Five years ago, Hurricane Katrina struck the Gulf Coast.   Over 1,800 Gulf Coast residents lost their lives and damages totaled more than $80 billion - the costliest hurricane in U.S. history.   One of the many untold stories from Katrina is the number of people who died due to running out of oxygen because of sustained power outages.  Countless others waited days for professional medical attention only to fall victim to the gaps in disaster preparedness and response. 

At E/Pax, we are committed to helping ordinary people save the life of a loved one, a neighbor, or co-worker.  Our emergency oxygen systems are safe, easy to use and can be counted on to provide medical grade quality oxygen when government and private infrastructures are strained or fail.  Be prepared with an E/Pax emergency oxygen system.

Heart Attack Warning Signs

• Chest discomfort. Most heart attacks involve discomfort in the center of the chest that lasts more than a few minutes, or that goes away and comes back. It can feel like uncomfortable pressure, squeezing, fullness or pain.   
• Discomfort in other areas of the upper body. Symptoms can include pain or discomfort in one or both arms, the back, neck, jaw or stomach. 
• Shortness of breath with or without chest discomfort.  
• Other signs may include breaking out in a cold sweat, nausea or lightheadedness.    

Calling 9-1-1 is almost always the fastest way to get lifesaving treatment.  But sadly, delays in ambulance responses are all too frequent.  When minutes are the difference between life and death, be prepared with an E/Pax Emergency Oxygen System.

Each June, the National Safety Council encourages businesses to get involved and participate in National Safety Month.  At E/Pax, we are committed to helping you reduce the number of injuries, illnesses and fatalities, whether at work or at home.  An effective response during an emergency depends on the quality of planning and training that occurs before a situation arises.  Be prepared with an E/Pax Emergency Oxygen System.