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A video-based decision support tool may aid decision-making for Black individuals considering ICD implantation
A randomized clinical trial of Black patients eligible for an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator (ICD) found that the use of a video-based decision support tool increased knowledge of, but not assent to ICD implantation. The findings are published in Annals of Internal Medicine. Current clinical guidelines recommend that patients with… Read More
Reps. Cherfilus-McCormick, Posey, Sen. Booker introduce legislation to increase students’ access to AEDs
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, Reps. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-FL) and Bill Posey (R-FL) will introduce the Access to AEDs Act to promote students' access to automated external defibrillators (AEDs) in schools. “Ensuring that the right tools and training are in place can save a life. The nation watched this unfold with Damar Hamlin of the Buffalo… Read More
Commotio cordis underrecognized, undertreated outside of sports
Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) due to commotio cordis occurs more frequently in non-sport-related settings than is commonly thought, resulting in lower rates of resuscitation and increased mortality, especially among young women, a new review suggests. The condition is rare, caused by an often fatal arrhythmia secondary to a blunt, nonpenetrating… Read More
NFL founds coalition to advance adoption of life-saving policies for student athletes
The Smart Heart Sports Coalition launches nationwide campaign to prevent death from sudden cardiac arrest among high school athletes. Professional Sports and Leading Public Health, Nonprofit and Patient Advocacy Organizations will advocate state adoption of best practice medical emergency policies NFL Foundation commits $1 million in grants to… Read More
Women are more likely to experience long-term anxiety after cardiac arrest than men
More than 40% of women report anxiety four months after a cardiac arrest compared with 23% of men. MARSEILLE, FRANCE – More than 40% of women report anxiety four months after a cardiac arrest compared with 23% of men, according to research presented today at ESC Acute CardioVascular Care 2023, a scientific congress of the European Society of… Read More
From survival to survivorship: The Cardiac Arrest Survivor Alliance
The Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation has launched a novel online community for people affected by sudden cardiac arrest—the Cardiac Arrest Survivor AllianceTM. CASA is a home for patients, families, friends, caregivers, and advocates. The community offers peer support, evidence-based information, monthly webinars, and access to experts—all… Read More
Cardiac risks appear low for elite athletes with diagnosed, treated genetic heart disease
Analysis finds most athletes had no cardiac events over seven years, underscoring importance of shared decision-making Ninety-five percent of athletes with a diagnosed and treated genetic heart disease experienced no disease-triggered cardiac events, such as cardiogenic fainting or seizures, implantable cardio-defibrillator (ICD) shocks, sudden… Read More
Vigorous exercise not associated with increased risk of arrhythmic events in hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
Findings do not support traditional advice to avoid vigorous exercise People with the inherited heart condition hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) who exercised vigorously did not have an increased incidence of serious cardiac events during three years of follow-up compared with people who exercised moderately or were inactive, according to a… Read More
Take it from 2 runners whose hearts stopped during the same race: A heart-healthy lifestyle is best
Michael and Danuta Heilemann were approaching the 3-mile mark of the Monterey Bay Half Marathon when they heard the siren. The noise kept getting louder, so they knew it was headed their way. The Heilemanns were still running when they saw an ambulance pull over ahead of them. Then they saw the reason paramedics were needed. A runner was on the… Read More