10/16/2026
Today is World Restart a Heart Day!
When cardiac arrest happens, the first chance for survival often rests with the people nearby. Yet 2/3 people believe only those with special training should provide CPR, a mistaken belief that costs lives. This World Restart a Heart Day, the American Heart Association is reminding everyone you do not need medical credentials to learn CPR. You need knowledge, courage and the willingness to act.
For adults and teens, Hands-Only CPR has two simple steps:
Step 1: Call 911.
Step 2: Push hard and fast in the center of the chest until help arrives.
Each year in the United States, more than 350,000 people experience cardiac arrests outside of a hospital, and 90% do not survive. CPR, especially if performed immediately, can double or triple a person's chance of survival. Still, less than half, about 42%, receive CPR from someone nearby while waiting for emergency responders.
This World Restart a Heart Day you can take action by joining the Nation of Lifesavers:
Learn CPR by watching a short video or finding a CPR class.
Share your CPR story and apply to be part of the 2027 Nation of Lifesavers Class.
Advocate for your community to develop a cardiac emergency response plan (CERP).
Share CPR resources with your family, workplace and community to help make lifesaving action a social
norm. Use on social media.
