Vithas Málaga provides CPR training to the volunteers of the Generali Malaga Marathon

On the evening of last Tuesday, Vithas Málaga Hospital conducted an intensive workshop on Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and first aid aimed at volunteers of the Generali Maratón de Málaga. This training took place in a special context, as the hospital is taking on the role of Official Medical Service for the first time for both events (marathon and half marathon), which will be held next Sunday, December 14.

The theoretical-practical workshop was led by Dr. Pablo de Rojas, head of the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) at Vithas Málaga Hospital, and featured a multidisciplinary team of health professionals from the center, including Dr. Josefina Pinedo, head of the Cardiology Service at the Malaga hospital. The session took place at the Martín Carpena Pavilion in Málaga, a key point for the event's logistics, and gathered representatives from the different volunteer coordinators of the race.

Runner Safety

The initiative addresses the need to ensure maximum safety for the thousands of runners who will meet in the capital of the Costa del Sol. Volunteers are often the first to arrive at an emergency situation, and their ability to react is vital. Therefore, the training focused on providing them with the necessary skills to start the "chain of survival" immediately and effectively.

Participants learn cardiopulmonary resuscitation for adults and children with intensive practical simulations

During the session, attendees not only received theoretical instruction but also actively practiced CPR maneuvers with mannequins, for both adults and children. In addition to resuscitation, the program covered a wide range of common emergency situations in endurance events, including: response to choking, handling of automatic defibrillators (AEDs), and the correct application of protocols for care and notifying emergency medical services, ensuring smooth and precise communication with them.

Dr. De Rojas emphasized the importance of this preparation for the safety of the Generali Maratón de Málaga. "In an event as large as this, where thousands of people push their bodies to the limit, the ability to respond immediately is crucial. Every second counts. Training volunteers in CPR and first aid is not only an act of social responsibility but a direct measure to protect the race. A well-trained volunteer can be the first link in the chain of survival, making the difference between life and death until our medical teams arrive. Our goal is that, thanks to this training, the Generali Maratón de Málaga will be a safe sporting event for everyone."

This training action strengthens the alliance between Vithas Málaga Hospital and the Generali Maratón de Málaga, consolidating Vithas group's commitment to promoting health, risk prevention, and fostering a culture of effort and responsible sport in the Malaga community.