Genetic Testing: Stories from the Community

In November 2022, we asked people to share their stories as they took our genetic testing survey – and we are so grateful for everyone who talked with us, wrote down their story, or left us a voicemail! Here are some of the stories shared by the SADS community....

Jason | Living with ARVC

Jason | Living with ARVC                                    West Newbury, Massachusetts | Born July 1984   “I used to hike three or four peaks in a day and not really see what’s going on. Now, I spend more time smelling the flowers on a leisurely jaunt—looking...

ARVC Awareness: Jeff’s Story

Can you tell me a little bit about your SADS journey – from diagnosis to where you are today? It started when I had what they call Sudden Cardiac Death at a CrossFit gym. I was doing a workout with my 16 year old son, which sucked to have him witness. I remember...

Brugada Awareness: Julia’s Story

Can you tell me a little bit about your SADS journey?  I was diagnosed with Brugada Syndrome in 2019 and subsequently had an S-ICD implanted. My journey to my diagnosis, especially in regards to genetic testing is somewhat unique given that I am adopted and have no...

ARVC Awareness: Jason’s Story

Can you tell me a little bit about your journey? I didn’t run at all growing up. It’s just something I developed an interest for later in life. I accomplished completing both half and full marathons plus I completed one ultra marathon. I was really getting into...