Katretter Lebensh reside: quick help in an emergency for Heidelberg!

Katretter Lebensh reside: quick help in an emergency for Heidelberg!

In the Rhein-Neckar district and the city of Heidelberg, all signs are on "Emergency call!": The introduction of the innovative first aid app "Katetretter" was officially decided to drastically increase the chances of survival in cardiovascular homes. According to reports from Heidelberg24.de , have the city of Heidelberg and the DRK district Rhein-Neckar/Heidelberg gave the green light. The aim is to build a comprehensive network of registered first aiders who are faster at the scene in emergencies than the emergency services.

be it in the supermarket or in the park - when the heart stops, every second counts! The app is specially designed for medically qualified first aiders who have to register beforehand in order to be alerted via their smartphone in an emergency. "In an emergency, every second counts. The earlier starts with resuscitation measures, the better for those affected," said Stefanie Heck from the integrated control center. The use of the "Katretter" app is free of charge and takes place on a voluntary basis.

The wheels roll 2025

The introduction of the app is scheduled for the first quarter of 2025. Before that, users must prove their qualifying information in order to be able to help effectively during an emergency. It is also ensured that these first aiders are insured through the Baden-Württemberg accident fund while they are in use. No financial compensation is offered for the loss of earnings, but participation promises to act a variety of ways to act as a lifegiastic and to win decisive time in an emergency.