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Free lay resuscitation courses at the University Heart Center in Bad Krozingen / Kick-off on World Resuscitation Day on 16 October

Sudden cardiac arrest can happen to anyone at any time. Unfortunately, many people are unaware of life-saving measures or hesitate to use them in an emergency.The International Resuscitation Day on Monday,October 16 is intended to raise awareness of the importance of out-of-hospital cardiovascular arrest and calls for as many people as possible worldwide to be trained in resuscitation measures.

To mark Resuscitation Day, the University Heart Center at the Medical Center - University of Freiburg, with the support of Benedikt Kreutz e.V., is offering a free resuscitation course for laypeople and first aiders at its Bad Krozingen site. Further courses will follow every two months. The courses take place from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the auditorium of the University Heart Center at Südring 15 in Bad Krozingen. Registration is not required.

Simple measures with a big impact

Cardiovascular arrest is one of the most common causes of death in Germany. Starting resuscitation immediately can increase the chances of survival of those affected many times over. However, only around 40 percent of first aiders start with chest compressions. Cardiopulmonary resuscitation courses help to maintain knowledge and reduce inhibitions. The simple rule of thumb "check, call, press" can help save lives in an emergency.

The dates at a glance:

Monday, October 16, 2023
Thursday, December 7, 2023
Thursday, February 15, 2024
Thursday, April 18, 2024
Thursday, June 20, 2024
Thursday, August 15, 2024
Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Thursday, December 5, 2024

Caption: Cardiopulmonary resuscitation courses help to maintain existing knowledge and reduce inhibitions.
Image source: Medical Center - University of Freiburg / Britt Schilling