Become a lifegian: First aid courses in the district start soon!

Become a lifegian: First aid courses in the district start soon!

Neuburg-Schrobenhausen, Deutschland - The ability to take life -saving measures in an emergency is a topic that affects us all. The Bavarian Red Cross (BRK) in the district of Neuburg-Schrobenhausen takes up this important topic and from September 15th to 27th, 2025, offers a series of first aid courses under the motto "Lebensretter 112". These courses are designed for 112 minutes and convey essential knowledge that can be life -saving in an emergency. Topics such as unconsciousness, stable side positions, free airways, resuscitation and the use of a defibrillator are on the curriculum. The silent life -threatening bleeding is also treated, which is of enormous importance, especially in critical situations. Registration for these courses is now possible, and the participation amount is 25 euros. The Donaukurier has reported that the trainers consist of voluntary and full-time Red Crosslers, who are experienced by their experience in sanity and rescue service are well prepared.

Mayor of Neuburg Bernhard Gmehling emphasizes the importance of first aid knowledge in the civil and disaster protection area. The city of Neuburg supports the campaign weeks of the BRK and even offers the first 30 participants free entry to the Neuburg Brandlbad or Parkbad - a nice motivation to take care of its training in first aid.

Current situation of first aid knowledge

Despite the obvious relevance, the numbers are alarming. According to a survey by the German Red Cross, which was carried out in 2024, only 17.1 % of those surveyed have completed a first aid course in the past two years. It is shocking that around 41 % of the participants took their last course more than 15 years ago and that 3.5 % have never attended a course. This gap in the knowledge can be dangerous in an emergency, because the longer the last course tends to decrease. The DRK speaks a clear language in this context: over a third of which is over 15 years ago, in the event help.

The topic of first aid not only has personal relevance, but is also a social responsibility. Sudden cardiac death is one of the most common causes of death in Germany and demands about 200 life every day. Fast action is crucial here. Due to lay resuscitation, the chances of survival increase considerably; Nevertheless, in about half of the cases, only laypersons begin with resuscitation measures. In these cases, the survival rate is only a good 10 % number games that should make us take notice. Life describes how important it is to act quickly: check, call, press the simple key formula.

In the intensive exchange between the public and the BRK, it becomes clear that first aid is not only a duty, but also an opportunity. Use the action weeks to refresh your knowledge and still register today!