Hands That Save

The Sudden Cardiac Death Awareness Initiative "Hands that save a Life" is a strategic collaboration between the Ministry of Health, the Ministry of Youth and Sports, and the Cardiovascular Research, Education & Prevention Foundation (CVREP) and managed by Expand . This initiative is designed to train qualified personnel in sports clubs and public facilities such as malls, universities, stadiums, and schools across the country in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and the use of automated external defibrillators (AEDs), providing both theoretical and hands-on training. The Ministry of Youth and Sports will also be responsible for nominating trainees from various clubs and youth centers nationwide. These selected individuals will be invited to participate in structured training programs implemented by the CVREP, ensuring adherence to the agreed-upon training plans. The Ministry of Health will be in charge of developing a training plan and reviewing the awareness content, with administrative oversight of the training implementation, and coordinating with all parties to ensure adherence to the agreed-upon training plans. Additionally, CVREP will conduct the theoretical part which will include awareness lectures and workshops and the Hands-on training to educate both the public and athletes on the importance of AEDs and their proper usage. To maintain the highest standards, the content of the awareness lectures will be coordinated with the Ministry of Health and CVREP, ensuring that the necessary materials and equipment are provided for effective training sessions. The Initiative will be held for a whole year starting February 2025.