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Resuscitation Council UK @resuscounciluk.bsky.social · 36m

💡 Heart attack or cardiac arrest? They’re not the same thing!

This #RestartAHeart month, take a minute to learn the difference (and what to do in each case) ❤️

Because knowing what to do could save a life.

Comparison chart between Heart Attack and Cardiac Arrest detailing causes, signs, and what to do.

Resuscitation Council UK @resuscounciluk.bsky.social · 1d

Every minute without CPR and defibrillation reduces the chance of surviving a cardiac arrest by 10%.*

But by learning the skills to save a life, you could make a real difference: resus.org.uk/rsah

*This statistic is supported by Grunau B, Kime N, Leroux B, et al: doi.org/10.1001/jama.2020.14185

Black background with red text that says ‘How to perform CPR’ with a subtitle that says ‘a basic step-by-step guide’. Underneath the text there is an illustration of someone performing CPR.

Step 1: "Check for danger." Advises ensuring the surroundings are safe before approaching the collapsed person.
Step 2: "Get help." Instructs shouting for help and shaking the person gently to check for a response.
Step 3: "Check breathing." Advises looking, listening, and feeling for normal breathing.
Step 4: "Call 999." Suggests using the phone on loudspeaker and informing emergency services about the unresponsive person.

Step 5: "Start chest compressions." Instructions are given on proper hand placement, compression technique, and maintaining rhythm.
Step 6: "Get a defib (if you can)." It instructs calling 999 for the location of the nearest AED and having someone retrieve it if possible, emphasising not to leave the person alone.

Step 7: "If you have a defib, switch it on and follow the instructions." The text explains that the defibrillator (AED) will use voice prompts to guide the user.
Step 8: "Continue CPR." The text advises continuing CPR until the AED gives further instructions, a paramedic arrives, or the person shows signs of life.

Resuscitation Council UK @resuscounciluk.bsky.social · 3d

80% of out-of-hospital cardiac arrests happen at home. Would you know what to do if it happened in yours?

Protect the people you care about most this #RestartAHeart month by learning the steps to CPR and how to use a defib: resus.org.uk/rsah

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Resuscitation Council UK @resuscounciluk.bsky.social · 5d

Will you be watching Brentford FC take on Manchester City this Sunday?

Keep an eye out for our CPQR code around the stadium and scan it to learn the skills to help save a life!

Brentford FC players wearing tshirts with a heart shaped QR code on the back.

Resuscitation Council UK @resuscounciluk.bsky.social · 6d

This #RestartAHeart month we’ve got a challenge for you 💪

Show us your lifesaving skills: record a 10 second portrait clip of you learning, practicing, or teaching CPR and send it to [email protected]. You could feature in our 2025 compilation at the end of the month!

Resuscitation Council UK @resuscounciluk.bsky.social · 8d

It’s #RestartAHeart month!

Every October, we lead this lifesaving campaign to raise awareness of cardiac arrest and get more people learning CPR.

Fewer than 1 in 10 survive an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest in the UK - learning CPR can help change that 👉 resus.org.uk/rsah

Resuscitation Council UK @resuscounciluk.bsky.social · 8d

📅 Save the date!

The updated UK Resuscitation Guidelines will be published at midday on 27 October 2025.

The revised guidelines will reflect the latest evidence and best practice in resuscitation science across all age groups.

Three professionals discussing the Resuscitation Guidelines 2025 at a table with documents and a coffee cup, in a bright office setting.

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Resuscitation Council UK @resuscounciluk.bsky.social · 9d

Restart a Heart kicks off tomorrow! Getting involved can be as simple as knowing what to do in an emergency.

Learn CPR from home in under an hour with our free interactive tool, 'Lifesaver'. Step into real-life scenarios and practice the skills to save a life.

👉 lifesaver.org.uk

Person performing CPR on an individual, with the word 'Lifesaver' and a red ECG line in the background

Resuscitation Council UK @resuscounciluk.bsky.social · 10d

Restart a Heart begins in just two days!

This October, we’re encouraging people across the UK to learn or refresh their CPR skills, because improving survival from cardiac arrest starts with bystanders being ready to act.

There are lots of way you can get involved 👇

Promotional image for Restart a Heart campaign encouraging participation in various activities during October. The image includes icons and text suggesting ways to get involved, such as teaching CPR, signing up for community CPR training, attending events, donating, registering as ResusReady, and posting on social media to raise awareness.

Resuscitation Council UK @resuscounciluk.bsky.social · 13d

As a first responder, it's important to look after yourself so you can continue to look after others.

Our Responder Wellbeing resource offers tools to support mental health in these critical moments: www.resus.org.uk/responder-wellbeing

Resuscitation Council UK @resuscounciluk.bsky.social · 14d

Trained in CPR? Take it further this Restart a Heart by teaching others.

Our Basic Life Support Instructor course is a training for trainers, teaching you how to plan and deliver inclusive CPR sessions for learners of all abilities: resus.org.uk/BLSi

Instructor demonstrating techniques with a CPR training manikin.

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Resuscitation Council UK @resuscounciluk.bsky.social · 14d

The countdown is on! Just one week until #RestartAHeart 2025.

We’re kicking off with Restart a Heart Live, hosted by Save a Life for Scotland.
📅 1 Oct | 09:00–21:00
💻 Free 12-hour CPR training livestream, with sessions starting every hour.

Register: restartaheart.live

Resuscitation Council UK @resuscounciluk.bsky.social · 15d

✋ Stop scrolling. In just 2 minutes, you can learn the basics of CPR.

Every day, cardiac arrests happen in our communities - you never know when you might need this lifesaving skill.

Resuscitation Council UK @resuscounciluk.bsky.social · 16d

Have you been affected by cardiac arrest?

This Restart a Heart month, we’re inviting you to share your story. Your experience could inspire someone to learn CPR, and potentially save a life.

👉 resus.org.uk/contact-us/share-your-story

Two individuals smiling while looking at a smartphone, promoting the "Restart a Heart" campaign for cardiac arrest awareness.

Resuscitation Council UK @resuscounciluk.bsky.social · 16d

When 17-year-old Raphaël collapsed while playing sport, bystanders acted fast with CPR and a defib. Despite their best efforts, he sadly didn’t survive.

His parents, Michael and Sabine, are now sharing why CPR matters so much: bit.ly/4mvaGE5

Photo of Raphael playing football, with a quote from his parents "Despite our devastation, we are relieved and grateful to know that if Raphaël could have been saved there on the pitch, he received all the attention that was needed."

Resuscitation Council UK @resuscounciluk.bsky.social · 21d

Over 4,000 people have joined our call for UK governments to support and track delivery of CPR education in secondary schools. Will you add your name?

👉 action.resus.org.uk/cpr-in-schools

Two students in school uniforms practice CPR on a manikin, with text stating "91% of parents believe the government should do more to support schools in delivering CPR training."

Resuscitation Council UK @resuscounciluk.bsky.social · 22d

We have four voluntary roles available for healthcare professionals to join our ReSPECT subcommittee!

Help shape the future of patient-centred decision-making across the UK.

More info 👉 resus.org.uk/recruitment

A healthcare professional in blue scrubs discussing with another person at a desk with a laptop, under the title "Volunteer position: Respect subcommittee member."

Resuscitation Council UK @resuscounciluk.bsky.social · 29d

Our annual Restart a Heart campaign is back next month ❤️

Want to get involved? Host your own event! You don’t need to be a CPR expert - we’ve got free training & comms packs to guide you.

Get started: resus.org.uk/about-us/get-involved/restart-heart-day/host-event-inspire-others

Resuscitation Council UK @resuscounciluk.bsky.social · Sep 9

With defib use significantly increasing the chance of cardiac arrest survival, we need more members of the public feeling confident to use them.

Let Defib Dani guide you through the simple steps: resus.org.uk/public-resources/defibrillation/defib-dani

Infographic illustrating that around 76% of people hesitate to use a defibrillator as they lack the knowledge and skills, as per the YouGov for University of Warwick Attitudes to CPR survey 2024. It features a stylized icon of a person applying defib pads on another.

Resuscitation Council UK @resuscounciluk.bsky.social · Sep 8

You don’t need to be a medical professional to perform CPR, it’s a skill that everyone can learn.

Get CPR confident 👉 resus.org.uk/public-resources/how-do-cpr

Two individuals practicing CPR on a training manikin with the message "CPR isn't just for experts."

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Resuscitation Council UK @resuscounciluk.bsky.social · Sep 5

Trained in CPR in the last 12 months? You’re just a few clicks away from being ResusReady!

Add yourself to our UK map of lifesavers and help highlight where more CPR support is needed. Every mark on the map counts!

Register now: resus.org.uk/get-involved/resusready

A person holding a smartphone displaying a form on the screen with the header "Are you ResusReady?" There are two checkboxes asking if the completion is on behalf of a business/organisation or an individual.

Resuscitation Council UK @resuscounciluk.bsky.social · Sep 4

If you ever need to use a public access defibrillator (PAD) but aren’t sure how, just turn it on and listen.

The built-in voice instructions will guide you through each step, so anyone can use one to help save a life.

Hands holding an open public access defibrillator displaying illustrated instructions on how to use it, with accompanying text explaining that the device provides verbal guidance when activated.

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Resuscitation Council UK @resuscounciluk.bsky.social · Sep 3

Back to school means new learning, but for many students, that doesn’t include CPR.

Although it’s on the curriculum, there’s no system to ensure training is delivered. It's time to change that.

✍️ Sign our petition: action.resus.org.uk/cpr-in-schools

A CPR training mannequin named Annie seated at a desk in a classroom with a laptop, wearing a lanyard labeled "Learn CPR." A banner overhead reads "Happy back to school from Headmaster Annie!"

Resuscitation Council UK @resuscounciluk.bsky.social · Sep 2

We asked the RCUK team what’s the number one thing they wish everyone knew when it comes to CPR!

What do you wish everyone knew about CPR? Comment below 👇

Resuscitation Council UK @resuscounciluk.bsky.social · Sep 1

Planning an event for Restart a Heart?

Check out our event packs, including bunting, stickers and a poster - perfect for bringing your event to life and helping spread the word about CPR ❤️

Available now: resus.org.uk/shop