Heidelberg University's Univitality Health Week puts heart health in focus

Heidelberg University will host its annual Univitality Health Week from 29th September to 2nd October 2025. The event offers students and staff a mix of talks, screenings, and activities focused on heart health. Daily sessions will cover exercise, nutrition, and emergency skills like CPR training. The week kicks off on 29th September with a talk by Janik Meyer on Foundations of Heart Health at 11:30 AM. The next day, Prof. Dr. Simon Steib will discuss Exercise as Medicine at the same time. On 1st October, Rebecca Steiner will share nutrition advice for a healthy heart, followed by Mona Henz’s session on relaxation techniques on 2nd October.

Participants can also join daily cardiovascular screenings from 8 AM to 5 PM at three university sites. Physical activities include Pilates, full-body workouts, and rope skipping, alongside guided walks and beginner running courses. CPR training will run every day from 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM at the Zeughaus-Mensa in the Marstall. All events are organised by University Health Management, with both online and in-person options available.

The Univitality Health Week aims to provide practical tools for improving heart health. Screenings, expert talks, and fitness sessions will run throughout the four-day event. Students and employees are encouraged to attend any of the free activities.