SADS Foundation :: Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndromes Foundation

Second Annual Climb to Conquer SADS

Mt. Rainier - July 9-12, 2008

Summit of Mt. Rainier--some of the team.

The 2nd Annual Climb to Conquer SADS was a success! Both teams reached the summit and the families enjoyed a week of learning, networking and just having fun.

Rich Bennett, Climb Leader in 2007 & 2008

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Leading the Way to Save Lives

The Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndromes (SADS) Foundation is a leader in education, research and advocacy for families and individuals at risk for cardiac arrhythmias that can cause sudden death in young people.

Welcome to Our New Website

We are proud to present this new look and hope it conveys our 2008 “focus on the SADS family” emphasis.
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SADS Updates

Heart Camps! Info for families on camps for kids with heart conditions available here .
SADS Updates on ADHD and Arrhythmias available here .

Do you know your Family History? The genetic conditions Long QT and Brugada Syndrome dont just affect one person. Chances are, if you have one of these conditions, other members of your family have it as well. SADS would like to work with you in developing your Family History Chart and reaching out to other members of your , to make sure everyone stays safe and healthy. Learn more about our Family Pedigree Project here.

Worried about your iPod and your ICD not getting along? The Heart Rhythm Society has published new research indicating that digital media players like iPods and ScanDisks do not cause electromagnetic interference with ICDs or pacemakers.

SADS First Quarter Literture Review is available for download here .

Updated Care Plans for your child's school are now available in modifiable pdfs. Download Care Plans.

Surveys List

GINA Survey

What is SADS?

Genetic Testing

Drugs to Avoid

Sudden arrhythmia death syndromes (SADS) are genetic heart conditions that can cause sudden death in young, apparently healthy people. These conditions can be treated and deaths can be prevented. Warning Signs: family history of unexpected, unexplained sudden death; fainting or seizure during exercise, excitement or startle; consistent or unusual chest pain &/or shortness of breath during exercise.