On October 13, 2024, the Indian Society of Anaesthesiologists (ISA), Nagpur City Branch, in collaboration with Jhulelal Runners Academy, organized a marathon to promote awareness about breast cancer and Compressions-Only Life Support (COLS). The event featured 3 km, 5 km, and 10 km race categories and kicked off at 6:00 am, attracting enthusiastic participation.
Following the marathon, Dr. Umesh Ramtani, President of ISA Nagpur City Branch, conducted an informative session on COLS, explaining the importance of life-saving compressions. Dr. Anjali Modak Borkar, the Honorary Secretary, followed with a practical demonstration on a mannequin, showcasing the proper technique.
The session was attended by 700-800 marathon participants, with hands-on training provided to approximately 30-40 attendees. The training team included President-Elect Dr. Sachin Makde, Treasurer Dr. Sonali, Joint Secretary Dr. Vrushali, and executive members Dr. Kirti, Dr. Roshani, Dr. Anant, Dr. Arihant, and Dr. Karuna.
The event was a great success, receiving appreciation from participants and the ISA Nagpur City Branch team for its impactful combination of fitness and life-saving skills.
