The Asia Pacific Heart Rhythm Society (APHRS) kicked off the Yokohama Pulse Day Fun Run 2025, the opening event of the Road to Pulse Day 2026 campaign, raising awareness about cardiac rhythm disorders and the importance of active, heart-healthy lifestyles.
Held in conjunction with the APHRS Annual Scientific Sessions, the fun run welcomed 120 participants, including members from APHRS, the Japanese Heart Rhythm Society (JHRS), and international partners EHRA, HRS, and LAHRS. Participants ran through Rinko Park South Exit Plaza, explored educational booths, and donned Pulse Day-themed accessories to show support for global heart health initiatives.
“This event reinforces that physical exercise, pulse checking, and heart disease prevention must go hand in hand,” said Dr. Dicky Armein Hanafy, Head of the Pulse Day Task Force. He added that the campaign emphasizes simple yet life-saving practices, such as manually checking one’s pulse to detect arrhythmias like Atrial Fibrillation, a common disorder that increases the risk of stroke and heart failure.
The campaign also highlights advances in technology, including wearable devices and health apps that monitor heart rate, while stressing that professional medical evaluation remains essential. Beyond the run, APHRS Annual Scientific Sessions featured lectures, research highlights, and hands-on training through the APHRS Learning Village, reflecting the society’s commitment to advancing arrhythmia care through collaboration and knowledge exchange.
Pulse Day, celebrated globally every March 1, encourages everyone to recognize and monitor their heart rhythm, fostering preventive habits that can save lives. The Yokohama Fun Run 2025 symbolically launches this ongoing initiative, blending fitness, education, and community spirit to inspire individuals to “Feel The Pulse” and take charge of their cardiac health.
