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What is the purpose of CPR/AED Awareness Week?

The purpose of CPR/AED Awareness Week—observed annually from June 1–7—is to raise public awareness about the importance of cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in saving lives during sudden cardiac arrest emergencies.

Key goals of the week include:

• Educating the public on how to perform hands-only CPR.
• Promoting AED training and accessibility in public places.
• Encouraging more people to get certified in CPR and AED use.
• Highlighting survivor stories to show the life-saving impact of bystander action.

Ultimately, the week aims to empower more people to act quickly and confidently in an emergency, increasing survival rates for out-of-hospital cardiac arrests.

CPR certification gaps and gender disparities in cardiac arrest survival:

CPR Certification Gaps

• Fewer than 1 in 5 adults in the U.S. are currently CPR certified, according to American Heart Association (AHA) estimates.
• Many bystanders lack

What is INACSL 2025?

The International Nursing Association for Clinical Simulation and Learning (INACSL) will host its annual conference, INACSL25, from June 19 to 22, 2025, at the Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel in Denver, Colorado.

INACSL25 serves as a premier forum for simulation specialists, researchers, educators, and solution providers to exchange state-of-the-art knowledge in simulation operations, skills, and applications within an evidence-based framework. inacsl.org

Conference Schedule Highlights

• Thursday, June 19: Morning and afternoon workshops and SIMS tours (additional registration required), followed by the grand opening of the Exhibit Hall with poster viewing.
• Friday, June 20: Keynote presentation, concurrent sessions, SIG Rush, Professor Rounds poster tours, and an Exhibit Hall reception.
• Saturday, June 21: Hayden Vanguard Keynote & Awards Ceremony, concurrent sessions, and the INACSL Celebration Reception.
• Sunday, June 22: Final concurrent sessions and an endnote presentation.