Medtronic Foundation Funds US School Programmes

In Cardio
Mon, 11 Feb 2008

To increase the number of bystanders trained in CPR and AED use, the 2008 HeartRescue programme will focus US grants on schools, school districts, government agencies, and non-profit organisations that develop comprehensive school-based programmes to prepare people to recognise SCA and take action.

Guidelines for Canada and Europe will also include school-based initiatives, as well as funding first responder and public access defibrillation efforts, to meet the different needs of each country.

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To increase the number of bystanders trained in CPR and AED use, the 2008 HeartRescue programme will focus US grants on schools, school districts, govern...