Prevent Sudden Cardiac Arrest! Muhammadiyah-'Aisyiyah Train CPR for Gamping Residents

Heart disease is still the leading cause of death in the world. According to a World Health Organization (WHO) report, approximately 17.9 million people die each year from cardiovascular disease, representing 32 percent of all global deaths. Of this number, as many as 85 percent are caused by heart attacks and strokes.

In Indonesia, the prevalence of coronary heart disease and sudden cardiac arrest shows an increasing trend, along with changes in lifestyle, unhealthy diet, and lack of physical activity.

Sudden cardiac arrest can happen anytime and anywhere, often without warning. Quick action within the first few minutes is critical to saving lives. Therefore, public understanding of Basic Life Support (BHD), especially Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), is crucial.

As a form of Muhammadiyah and ‘Aisyiyah’s real contribution in improving community preparedness for cardiac emergencies, a Community Service activity in the form of Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Training was carried out in Pasekan Lor Hamlet, Balecatur, Gamping on April 15, 2025.

This activity involved participants from Posyandu health cadres and the general public in Pasekan Lor, Balecatur, Gamping. The participants received theoretical and practical training related to the implementation of CPR as part of Basic Life Support.

The training materials were delivered by experienced resource persons, namely:

Dr. dr. Adi Pramono, M.Kes., Sp.An. lecturer from Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta (UMY)

Ns. Hamudi Prasestiyo, M.Kep., Sp.Kep.Onk. lecturer from University of ‘Aisyiyah (UNISA) Yogyakarta

PKU Muhammadiyah Gamping Hospital Health Team

“In this training, participants were given an understanding of the signs of cardiac arrest, the importance of recognizing emergencies early, and effective heart-lung resuscitation techniques. Practical sessions using pantomimes (training dolls) aimed to familiarize participants with performing CPR with the correct technique,” said Hamudi.

Evaluation results showed that there was a significant increase in participants’ knowledge of the basic principles of CPR. In addition, participants were able to practice CPR techniques well in accordance with standard procedures. The enthusiasm of the participants was very high, with many questions and active discussions during the session.

Through this training, it is hoped that health cadres and ordinary people can become first aiders who are alert and skilled in dealing with sudden cardiac arrest cases in their neighborhood. As more people are trained in CPR, the safety rate due to cardiac arrest in the community can increase.

This activity is clear evidence of the importance of collaboration between academics, health workers, and the community in building community resilience against cardiovascular emergencies as a tangible proof of the contribution of Muhammadiyah and ‘Aisyiyah in the community.