National Heart Week/World Heart Day 2019

In commemoration of the National Heart Week/World Heart Day (NHW/WHD) 2019, Singapore Heart Foundation (SHF) organised an engaging and fun-filled event at Kampung Admiralty Community Plaza on the 29 Sep 2019. Continuing the 2018 theme ‘My Heart, Your Heart’ set by the World Heart Federation, the event aimed to educate and encourage Singaporeans to take simple steps for a healthier heart. Mr Amrin Amin, Senior Parliamentary Secretary for Home Affairs and Health, and MP for Sembawang GRC, graced the event as Guest of Honour for the second year running.

Launch of the CPR Self-Learning Kiosk Version 2 in Singapore

During the event, SHF and Nanyang Polytechnic launched the new and improved CPR Self-Learning Kiosk Version 2, which features an interactive hands-only CPR game challenge. Participants will be quizzed on their knowledge of CPR+AED and challenged to carry out hands-only CPR effectively on the manikin. They can share their results on social media and stand a chance to win attractive prizes like the Miele Oven or Chan Brothers Travel Vouchers.

The CPR Kiosk Version 2 also features colloquial Singlish voice prompts like “faster lah”, “harder hor” and “steady lah” during chest compressions to encourage more people to try out basic CPR skills.

CPR+AED Certificate Presentation

Sudden cardiac arrest can occur at any moment when the heart suddenly stops beating. Recognising the importance of CPR as a life-saving skill, Woodlands residents who attended a CPR+AED Certification Course conducted earlier by the Woodlands Grassroots Organisations at Woodlands and Woodlands Galaxy Community Clubs, received their certificate at our event.

This means that Woodlands residents are now better equipped with the confidence and skills to help a casualty during a cardiac emergency.

Red Light Up for NHW/WHD 2019

From 27 – 29 Sep, Singapore supported the global movement of illuminating iconic buildings and landmarks in red. Red symbolises the colour of health, life and vibrancy – but it can also serve as a warning and a red alert, to beware of the red flags, i.e. the warning signs and symptoms of CVD.

This year, 13 locations were lit up which included the Suntec Singapore Convention & Exhibition Centre and Suntec City, Maybank Tower, Marina Square, the Singapore Flyer, Millenia Tower, OCBC Centre, Helix Bridge, Cavenagh Bridge, Elgin Bridge, Ocean Financial Centre, Victoria Concert Hall, The Fullerton Hotel Singapore and Anderson Bridge. We would like to sincerely thank all our partners that joined us in raising awareness of Singapore’s #1 killer.

Other Activities

At the event, about 2,000 visitors were treated to a comprehensive line-up of educational and engaging activities. Pre-registered participants underwent a CPR+AED certification course to learn the important lifesaving skills that will come into use during cases of cardiac arrests. To reinforce the importance of regular exercise, a session of Chair Yoga and Jump Rope was also conducted.

Even though the event ended early, other highlights include health checks (HbA1c, BMI and BP checks), heart-health themed educational games, Save-A-Life roadshow, exhibition booths, quizzes and interactive stage programmes. There was also a live cooking demonstration by Celebrity Chef Sam and Forest Leong, who whipped up their rendition of Yellow Pumpkin Puree with Minced Chicken and Quail Egg and Melon Smoothie with Soymilk for the audience.

A big thank you to all our National Heart Week/World Heart Day 2019 sponsors (Captain Oats, Marigold, F&N, Omron, Betadine, Blackmores, Gardenia, Good Salt, GSK, Nature’s Wonders, Nestle and Philips), partners (People’s Association, Woodlands Grassroots Organisations, National University Heart Centre Singapore, Eu Yan Sang, Jump Rope Federation and Mount Alvernia Hospital), volunteers and the 2,000 of you who turned up for the event. See you again next year.