Resuscitation Council UK

Resuscitation Council UK We are working towards a day when everyone in society has the skills they need to save a life. The hours below are our switchboard operating hours.

If you cannot reach us, leave a message on our switchboard or send an email to enquiries@resus.org.uk and we will respond as soon as possible.

Today is International Nurses Day.We want to say a huge thank you to the incredible nurses across our resus community. Y...
12/05/2026

Today is International Nurses Day.

We want to say a huge thank you to the incredible nurses across our resus community. Your skill, compassion and dedication make a real difference every single day 💙

Has your sports club taken the necessary steps to prepare for a potential cardiac arrest? Swipe to find out. Want to go...
11/05/2026

Has your sports club taken the necessary steps to prepare for a potential cardiac arrest? Swipe to find out.

Want to go deeper? Take a look at our Resuscitation in community sports best practice guide: resus.org.uk/resus-in-sports

It’s purpose is simple: to ensure if someone collapses and there is no designated medical support available, the people around them know what to do.

Cardiac arrest in sport is rare, but when it happens, knowing the steps to take and acting fast can save a life ❤️Our on...
08/05/2026

Cardiac arrest in sport is rare, but when it happens, knowing the steps to take and acting fast can save a life ❤️

Our one‑page quick guide breaks down the essential steps and keeps them easy to remember when it matters most.

Share it with your teammates or post it in your club rooms as a regular reminder: resus.org.uk/resus-in-sports

Community sport is powered by volunteers, coaches and parents, and when everyone is prepared it can help save a life jus...
07/05/2026

Community sport is powered by volunteers, coaches and parents, and when everyone is prepared it can help save a life just like Simon's.

Help your local club or team feel ready for the ultimate medical emergency with Resuscitation in Community Sports, our national best practice guide 👉 resus.org.uk/resus-in-sports

Annie’s got their ticket to Instructor Day 2026 🎉 Do you?Join us in Birmingham on 24 November for a one‑day engaging eve...
06/05/2026

Annie’s got their ticket to Instructor Day 2026 🎉 Do you?

Join us in Birmingham on 24 November for a one‑day engaging event designed to advance RCUK instructors’ expertise and improve patient safety through high-quality and supportive education.

🎟️ Get your ticket now: resusevents.vfairs.com

Quick access to a defibrillator can be lifesaving in a cardiac arrest. Yet nearly half of people don’t know where the n...
06/05/2026

Quick access to a defibrillator can be lifesaving in a cardiac arrest.

Yet nearly half of people don’t know where the nearest AED is at their local sports venue.

If you’re involved in community sport, help your club prepare for the ultimate medical emergency by making sure members are aware of where your defib is located.

Our clinical algorithms were reviewed and updated with the release of the 2025 Resuscitation Guidelines. Covering adult...
05/05/2026

Our clinical algorithms were reviewed and updated with the release of the 2025 Resuscitation Guidelines.

Covering adult, paediatric and newborn life support, they’re designed to help healthcare teams follow best practice in any resuscitation scenario.

Each algorithm is available under its corresponding guideline on our website 👉 www.resus.org.uk/guidelines2025

Last week we launched Resuscitation in community sports: a national best practice guide, designed to support community s...
04/05/2026

Last week we launched Resuscitation in community sports: a national best practice guide, designed to support community sports clubs in feeling confident and prepared to help save a life.

The guide includes:
👀 how to recognise and respond to a cardiac arrest
⚡️ information on locating and using a defib (AED)
❤️ signposting to CPR training and resources
🚨 practical actions organisers can take to improve emergency preparedness.

Read the guide here: www.resus.org.uk/resus-in-sports

30/04/2026

Involved in community sport? 🏀🏸

Whether you’re a player, coach or spectator, knowing what to do in the event of a cardiac arrest can make a lifesaving difference.

Zafar Iqbal, Head of Sports Medicine and Performance at Arsenal FC, explains how with the right preparation, every sports team and club can be ready to respond to the ultimate medical emergency.

During the ultimate medical emergency, immediate action is critical.Swipe through to learn the five essential steps to t...
29/04/2026

During the ultimate medical emergency, immediate action is critical.

Swipe through to learn the five essential steps to take if someone collapses in community sport.

Want to ensure your community sports club or local Parkrun is prepared? Share our new Resuscitation in community sports guide to help everyone confidently recognise a cardiac arrest and act fast.

🏏 www.resus.org.uk/resus-in-sports

Congratulations to Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale 👏It’s currently the UK constituency with the highest number o...
29/04/2026

Congratulations to Dumfriesshire, Clydesdale and Tweeddale 👏

It’s currently the UK constituency with the highest number of individuals and organisations registered as ResusReady!

If you know CPR, you can help your own constituency climb the leaderboard by registering as ResusReady too: resus.org.uk/resusready

David Mundell MP Dumfries and Galloway Council Scottish Borders Council South Lanarkshire Council

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