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The School Lifesavers Study

Launched by UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM · May 11, 2017

Trial Information

Current as of July 21, 2025

Completed

Keywords

Cpr Schools Education Lifesaver

ClinConnect Summary

The UK has one of the highest rates of cardiovascular disease in the world and approximately 60,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests occur every year, half of which are attended to by the emergency services. The public health implications of this are significant as the number of out of hospital cardiac arrests will increase with the rising incidence of obesity and other co-morbidities in the UK's ageing population. Basic Life Support (BLS) can improve the outcomes of these people if it is swiftly performed at the scene of the cardiac arrest.

BLS is defined as a set of skills that can be use...

Gender

ALL

Eligibility criteria

  • Inclusion Criteria:
  • All secondary schools in West Midlands
  • Year 8 pupils
  • Exclusion Criteria:
  • Participation in British Heart Foundation Heartstart programme
  • Schools with established CPR training programme for Year 8 and unable to substitute their programme with teaching provided by this study
  • Inability to participate in study during allocated timeframe

About University Of Birmingham

The University of Birmingham is a leading research institution in the UK, renowned for its commitment to advancing medical science and improving health outcomes through innovative clinical research. With a strong emphasis on collaboration, the university engages in multidisciplinary studies that leverage cutting-edge technology and expertise across various fields. Its dedicated clinical trial infrastructure supports rigorous investigation and the ethical conduct of research, ensuring that findings contribute meaningfully to the scientific community and public health. Through its initiatives, the University of Birmingham aims to translate research discoveries into tangible benefits for patients and healthcare systems alike.

Locations

Patients applied

0 patients applied

Trial Officials

Joyce Yeung

Principal Investigator

University of Birmingham

Timeline

First submit

Trial launched

Trial updated

Estimated completion

Not reported

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