Bengals Save The Dey Event Provides Participants with Lifesaving Skills
The American Heart Association, Cincinnati Bengals, Cintas and Kettering Health hosted their second annual Hands-Only CPR education event at Paycor Stadium.

More than 1,000 people registered for the event to learn lifesaving CPR skills. (Photo: Business Wire)
“Bengals Save The Dey is an important initiative to educate and empower hundreds of members of our community with lifesaving CPR skills, the role of AEDs and the importance of receiving timely medical attention,” said Bengals Director of Community Engagement Taylor Conklin. “We are proud to partner with Cintas, Kettering Health and the American Heart Association to show our shared commitment to the well-being of our community.”
Bengals Save The Dey, drawing inspiration from the team’s “Who Dey” chant, provided Hands-Only CPR training to empower participants with the knowledge and confidence to manage cardiovascular emergencies effectively. More than 1,000 people registered for the event. Attendees received a free Cincy Hat and had the opportunity to meet Bengals Center Ted Karras. Speakers included representatives from the American Heart Association, Cintas, Kettering Health, the Bengals and the Ohio Lieutenant Governor Jon Husted.
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The American Heart Association is the worldwide leader in resuscitation science, education, and training and publishes the official guidelines for CPR. With nearly three out of four cardiac arrests outside of the hospital occurring in homes, knowing how to perform CPR is vital. With more bystanders certified in CPR, the chances for positive recovery for the community also increase.
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Cintas is the largest national provider of American Heart Association CPR and AED training and AEDs for thousands of businesses nationwide. Ensuring readiness for sudden cardiac arrest involves proper training, availability of an AED, and continuous service and support. Cintas is dedicated to offering these resources to help organizations stay prepared and proactive for their employees and those they serve.
“Sudden cardiac arrest can happen to anybody at any time, which is why it’s critical that we help provide AED and CPR training,” says Todd Schneider, President and CEO of Cintas. “We have the good fortune of hearing many stories about the lives saved through CPR and AEDs, and that’s why we are incredibly proud to play a part in this remarkable event.”
Kettering Health was also onsite supporting the Hands-Only CPR instruction and offering attendees health screenings.
“Kettering Health is proud to work with the Bengals, the American Heart Association and Cintas again this year,” said Alina Joseph, executive director of the Heart & Vascular Service Line at Kettering Health. “Fans received lifesaving education and convenient health screenings, and we’re continuing to build a community who is better equipped to act in a cardiac emergency.”
About the American Heart Association
The American Heart Association is a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. We are dedicated to ensuring equitable health in all communities. Through collaboration with numerous organizations, and powered by millions of volunteers, we fund innovative research, advocate for the public’s health and share lifesaving resources. The
About Cintas Corporation
Cintas Corporation helps more than one million businesses of all types and sizes get Ready™ to open their doors with confidence every day by providing products and services that help keep their customers’ facilities and employees clean, safe, and looking their best. With offerings including uniforms, mats, mops, towels, restroom supplies, workplace water services, first aid and safety products, eye-wash stations, safety training, fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems and alarm service, Cintas helps customers get Ready for the Workday®. Headquartered in
About Kettering Health
As a faith-based, nonprofit health system, Kettering Health strives to improve the lives of people in our communities through healthcare and education. Kettering Health is made up of 14 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient locations throughout western
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