by Erinsads | Nov 27, 2023 | Blog
In 2016, Alesha started experiencing symptoms like severe nausea and syncope (fainting) – but didn’t know what could be causing them. That August, she went to the hospital for an unrelated medical procedure. She was woken up from anesthesia by her doctor, who asked,...
by Erinsads | Nov 2, 2023 | Blog
The SADS Foundation would like to highlight the volunteer fundraising events that have happened or will happen this summer and fall! We are so grateful to all the volunteers who get together with their families and friends to organize special events to help other...
by Erinsads | Oct 24, 2023 | Blog
Jennette experienced Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) in December of 2022 while having the flu. She survived – and in hospital was diagnosed with Brugada Syndrome. “The cardiac arrest and heart disease diagnosis was a huge shock on me and my family. I’m grateful to be...
by Erinsads | Oct 4, 2023 | Blog
Can you tell me a little bit about your SADS journey – from your first symptom to where you are today? I had an arrhythmia while I was driving in August of 1998. While I was in the hospital, the doctor noticed a prolonged QT interval. My mother had passed away...
by Erinsads | Sep 20, 2023 | Blog
In October of 2022, Matthew was taking a dinner break during a World of Dance rehearsal in New York City when he experienced Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA). It was his first symptom of an underlying heart condition. A friend started CPR, and Matthew was shocked twice...
