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Study shows no difference between two common methods for saving lives during cardiac arrest
Research shows a one-third chance of restoring blood circulation during cardiac arrest, regardless of whether the medication is administered into the bloodstream or bone marrow. There is no difference in the effectiveness of the two most commonly used methods for administering medication during out-of-hospital cardiac arrest. This is shown in a… Read More
Nova Scotia emergency medicine pioneer and politician Dr. Ron Stewart dies at 82
The former provincial health minister helped shape emergency medicine in Canada and the U.S. The Nova Scotian who was the driving force behind the modernization of the province's emergency health system has died of cancer. Dr. Ron Stewart was 82 years old. The son of a Cape Breton coal miner, Stewart worked in healthcare for more than 50 years… Read More
Darryl Conway joins Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation Board of Directors
Darryl Conway, Executive Senior Associate Athletic Director and Chief Health & Welfare Officer, University of Michigan Athletics, has been elected to serve on the Sudden Cardiac Arrest Foundation Board of Directors. In his role at UM, he oversees Athletic Medicine, Performance Science, Performance Nutrition, Athletic Counseling / Sports… Read More
October is National Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month. Knowing the facts could help save lives.
October is National Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month. Seven common myths may be contributing to public hesitancy to take action. It's important to learn the facts. PITTSBURGH, PA -- Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) is a life-threatening emergency that occurs when the heart suddenly stops beating. It strikes people of all ages who may seem to be… Read More
AHA issues a scientific statement on COVID-19 cardiac arrhythmias
Cardiac arrhythmias are common in patients with COVID-19 infections and during recovery, which prompted a new scientific statement from the American Heart Association (AHA) published Oct. 14. It offers consensus on the implications for clinical practice, gaps in knowledge and future directions research.[1] SARS-CoV-2 can cause arrhythmic… Read More
History of COVID-19 doubles long-term risk of heart attack, stroke, and death
A history of COVID-19 can double the risk of heart attack, stroke or death according to new research led by Cleveland Clinic and the University of Southern California. The study found that people with any type of COVID-19 infection were twice as likely to have a major cardiac event, such as heart attack, stroke or even death, for up to three… Read More
World's first individual gene mutation test for predicting risk of sudden cardiac death
Scientists at the Victor Chang Cardiac Research Institute have developed a world-first individualised risk prediction tool for people suffering from a type of heart arrhythmia that can cause sudden cardiac arrest. This is the first time a gene mutation-specific test has been applied to predict the severity of heart disease. The discovery was… Read More
Pallone’s HEARTS Act to address Sudden Cardiac Arrest in young people passes House
Federal bill inspired by New Jersey student-athlete tragedies heads to the Senate, aiming to safeguard young lives across the nation WASHINGTON, DC--Today, Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06), top Democrat on the House Energy and Commerce Committee, announced that his Cardiomyopathy Health, Education, Awareness, Research, and Training in… Read More
“AEDs for Youth” program launched
The Smart Heart Sports Coalition is proud to launch the “AEDs for Youth” program, offering new automated external defibrillators (AEDs), essential accessories and device management support to all K-12 schools as well as youth sports organizations across the country at substantial discounts. In collaboration with leading AED companies Coro Medical… Read More