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Organisations supporting Cardiac Arrest Survivors: An exploratory survey of organisational structures and activities
Cardiac arrest survivors have diverse needs beyond healthcare, including spirituality, social networks, practical, legal, and economic matters, highlighting the need for community-based support. While some non-governmental organisations support various patient groups, little is known about those dedicated to cardiac arrest survivors.
Artificial Intelligence in Resuscitation: A Scoping Review
Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly applied in medicine, with growing interest in its potential to improve outcomes in cardiac arrest (CA). However, the scope and characteristics of current AI applications in resuscitation remain unclear.
The Use of Social Media Platforms in Adult Basic Life Support Research: A Scoping Review
A recent review published in Resuscitation Plus examines the role of social media platforms in adult basic life support (BLS) research. The review explores how platforms like YouTube, Twitter, and TikTok are used to disseminate adult BLS training content, engage learners, and collect data on public awareness. The authors highlight the potential of social media to enhance adult BLS education and identify areas for future research, including the effectiveness of these platforms in improving adult BLS knowledge and skills.
Artificial Intelligence in CPR: Driving awareness and debunking myths
Artificial intelligence (AI) tools such as ChatGPT-4o (GPT4o), Gemini Advanced (GA), DeepSeek (DS) and Qwen2.5-Max (QW), are revolutionising content creation, especially in critical areas like cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) research and public communication.
The gap between promise and reality: Evaluating new AI’s role in CPR education
Cardiac arrest remains a leading cause of death worldwide, with survival rates heavily dependent on timely intervention and widespread public knowledge of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Organisations like the European Resuscitation Council (ERC) disseminates resuscitation guidelines and foster awareness campaigns to save lives.
ERC 2025 Guidelines: Shaping the Future of Resuscitation!
The latest European Resuscitation Council (ERC) guidelines for 2025 are in development, and advocacy plays a crucial role in Systems Saving Lives. Our newly published article, “Learn to Drive. Learn CPR.”, provides key evidence to be integrated into the following ERC guidelines, reinforcing the need for mandatory CPR training for new drivers across Europe.
🔎 What the research shows:
✅ 39% of European countries already require CPR training for a driving license.
✅ Many programs lack a strong CPR focus, leaving drivers unprepared for emergencies.
✅ Driving schools reach 90% of new drivers—a unique opportunity to spread CPR education!
📢 Why this matters for ERC 2025
The ERC 2025 guidelines will emphasise systematic, policy-driven approaches to improving survival rates in out-of-hospital cardiac arrests. Integrating CPR into driver education is a proven strategy that saves lives, aligning with the advocacy efforts of the ERC and the European Driving Schools Association (EFA).
🏛️ Ongoing policy impact:
🚦 The European Parliament has backed mandatory CPR training in its new Driving License Directive proposal.
🚦 The ERC continues to advocate for its inclusion in the final legislation by engaging policymakers and stakeholders.
🗣️ Next steps:
As the ERC 2025 guidelines take shape, we call on the resuscitation community, policymakers, and driving educators to support this initiative and help create a Europe where every driver knows how to save a life.