Croí is an Irish charity dedicated to the fight against heart disease and stroke.
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Cause
More people die in Ireland every year from cardiovascular disease than any other disease. It accounts for 36% of all deaths and is a major cause of disability, representing a huge burden on our healthcare system.
Response
Croí has been to the fore in the fight against Heart Disease & Stroke in the west of Ireland since 1985. In the past 30 years, the Foundation has worked tirelessly, and financed its work through an active fundraising programme, all with the aim of reducing the impact of heart disease & stroke on families in the west.
Projects
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Croí has established the National Institute for Preventive Cardiology (NIPC) which delivers a range of certified courses in lifesaving skills, including resuscitation and dealing with life-threatening emergencies such as choking. This inititive is an important aspect of our work overall.
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Croí established it's 'Centre for Lifesaving Training' in 2007. This facility is now located in the 'Croí Heart & Stroke Centre' and is a registered Irish training site. All Croí CPR & AED training instructors are qualified in the field of emergency medicine and are internationally certified by the American Heart Association. This will continue to be one of our must crucial programmes.
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Our newly established Croí Heart & Stroke Centre provides a range of evidence based programmes and interventions which are delivered under medical supervision and are specifically designed for those concerned about their heart health and general wellbeing.