Bremen focuses on saving lives: first aid courses planned for schools!

Bremen focuses on saving lives: first aid courses planned for schools!

A real step is being taken in Bremen to better prepare the population for emergencies. The government parties have passed a motion aimed at informing more people about resuscitation. The average waiting time for emergency services in Bremen is eight minutes or longer, and during this time the chances of survival decrease by the minute. Rapid help from laypeople is therefore crucial, as the necessary knowledge for resuscitation is often lacking. There should now be a rethink here: The Bremen Senate will examine whether first aid courses can be made compulsory in schools. This could be an important step to better prepare the population for emergencies and increase the chances of survival.

The Lower Saxony state government has already shown the way and decided to introduce first aid courses from the fifth grade onwards from the next school year. This is exactly where Bremen could follow suit. Another goal is to build a first aid system using an app that will connect registered first aiders with the emergency services. These helpers are informed immediately in the event of an emergency and can help nearby, which is particularly valuable when every second counts. Such systems are already in use in Bremerhaven and the Oldenburg area, and there is a good chance that this will soon become a reality in Bremen. Buten and inlandreports on these important developments.

Know how it works: resuscitation in an emergency

The basic steps of resuscitation are easy to remember: check, call, push. Anyone who acts correctly in such a situation can help significantly. First of all, it is important to check for reactions from the person concerned, for example by speaking loudly or shaking the shoulder slightly. If there is no response and breathing is abnormal, resuscitation measures must be initiated immediately. In such a case, the emergency services should be alerted immediately on the emergency number 112, as this call is also possible in Germany free of charge and without an area code.

The cardiac massage itself must not be interrupted. While the person is lying on their back, it is important to press the chest regularly and sufficiently deeply - about 5-6 cm - at a rate of 100-120 compressions per minute. Alternatively, the well-known melody of “Stayin’ Alive” can help you find the right beat. However, chest compressions should not be paused to get a defibrillator, but at least two lay rescuers should take turns performing the compressions. This all needs to be well coordinated at such a critical moment, and anyone who has taken a first aid course can make a big contribution to this. The experts from GRC have explained more about this.

The importance of regular training

First aid knowledge can be a lifesaver. According to experts, you should refresh this knowledge in a refresher course every five years in order to be well prepared in an emergency. A simple course for a driving license is valid for life, but knowledge of current techniques and procedures should always be kept up to date - this is also emphasized by the former DRK President Dr. Rudolf Pagers. If you add the traffic accidents in Germany, with an average of eight deaths per day, it becomes clear how important these measures are. First aid measures play a crucial role in the rescue chain. Remote doctorreports on the alarming figures and the need for continued training.

Overall, the introduction of mandatory first aid courses in schools and the establishment of an effective first aid system in Bremen could lead to a real improvement in emergency care. A lot depends on the willingness and knowledge of people, ready to act when it matters most.