Heroes for Hearts

04/08/2023

The Science of CPR: Saving Lives Through Simple Actions

🔬 Ever wonder how CPR works? Let's take a quick look at the science behind this life-saving technique! 💓

When someone experiences cardiac arrest, their heart stops pumping blood. Without oxygen-rich blood, the brain and other organs can become damaged, leading to life-threatening consequences.

CPR, or cardiopulmonary resuscitation, helps maintain blood flow to vital organs by manually compressing the chest. These compressions simulate the heart's natural pumping action, delivering essential oxygen to the brain and other organs.

Mouth-to-mouth resuscitation, once a key part of traditional CPR, is now often replaced by compression-only CPR for laypeople. This simplified method focuses on maintaining blood flow through chest compressions alone, making it easier for anyone to help in an emergency situation.

Together, we can save lives by understanding the science behind CPR and taking action when it matters most! 🚑

04/07/2023

🚨 5 Quick Facts About Compression-Only/Citizen CPR 🚨

Did you know that YOU can save a life? Let's talk about compression-only CPR, a life-saving technique that everyone should know. Here are 5 quick facts to get you started:

1️⃣ Compression-only CPR is a simplified version of traditional CPR, focusing on chest compressions without the need for mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.
2️⃣ Performing compression-only CPR can double or even triple the chances of survival for someone experiencing sudden cardiac arrest.
3️⃣ Anyone, regardless of age or medical background, can learn and perform compression-only CPR.
4️⃣ Good Samaritan laws in the US protect individuals who perform CPR in good faith, encouraging more people to help in emergency situations.
5️⃣ Approximately 350,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests occur each year in the US, but only 46% of victims receive immediate help from bystanders.

Let's work together to create a safer and more empowered community. Share this post and encourage your friends and family to learn compression-only CPR today!

04/06/2023

Empower Your Community: Compression-Only CPR Can Save Lives

Every day, hundreds of people experience cardiac arrest. When it comes to survival, time is of the essence. That's why it's crucial for as many community members as possible to learn compression-only CPR, also known as citizen CPR. In this post, we will discuss what compression-only CPR is, how it's performed, and why it's so important for everyone to be trained in it. We'll also look at some eye-opening statistics and explore Good Samaritan laws in the United States.

What is Compression-Only CPR?
Compression-only CPR is a simplified version of traditional CPR, focusing solely on chest compressions. This life-saving technique is easy to learn and can be performed by any layperson. Unlike conventional CPR, it does not require mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Studies have shown that compression-only CPR can be as effective as traditional CPR, particularly for adults experiencing sudden cardiac arrest.

How is Compression-Only CPR Performed?
Here are the basic steps to perform compression-only CPR:
a. Make sure the person is on a firm, flat surface.
b. Kneel beside the person, placing one hand on top of the other in the center of their chest.
c. Keep your arms straight and use your upper body weight to push down on the chest at least 2 inches deep, at a rate of 100-120 compressions per minute.
d. Continue chest compressions until emergency services arrive or the person shows signs of life.

Remember, it's essential to act quickly when someone is in cardiac arrest. Don't hesitate to call 911 and start compression-only CPR immediately. Before starting compressions, always ensure that the person/scene is safe for you to approach!

The Importance of Compression-Only CPR Training
Studies have shown that when bystanders perform compression-only CPR on someone experiencing cardiac arrest, their chances of survival can double or even triple. In contrast, waiting for EMS to arrive before starting CPR significantly reduces the likelihood of survival.
According to the American Heart Association, approximately 350,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests occur each year in the United States. Sadly, only about 46% of these individuals receive immediate help from bystanders. By training more people in compression-only CPR, we can increase the number of bystanders who feel confident and equipped to help in emergency situations.

Who Can Perform Compression-Only CPR?
Anyone can learn and perform compression-only CPR, regardless of their age or medical background. While formal CPR training courses are valuable, you don't need to be certified to provide life-saving chest compressions. The most important thing is to take action and help someone in need.

Good Samaritan Laws in the United States
Good Samaritan laws are designed to protect individuals who voluntarily provide emergency assistance to someone in need, without expecting any compensation. In the United States, all 50 states have some form of Good Samaritan law that covers individuals who perform CPR in good faith. These laws aim to encourage bystanders to help others in emergency situations without fearing legal repercussions.

Compression-only CPR is a simple yet powerful tool that can save lives in our community. By learning this technique and understanding the importance of immediate action, we can make a difference and improve survival rates for those experiencing cardiac arrest. Let's work together to create a safer and more empowered community. Spread the word and encourage your friends and family to learn compression-only CPR today.

11/04/2019

Earlier this year, our incredible Bahrain chapter partnered with Malaeb, a football field organization, to carry out bystander CPR trainings to community members in their fields. Check out this article about the launch of that parternship! Our primary mission is empowering community members with lifesaving skills, and that includes training people wherever they are at! We will be posting some pictures from those trainings in the coming weeks!

Article link: https://startupbahrain.com/news/malaeb-and-heroes-for-hearts-launch-campaign-to-save-lives/

Malaeb and Heroes for Hearts have announced a joint campaign aimed to save lives by providing CPR training for community members across Bahrain. The campaign which will be held across a number of…

11/04/2019

Earlier this year, our incredible Bahrain chapter partnered with Malaeb, a football field organization, to carry out bystander CPR trainings to community members in their fields. Check out this article about the launch of that parternship! Our primary mission is empowering community members with lifesaving skills, and that includes training people wherever they are at! We will be posting some pictures from those trainings in the coming weeks!

Article link: https://startupbahrain.com/news/malaeb-and-heroes-for-hearts-launch-campaign-to-save-lives/

05/07/2019

Heroes for Hearts Bahrain, our fourth chapter, has become a leading non-profit CPR training programme in the Kingdom of Bahrain.

This prospering chapter has trained over 800 Bahraini community members in hands-only CPR over the past year and aspires to continue preparing and empowering the Bahraini community with the life-saving skill of CPR!

Give them a follow on Instagram to follow their incredible work, partnerships, and efforts!

11/13/2018

On Saturday, October 20th, Heroes for Hearts Co-founders, Nirmal Maitra and Brandon Ferrell, gave a spotlight presentation on H4H to a crowd of over 200 distinguished guests and change makers at the Clinton Global Initiative - Universities (CGI U) conference at the University of Chicago.

H4H was honored to be selected by the Clinton Foundation out of hundreds of projects to share its story and successes. As the organization continues to grow worldwide, H4H is tremendously excited for the future and to continue to empower communities with the lifesaving skills of CPR and AED.

10/30/2018

Heart Health tip: If you are a smoker, try to quit smoking. According to the CDC: "If you have diabetes and use to***co, your risk of heart and blood vessel problems is even greater. Smoking raises your blood sugar, cholesterol, and blood pressure. Quitting smoking will lower your risk for heart attack, stroke, nerve damage, and kidney disease."

10/29/2018

Heart Health tip of the day: Follow your medication instructions. In managing most conditions, and especially diabetes, it is vital to take your medication at the instructed times and doses to best control your condition.

Follow this link to learn about how to manage the ABCs of diabetes: https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/diabetes/overview/preventing-problems/heart-disease-stroke

Learn about the link between diabetes, heart disease and stroke; risk factors; symptoms; diagnosis; and warning signs—and how to prevent or slow heart disease.

10/28/2018

Diabetes rates are rising around the world. Diabetes can commonly lead to heart disease as it damages blood vessels, and the combination of both can have devastating consequences on individuals. Over the next few days, we'll be posting a few tips on how to reduce your risk of heart disease and diabetes.

Today's tip: Stay physically active! According to the CDC, 30 minutes of moderate physical activity per day on most days can help keep your blood vessels healthy and your weight under control. Moderate physical activity can be as simple as brisk walking!

10/27/2018

According to a recent AHA study, "Less than 20 percent of Americans are equipped to perform CPR during a medical emergency situation." This is why we do what we do. Taking just 20 minutes to learn bystander CPR, can help save the life of a loved one.

10/26/2018

A video snapshot of a recent training held by members of our Kuwait Heroes for Hearts chapter! If you'd like to follow their incredible efforts, be sure to follow them on instagram at

05/19/2018

A Happy Ramadan to all celebrating we are wishing all of you and your families a blessed month!

05/06/2018

Sunday? Funday? We think so!
What can be more fun than an fact! Did you know we have set up chapters in the United States, Kuwait, Bahrain! This is all due to the incredible volunteers who put so much time and effort into furthering our cause.

04/30/2018

Take a few minutes out of your day to check out why we do what we do! 💪http://heroes4hearts.org/videos/

Heroes for Hearts, a student founded and operated 501(c)(3) non-profit providing CPR, AED, and First Aid training to communities.

04/27/2018

Effective bystander CPR, provided immediately after cardiac arrest, can double a victim’s chance of survival.

04/24/2018

"About 75 percent to 80 percent of all out-of-hospital cardiac arrests happen at home" - being trained to perform CPR can mean the difference between life or death for the people in our lives

04/23/2018

"Less than 20 percent of Americans are equipped to perform CPR during a medical emergency situation." ( AHA Study). This is why we do it.