Monash University Experts Identify Taylor Swift Songs for CPR in Heart Health Campaign

Monash University experts have conducted a groundbreaking study to identify over 50 Taylor Swift songs suitable for performing CPR, as part of a heart health campaign.

The Victorian Heart Institute and Victorian Heart Hospital presented their findings at an academic conference, emphasizing the importance of increasing awareness about cardiovascular health.

Professor Stephen Nicholls, Director of the Victorian Heart Institute, highlighted the need for every Australian to learn CPR as it can significantly improve survival rates during cardiac emergencies.

Cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is a critical emergency procedure that provides oxygen and circulates blood for individuals experiencing cardiac arrest.

This innovative approach aims to engage younger generations in learning CPR by using popular contemporary music, such as Taylor Swift’s songs.

In Australia, only around 50% of the population is trained in CPR, with many having received training more than five years ago.

The initiative to utilize Taylor Swift’s music for CPR training has received endorsement from the American Heart Association and the Australian Resuscitation Council, signaling a new wave of awareness campaigns in cardiovascular health.

Swift’s music has already inspired a cardiovascular health initiative called ‘The Eras Tour,’ where fans run or walk through her setlist, promoting physical activity and heart health.

Experts have compiled a list of Taylor Swift songs with beats per minute (BPM) suitable for maintaining effective CPR compressions, providing a unique and engaging way to learn this life-saving skill.