Instagram @Bens LifeLine

A midlands mum is calling for defibrillators to be installed in every built-up area.

Defibrillators should be installed at every community centre, school and built-up area.

That's the call from Mullingar mum, Alma Murray, who also wants the equipment to be unlocked and accessible at all times.

Her 13-year-old son Ben passed away from a rare condition which caused an irregular heartbeat and she says, if a defib had been nearby, things could've been different.

Ms. Murray and her neighbours established 'Ben's LifeLine,' a community group which raises money for defibrillators and CPR training.

She's been speaking with Will Faulkner on Midlands Today, and is encouraging everyone to learn how to use the equipment:

You can donate to Ben's LifeLine using the following bank details:

Account Name: Ben's LifeLine

IBAN: IE65MURU 991002 57478008

BIC: MURUIE21

You can find Ben's LifeLine on Facebook and Instagram

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