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At the Casscells’ house, piano isn’t the only required practice.

“Hey guys I’m home,” Dr.

Ward Casscells said.

“I don’t feel well though.” A cardiac arrest drill is sometimes on the agenda.

“Are you ok?

” 10-year-old Henry asked.

While Henry checks his dad, 8-year-old LiIly comes running with their home defibrillator.

“Begin by removing all clothing from patient’s chest,” the machine instructed.

When the Food and Drug Administration approved home units without a prescription, the Casscells forked out $1,500 for one.

“Because you can save a life,” Dr.

Casscells said.

“And you can also teach your kids so if it happens in their school or in the airport they may be the ones to save a life.” In the last five years, defibrillators have become common in some government buildings and aiports.

Studies show the public can and will successfully use defibrillators.

The device talks would be rescuers through each step.

Several doctors said...

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