Genoa: "Viva Liguria Cardioprotetta," 1.200 students learn how to save lives.

Yesterday, Thursday 16th October, was an important day for Liguria, thanks to the initiative “Viva Liguria Cardioprotetta”, which involved around 1.200 students e 200 trainers in practical activities and simulations of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (RCP) in two symbolic locations: theGenova's aquarium and Ariston Theater in SanremoThe initiative, which takes place from The 13 19 October, has as its main objective that of spread the culture of rescue and prevention throughout the region, with the aim of make Liguria a heart-protected region.

The initiative is part of the program "First aid at school. First aid school.", an integral part of Ligurian School Network that Promotes Health, which annually involves numerous schools throughout the region. This year, the activity attracted the attention of hundreds of young people, who had the opportunity to learn in a practical and engaging way how to respond promptly in emergency situations.

The regional health councillor, Massimo Nicolò, he underlined how this type of training represents a fundamental step in the building a more aware community“Spreading the culture of first aid means building a more aware community, capable of intervening promptly and saving lives,” he said. “With Long Live Liguria Heart-Protected We bring a message of responsibility and solidarity to schools, training the citizens of tomorrow from a young age.”

The initiative, which is gaining more and more consensus, has also attracted strong commitment from the healthcare workers and voluntary associations“We can all make a difference in first aid with simple gestures and basic knowledge that can save a life,” he said. Paul Moscatelli, a doctor and one of the promoters of the initiative. “It is a commitment of individuals and the community that must be shared, promoted, and continued,” he added.

Another important development of the initiative was the meeting with the primary school students in Riomaggiore, where students were able to learn the basics of first aid through fun activities, including a downloadable educational game called “Breathtaking picnic“. This tool, available on app stores, teaches children, in an interactive and fun way, the first aid basics and airway obstruction“I am happy and proud that Riomaggiore is the venue for this initiative dedicated to the little ones,” commented Fabrizia Pecunia, Mayor of Riomaggiore. “The fact that it takes place along the Via dell'Amore It renews the message of cohesion and closeness to others, which is the foundation of our communities.”

The training activities are mainly intended for secondary school students, precisely the fourth grade classes, supported by a tutor teacher. The practical sessions were led by expert trainers from New Life, IRC (Italian Resuscitation Council), ANPAS, Red Cross, Mercies, and from others healthcare companies e IRCS extension, with the coordination of Liguria Health.

In addition, the event was made possible thanks to the contribution of local organizations such as the Rotary Club, New Life, ANPAS, Follow e Coop Liguria, who supported the project not only with teaching materials, but also with sponsorships and logistical resources.

The “Viva Liguria Cardioprotetta” initiative continues to represent a virtuous example of how training, health education e solidarity can become fundamental tools for save lives e making the community safer.