Omega Phi Alpha hosts CPR training for American Heart Month
HUNTINGTON, W.Va., Feb. 24, 2026 – Omega Phi Alpha is closing out American Heart Month by teaching Marshall University students one of the most important lessons they can learn: Hands-Only CPR. With the majority of cardiac arrests happening outside of the hospital, the odds are strong that if you ever need to perform Hands-Only CPR you will know the person you are helping.
This Wednesday, the Omega Phi Alpha service sorority is joining with the American Heart Association at the Memorial Student Center (Room BE5 – 5th Avenue, Huntington) at 6 p.m. for free demonstrations of the life-saving skill of Hands-Only CPR for any students who want to attend. The sorority will be joined by American Heart Association staff to help show how to safely perform Hands-Only CPR.
“To be able to show Marshall students just how easily one can perform Hands-Only CPR is a fabulous way to celebrate American Heart Month,” said Cindy Keely, program consultant of health care quality for the American Heart Association’s Quality, Outcomes, Research & Analytics (QORA) department. Keely is also a certified CPR instructor who has saved many lives. “As a Marshall alum, I’m honored to be able to help educate my fellow sons and daughters of Marshall on this critical skill,” she said.
The American Heart Association reminds people that in a cardiac emergency, every minute counts. CPR can double or even triple the chance of survival. Protecting your family, your friends, and your community starts with being prepared, which is why the Association is building the Nation of Lifesavers. The goal of this initiative is to have at least one person in every household knowledgeable on how to perform CPR.
You can learn more by visiting http://cpr.heart.org today.
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About the American Heart Association
The American Heart Association is a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. Dedicated to ensuring equitable health in all communities, the organization has been a leading source of health information for more than one hundred years. Supported by more than 35 million volunteers globally, we fund groundbreaking research, advocate for the public’s health, and provide critical resources to save and improve lives affected by cardiovascular disease and stroke. By driving breakthroughs and implementing proven solutions in science, policy, and care, we work tirelessly to advance health and transform lives every day. Connect with us on heart.org, Facebook, X or by calling 1-800-AHA-USA1.
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