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About SADS (Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndromes)  External Link

Sudden arrhythmia death syndromes (SADS) are genetic heart rhythm abnormalities conditions that can cause sudden death in young, apparently healthy people – who are undiagnosed. Learn the warning sign... Details >

Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndromes (SADS) Foundation  External Link

Arrhythmia  External Link

An arrhythmia is an abnormal heart rhythm which may cause problems if untreated. Find out your risk for arrhythmia and what you can do to live your healthiest.... Details >

American Heart Association  External Link

Arrhythmia: Risk Factors and Prevention  External Link

Also available in: Spanish - (PDF)   External Link

Millions of people experience irregular heartbeats at some point in their lives. Although most of these episodes, called arrhythmias, are harmless and happen in healthy people free of heart disease, ... Details >

Heart Rhythm Society  External Link

Find a Specialist: Heart Rhythm Society  External Link

Find a Specialist is the Society’s directory of member physicians who have requested to have their contact and practice information listed for patient and physician referral purposes. ... Details >

Heart Rhythm Society  External Link

Genetic Testing for SADS Cardiac Conditions  External Link

Genetic testing for a number of Sudden Arrythmia Death Syndromes (SADS) is standard practice now for those with family histories of these conditions, and others at risk. Find out who should be tested... Details >

Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndromes (SADS) Foundation  External Link

Heart Camps for Kids  External Link

The following is a list of camps for kids with heart conditions that provide the curriculum, activities, and supportive environment to encourage these children to make friends with their peers and s... Details >

Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndromes (SADS) Foundation  External Link

Pediatric Sudden Cardiac Death Risk Assessment Form - (PDF)  External Link

Your child may appear very healthy, but be at risk for sudden cardiac death due to an inherited condition. This form prompts you and your child's healthcare provider to discuss these risks, and sho... Details >

Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndromes (SADS) Foundation  External Link

Preventing Sudden Cardiac Death in Your Schools - (PDF)  External Link

It is important for all school staff members to know how to recognize a sudden cardiac arrest, how to operate an automated external defibrillator (AED), and how to carry out an emergency plan in the e... Details >

Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndromes (SADS) Foundation  External Link

Substances That Can Cause Heart Rhythm Disorders - (PDF)  External Link

Also available in: Spanish - (PDF)   External Link

Thousands of substances have the potential to affect the heart's electrical system and alter its ability to pump blood through the body. This document describes substances that can cause heart rhythm ... Details >

Heart Rhythm Society  External Link

What Can I Do to Help Prevent Palpitations?  External Link

Heartbeats that are hard and fast are called palpitations. This document discusses heart-related and non-heart-related causes of palpitations and how they can be prevented.... Details >

American Academy of Family Physicians  External Link

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