Life-saving cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) classes, partnerships with rural counties, and risk studies are just a few of the many community programs the Baptist Heart Institute has participated in over the years. The Heart Institute seeks to prevent cardiac disorders by providing prevention and education throughout East Tennessee. In the past, CPR “HeartSaver” classes have been hosted by Heart Institute staff and offered at various sites throughout the region. Baptist also launched an outreach program with Hancock County four years ago which allows paramedics in the county to send EKGs and other data on cardiac patients via satellite. Transmitted by satellite in one second’s time, the information is used by physicians to inform paramedics on what needs to be done before they arrive at the hospital. This enables those living in even the most remote areas to receive life-saving cardiac care. Heart attack risk studies and elementary education instruction are also ways in which Baptist reduces the number of deaths associated with heart disease through early detection and education. For more information about these programs, call the Baptist Heart Institute at 632-5882.