{"version":"1.0","provider_name":"da.news","provider_url":"https:\/\/da.news\/en\/","title":"Heart Week at Alice Hospital: Lectures and resuscitation demonstrations - da.news","type":"rich","width":600,"height":338,"html":"<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"jwSzWR369J\"><a href=\"https:\/\/da.news\/en\/heart-week-at-alice-hospital-lectures-and-resuscitation-training\/\">Heart Week at Alice Hospital: Lectures and resuscitation<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" src=\"https:\/\/da.news\/en\/heart-week-at-alice-hospital-lectures-and-resuscitation-training\/embed\/#?secret=jwSzWR369J\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" title=\"&#x201C;Heart Week at Alice Hospital: Lectures and resuscitation&#x201D; &#x2013; da.news\" data-secret=\"jwSzWR369J\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" class=\"wp-embedded-content\"><\/iframe><script>\n\/*! 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Recognizing atrial fibrillation, preventing heart attacks, and acting correctly in an emergency: As part of the German Heart Foundation's nationwide Heart Weeks, the Alice Hospital Darmstadt invites you to two free action days. On Wednesday, November 18, 2026, two expert lectures on cardiovascular diseases and preventative measures will be presented. On Friday, November 20th, those interested can learn how to perform CPR in short resuscitation training sessions. Both events will take place in the conference room of the Alice Hospital at Dieburger Stra\u00dfe 31. Recognizing atrial fibrillation early: The heart beats throughout our lives and usually performs its work unnoticed. However, cardiovascular diseases can affect anyone. The warning signs are not always easy to recognize. Information about possible diseases, their symptoms, and preventative measures is therefore all the more important. To kick off Heart Week on Wednesday, November 18th, Dr. Tobias Leitsch, cardiologist and medical director of Alice Hospital, will speak on the topic of atrial fibrillation. Atrial fibrillation is one of the most common heart rhythm disorders. Timely diagnosis can be crucial for identifying health risks and initiating appropriate treatment options. The lecture aims to provide attendees with fundamental knowledge about the condition and raise awareness of the importance of early detection. Can vaccinations prevent heart attacks? Following this, Dr. Holger Steiger, also a cardiologist at Alice Hospital, will address another aspect of heart health. His lecture is titled \"Small Prick \u2013 Big Impact: Vaccination Prevents Heart Attacks.\" In his presentation, the physician will explain the connection between vaccinations and heart health and discuss the importance of preventative measures. The two lectures will begin at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, November 18, in the conference room of Alice Hospital. Admission is free. Prior registration is not required. Chest compressions can save lives. On Friday, November 20th, the focus will be on practical first aid in a cardiac emergency. Alice Hospital is offering free CPR courses for laypersons on this day. The training is specifically designed for people without prior medical knowledge. In 20-minute sessions, participants will learn how to perform chest compressions correctly. Practice will be conducted on special training mannequins, allowing participants to try out the necessary techniques under supervision. Gaining confidence for emergencies. The training will be led by Rainer Beck, a specialist nurse and instructor with the German Red Cross (DRK). An important goal is to alleviate participants' fear of resuscitation and give them greater confidence in an emergency. Sudden cardiac arrest can occur at any time. According to Alice Hospital, most cases happen at home or among friends. Knowing how to perform chest compressions in such a situation allows participants to make a vital contribution until professional help arrives. The program is aimed at people of all ages. Families are also expressly invited to participate in the training sessions together. Short training sessions every 30 minutes: The CPR courses will take place on Friday, November 20, between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m. A new training session begins every 30 minutes and lasts approximately 20 minutes. This program is also free of charge. Unlike the lectures on November 18, however, prior registration is requested for the CPR courses. This can be done by phone or email at Alice Hospital. Key information: What: Heart Week 2026 at Alice Hospital Darmstadt Where: Alice Hospital, Conference Room, Dieburger Stra\u00dfe 31, 64287 Darmstadt Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 4 p.m. Lecture 1: \"Atrial Fibrillation\" with Dr. Tobias Leitsch, cardiologist and medical director of Alice Hospital, will present lecture 2: \"Small prick \u2013 big impact: Vaccination prevents heart attacks\" with Dr. Holger Steiger, cardiologist at Alice Hospital. Admission: Free. Registration: Not required. Friday, November 20, 2026, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Offer: Free CPR training for laypersons. Content: Practical chest compressions on training mannequins. Duration: Approximately 20 minutes each. Start: Every 30 minutes. Instructor: Rainer Beck, specialist nurse and German Red Cross instructor. Target group: Interested individuals of all ages, including families. Cost: Free. Registration: Requested. Phone: +49 6151 4021002. Email: info@alice-hospital.de (DARMSTADT \u2013 RED\/PM). 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