The Hellenic Army General Staff, within the framework of its efforts to improve the safety of the children of military personnel attending Army Child Care Centres and in cooperation with the President of the Hellenic Red Cross, Dr. Antonios Avgerinos, organised a certified training for Child Care Centre personnel across the country on “Basic Life Support and Use of the Automated External Defibrillator”.

The training, provided by the Samaritan, Rescuer, and Life Guard Volunteer Corps of the Hellenic Red Cross, included, among others, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation for adults – children – infants, Use of the Automated External Defibrillator (AED), and Choking First Aid – “Heimlich” Manoeuvre for adults – children – infants.

The aforementioned action ensures a safe environment for the children of military personnel, as well as upgrades and certifies the professional skills and knowledge of Child Care Centre personnel.

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