Returning: Heart of the Nation

Heart of the Nation: The World’s Largest CPR Class will return for a second special this Saturday on Nine.

The passion project of original Yellow Wiggle and cardiac arrest survivor Greg Page AM, it is presented in conjunction with Page’s charity, Heart of the Nation.

Page says: “As someone who was successfully resuscitated by bystanders who knew what to do, I know the value of everyday people knowing how to do CPR and use an AED (Automatic External Defibrillator). That’s why we want to hold this event to educate and empower more people to step up and save a life.”

Hosted by Richard Wilkins together with Page, and featuring 9News Sydney’s Emma Lawrence, the 90-minute special marks a unique chance for every Australian to learn or refresh their life-saving CPR skills, while raising awareness of AEDs across the country.

“Last year’s event was amazing,” Page says. “And this year we are hopeful that more people tune in to refresh their skills and knowledge.”

This year viewers can look forward to appearances by The Block’s Rachel and Ryan, plus former Australian cricketer Ryan Campbell who will share his personal experience with sudden cardiac arrest alongside the touching, real-life stories from people across Australia.

Integral to Heart of the Nation, The World’s Largest CPR Class is the class itself, designed with both adults and children in mind and taught once again by Daniel Gay of Surf Life Saving NSW. Featuring real-life demonstrations and clear, easy-to-recall techniques, the class will empower participants with vital CPR skills that could one day save a life.

Viewers can also download a certificate of participation to mark their involvement in Heart of the Nation, The World’s Largest CPR Class by scanning the QR code on-screen or on the heartofthenation.com.au website.

“You don’t need formal training in CPR or how to use an AED to save a life,” Page says. “Any attempt at resuscitation is better than none – the only wrong move is doing nothing at all.”

October 15 at 3.00pm on Nine.