Because more than 350,000 cardiac arrests occur outside of the hospital in the United States, knowing how to perform CPR is critically important. That’s why the Greater Dayton and Cincinnati communities are invited to learn this lifesaving skill at “Save the Dey, presented by Cintas” on Thursday, September 26, 2024 on the field at Paycor Stadium. Save the Dey includes two training sessions: one at 5:30 p.m. and one at 6:45 p.m. During each session, attendees will learn and practice Hands-Only CPR and how to use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).

The event

Doors open at 5:00 p.m. for Save the Dey and registration is open to the public. And as a special bonus, the first 500 people to register for each session (session one or session two) will not only learn these critical lifesaving skills, but also receive a free Cincy Hat. Plus, participants will have the chance to meet Ted Karras, the starting center of the Cincinnati Bengals, who will be at the event. Kettering Health will provide free health screenings and have CPR trainers available for each session. For more information and to register, visit www.cincinnatibengals.com/savethedey

Importance of CPR

Cintas is the largest national provider of American Heart Association CPR and AED training, as well as AEDs for thousands of businesses nationwide. Being prepared for sudden cardiac arrest requires training, access to an AED, and ongoing service and support, which Cintas is proud to provide to help keep organizations ready and a step ahead for their people and who they serve.

“It’s an incredible honor for Cintas to be part of this vital community initiative. For over 20 years, we’ve been at the forefront of providing AEDs and lifesaving training to businesses, and our commitment to emergency preparedness has never been stronger,” says Todd Schneider, CEO of Cintas. “In a cardiac emergency, every second counts. This event is a powerful opportunity to equip more people with the skills and confidence to save lives, reinforcing the critical importance of CPR and AED training in our community.”

The American Heart Association is the worldwide leader in resuscitation science, education, and training, and publishes the official guidelines for CPR. With nearly 3 out of 4 cardiac arrests outside of the hospital occurring in homes, knowing how to perform CPR is vital. With more bystanders certified with the knowledge of CPR, the chances for positive recovery increases for the community as well.

“When the world saw Damar Hamlin’s cardiac arrest on Monday Night Football nearly two years ago, what they also saw were those very first links in the chain of survival working. Everything happened like it should in a cardiac arrest emergency. This includes, early recognition, calling 911 with responders immediately on the scene, administering high-quality CPR, and having access to, and using an Automated External Defibrillator,” says Alyson Poling, Executive Director of the American Heart Association. “Knowing how to respond in a cardiac emergency when seconds matter is literally the difference between life and death. We are so proud to be a part of Save the Dey to educate and add more lifesavers in the community.”