Acute cardiac care & resuscitation

The impact of the World Restart a Heart (WRAH) initiative – inspiring regions, countries and people all over the world

ResuscitationPublished global initiative

Authors' conclusion

The main success of the initiative is that WRAH inspires new countries, regions and individuals to undertake creative activities and build new networks and connections all around the world every year - with the ultimate goal of saving more lives following sudden cardiac arrest.

Study context

Population
People of all ages - from children to older adults
Outcome
Activities of the initiative
Methodological detailsinternational campaign, led by the International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR)
  • International campaign
  • Led by the International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR)

Main finding

As reported in the abstract

  • Numerous educational programs, public events, and awareness activities took place in schools, public places, sports venues, and other settings worldwide, demonstrating the initiative's global reach and impact

Original publication

The impact of the World Restart a Heart (WRAH) initiative – inspiring regions, countries and people all over the world. Resuscitation. Published 11 September 2026. doi:10.1016/j.resuscitation.2026.111303

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