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 signs and find information about specific SADS conditions.
Review Date: December 18, 2012
Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndromes (SADS) Foundation
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.
Review Date: December 18, 2012
American Heart Association
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, sometimes, however, arrhythmias can be serious or even fatal.
Review Date: December 18, 2012
Heart Rhythm Society
Search this state listing to locate a Mended Heart chapter offering support and encouragement to heart patients, families and caregivers. Contact the national office at 1-888-432-7899 or info@mendedhearts.org for more information.
Review Date: May 17, 2011
Mended Hearts, Inc.
The Congenital Heart Information Network offers this listing of local, regional, and national support groups throughout the globe for families and adults with congenital heart disease.
Review Date: June 12, 2012
Congenital Heart Information Network
This site focuses on educating individuals with heart disease about the various aspects of coping with heart disease, including topics such as coping with depression, lifestyle changes, cholesterol and nutrition.
Review Date: November 01, 2012
Mended Hearts, Inc.
The American College of Cardiology offers Find a Cardiologist, an on-line listing of cardiovascular physician members in the United States and abroad.
Review Date: December 04, 2012
American College of Cardiology
Smoking harms nearly every organ of the body, causes many diseases, and reduces the health of smokers in general. Learn why it is important to stop smoking.
Review Date: December 27, 2012
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
This brief fact sheet describes how heart disease affects minority women. Additional resources on heart health are provided at the site.
Review Date: March 01, 2011
Office on Women's Health
Learn about the link between diabetes, kidney and heart disease and how blood glucose control is the best way to lower your risk of both kidney and heart disease.
Review Date: June 12, 2012
National Kidney Foundation
This site gives you some strategies for living with Heart Disease. It provides in-depth information on healthcare approaches that may improve your health, complement your regular medical care, expand your options, and enhance your quality of life.
Review Date: February 01, 2011
Beth Israel Medical Center - Continuum Center for Health & Healing
Learn about finding doctors and clinics specializing in pediatric cardiomyopathy, a chronic disease of the heart muscle.
Review Date: June 01, 2011
Children's Cardiomyopathy Foundation
Pulmonary hypertension patients experience symptoms such as shortness of breath, dizziness and fatigue. If you are experiencing these symptoms, search the Pulmonary Hypertension Association Doctor Directory to find a specialist in your geographic area.
Review Date: December 28, 2012
Pulmonary Hypertension Association
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 disorders, including alcohol, tobacco, and substances in the environment and workplace.
Review Date: December 18, 2012
Heart Rhythm Society
Many women are unaware that heart disease kills 6 times as many women as breast cancer. Are you at risk for heart disease? The answers to the quiz help in determining if a consultation and complete risk assessment with a health care practitioner are needed.
Review Date: April 06, 2011
Women's Heart Foundation
