The School Lifesavers Study
Launched by UNIVERSITY OF BIRMINGHAM · May 11, 2017
Trial Information
Current as of July 21, 2025
Completed
Keywords
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.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
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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