Beyond imparting life-saving skills, the programme also nurtures values such as empathy and compassion.
Building on the success of its 2022 pilot campaign in the Western and Eastern Cape provinces, the award-winning health education initiative, Fast Heroes, is gearing up for its 2023 campaign, inviting primary schools nationwide to register and help save lives.
Through a 5-week curriculum, facilitated by teachers and involving weekly activities and reinforcement, children learn and internalise the signs of a stroke and the steps to take during a stroke emergency. The educational resources within the Fast Heroes programme are designed to captivate young minds. They are interactive, engaging, and fun.
Embracing their inherent passion for learning and sharing, children are encouraged to become health advocates and “superheroes” within their families, particularly with their beloved grandparents. The primary focus is on empowering them to educate their families, particularly their grandparents, about the signs of a stroke and the importance of quickly calling an ambulance.
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