American Heart Association hosts hands-only CPR demonstrations in Warren for CPR and AED Awareness Week
Free, interactive sessions help residents learn how to act quickly in a cardiac emergency
WARREN, Ark. – 6-3-26 – Sudden cardiac arrest can happen anytime, anywhere, and too often people hesitate to help because they believe CPR requires formal medical training. During CPR & AED Awareness Week, June 1-7, the American Heart Association is working to change that perception by empowering community members to act when every second counts.
As part of this national effort, the American Heart Association is partnering locally to offer free hands-only CPR demonstrations at Bradley County Medical Center in Warren on Wednesday, June 3, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sessions are 30 minutes with 30 minutes between sessions.
The demonstrations will be held in six sessions throughout the day and are designed to teach the two simple steps of hands-only CPR: calling 911 and pushing hard and fast in the center of the chest. Participants will also have the opportunity to practice chest compressions and learn how to use an automated external defibrillator (AED).
According to the American Heart Association, more than two in three people in the United States believe only those with special training can perform CPR, a misconception that contributes to low survival rates for cardiac arrest. Immediate CPR can double or even triple a person’s chance of survival.
“Cardiac arrest can happen to anyone, anywhere, and the person nearby is often the difference between life and death,” said Jamya Pinkney, community impact staff member for the American Heart Association. “These hands-only CPR demonstrations are a simple way to give people the confidence and skills they need to step in and help save a life. During CPR Week, we want everyone in Bradley County to know that they have the power to act.”
More than 350,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests occur each year in the United States, and nearly 90% are fatal. The American Heart Association’s Nation of Lifesavers™ initiative aims to turn bystanders into lifesavers by increasing CPR awareness and training nationwide.
No registration or prior experience is required to attend the demonstrations. The sessions are educational and do not provide certification. Community members are encouraged to stop by at any time during the event.
For more information about CPR training and resources, visit heart.org/nation
About the American Heart Association
The American Heart Association is a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. Dedicated to ensuring equitable health in all communities, the organization has been a leading source of health information for more than 100 years. Supported by more than 35 million volunteers globally, we fund groundbreaking research, advocate for the public’s health, and provide critical resources to save and improve lives affected by cardiovascular disease and stroke. By driving breakthroughs and implementing proven solutions in science, policy, and care, we work tirelessly to advance health and transform lives every day. Connect with us on heart.org, Facebook or X, or by calling 1-800-AHA-USA1.
heart.org and stroke.orgWARREN, Ark. – 6-3-26 – Sudden cardiac arrest can happen anytime, anywhere, and too often people hesitate to help because they believe CPR requires formal medical training. During CPR & AED Awareness Week, June 1-7, the American Heart Association is working to change that perception by empowering community members to act when every second counts.
As part of this national effort, the American Heart Association is partnering locally to offer free hands-only CPR demonstrations at Bradley County Medical Center in Warren on Wednesday, June 3, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sessions are 30 minutes with 30 minutes between sessions.
The demonstrations will be held in six sessions throughout the day and are designed to teach the two simple steps of hands-only CPR: calling 911 and pushing hard and fast in the center of the chest. Participants will also have the opportunity to practice chest compressions and learn how to use an automated external defibrillator (AED).
According to the American Heart Association, more than two in three people in the United States believe only those with special training can perform CPR, a misconception that contributes to low survival rates for cardiac arrest. Immediate CPR can double or even triple a person’s chance of survival.
“Cardiac arrest can happen to anyone, anywhere, and the person nearby is often the difference between life and death,” said Jamya Pinkney, community impact staff member for the American Heart Association. “These hands-only CPR demonstrations are a simple way to give people the confidence and skills they need to step in and help save a life. During CPR Week, we want everyone in Bradley County to know that they have the power to act.”
More than 350,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests occur each year in the United States, and nearly 90% are fatal. The American Heart Association’s Nation of Lifesavers™ initiative aims to turn bystanders into lifesavers by increasing CPR awareness and training nationwide.
No registration or prior experience is required to attend the demonstrations. The sessions are educational and do not provide certification. Community members are encouraged to stop by at any time during the event.
For more information about CPR training and resources, visit heart.org/nation
About the American Heart Association
The American Heart Association is a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. Dedicated to ensuring equitable health in all communities, the organization has been a leading source of health information for more than 100 years. Supported by more than 35 million volunteers globally, we fund groundbreaking research, advocate for the public’s health, and provide critical resources to save and improve lives affected by cardiovascular disease and stroke. By driving breakthroughs and implementing proven solutions in science, policy, and care, we work tirelessly to advance health and transform lives every day. Connect with us on heart.org, Facebook or X, or by calling 1-800-AHA-USA1.
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