The American Heart Association, devoted to a world of healthier lives for all, celebrates Lowcountry Lifesaver Day on December 12th, with local mayors officially proclaiming the day. Mayor Will Haynie of Mt. Pleasant, Mayor Russ Touchberry of Summerville, and Mayor Reginald Burgess of North Charleston, have all recognized the day to promote CPR education and community engagement.
Lowcountry Lifesaver Day marks the kick-off to the 2025 Lowcountry Heart Walk and serves to raise awareness while encouraging community members to learn CPR and join the American Heart Association’s Nation of Lifesavers. Every year, 350,000 cardiac arrests occur outside of a hospital, and tragically, 9 out of 10 people do not survive. In most cases, bystander CPR was not performed.
This is why the American Heart Association is broadening efforts to drive CPR education, awareness and community initiatives through Lifesaver Day and the Heart Walk. Through grassroots fundraising, community education and corporate employee engagement, the Heart Walk aims to improve and save the lives of those that suffer from cardiovascular disease and stroke. Cardiovascular disease is the number one killer in our community. The Association’s goals include to increase CPR training accessibility, bolster bystander preparedness, and to increase funding for vital research to improve lives in our local community.
The 2025 Lowcountry Heart Walk will be held on February 22, 2025. Rick Hundorfean, MUSC Health, will chair the event.
“We envision a future where at least one person in every household knows CPR,” said Hundorfean. “The impact of having a trained, confident lifesaver in every home across the Lowcountry cannot be overstated. By joining the American Heart Association’s Heart Walk, companies are helping to turn our community from bystanders into lifesavers, ensuring that when a cardiac emergency occurs, there is someone ready to step in and make a difference.”
To register or learn more about the 2025 Lowcountry Heart Walk, visit www.lowcountryscheartwalk.org.
Once registered, participants can create a fundraising page, download the Heart Walk mobile app, and take part in the Heart Walk CPR Digital Experience to learn Hands-Only CPR in 90 seconds.
Companies interested in participating can contact CharlestonSC@Heart.org.
