CREATING A NATION OF LIFESAVERS™
The American Heart Association has set a goal of doubling the survival of cardiac arrest by 2030. In order to save more lives from the 350,000 cardiac arrests that occur outside of the hospital every year, it is critical to increase the number of people who respond to cardiac arrest by calling 911, delivering high-quality CPR and getting and using an AED as soon as it is available.
More than 23,000 children experience cardiac arrest outside of the hospital each year. 40% are related to sports and nearly 20% are infants. Cardiac arrest accounts for 10-15% of sudden unexpected infant deaths.
“If you are called to respond in a cardiac emergency, knowing CPR may save the life of someone you love,” said Chris Shives, Executive Director, American Heart Association, Nebraska. “We are committed to extending the chain of survival in Nebraska through education because the power to save a life is in each of our hands”.
Most cardiac events happen in the home. Learning CPR can mean you might make the difference between life and death for a loved one. Learn CPR today so you are ready and become a part of the Nation of Lifesavers.
Things to remember:
- CPR can save lives. For adults and teens, Hands-Only CPR can double or even triple chance of survival. Infants and children need CPR including breaths.
- More than 23,000 children experience cardiac arrest outside of the hospital each year. 40% are related to sports. Nearly 20% are infants.
- Cardiac arrest accounts for 10-15% of sudden unexpected infant deaths.
How to Join the Nation of Lifesavers™
Joining the Nation of Lifesavers is easier than ever with many learning options available to families.
Families can:
- Take an online CPR course
- Learn and practice with a CPR Anytime® Training Kit
- Watch a 60-second video to learn Hands-Only CPR
- Find a Heartsaver™ course nearby
Upcoming Lincoln Events
• Heart Ball — February 15, 2025 at Scottish Rite Ballroom
• Heart Walk — May 10, 2025 at Antelope Park
Husker Athletics
Lincoln is a featured “Cause” for the Husker Athletics Men’s Basketball Program this year! February 9, 2025 is the American Heart Association vs. Husker Men's Basketball game. CPR Hands-only education will be featured in the concourse of Pinnacle Bank Area, as well. In December, 2024, Lincoln hosted 6 heart surgery child survivors at Hendricks Training Center to meet the players and hear from Coach Hoiberg about being in the “zipper club”.
Contact, More Information
Lincoln Office - American Heart Association, Nebraska
Ella Salem, Director
(402) 875-7377
Omaha Office - American Heart Association, Nebraska
Shannon Hilaire, Communications Director
214-706-1173
AHA Website, AHA-Nebraska, AHA Nebr Facebook
