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Heart Health Walk: Chennai Champions Cardiac Care
29 Sep
Summary
- World Heart Day marked by RGGGH public awareness campaign.
- Walkathon promoted physical activity for cardiac health.
- Public received hands-on CPR and heart health training.
On Tuesday, September 23, 2025, the Institute of Cardiology at Rajiv Gandhi Government General Hospital (RGGGH) in Chennai launched a public awareness campaign and walkathon themed "Healthy Hearts, Brighter Tomorrows" to commemorate World Heart Day. This initiative, supported by the Cardiological Society of India (Chennai Chapter), began with the "Don't Miss a Beat" walkathon flagged off from Madras Medical College.
The walkathon saw participation from healthcare professionals, faculty, students, and the public, emphasizing the role of regular exercise in preventing lifestyle-related heart conditions. Following the walk, attendees engaged in public awareness and skill-building sessions. A significant component was a hands-on Basic Life Support and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training workshop designed to empower bystanders with immediate interventions for out-of-hospital sudden cardiac arrests.
The event also included informative lectures on "Yoga and Heart" and "Nutrition and Heart." It culminated in a public interaction segment where doctors addressed queries on preventive screening, recognizing early warning signs of myocardial infarction, and adopting heart-healthy lifestyle modifications, promoting proactive cardiac care.
