Canadian Sudden Arrhythmia Death Syndromes (SADS) Foundation
SADS refers to a variety of cardiac arrhythmia disorders which are often genetic and can be responsible for sudden death in young, apparently healthy people.
1 in 500
Living with HCM
1 in 2500
Born with Long QT Syndrome
600
Canadians under age 35 die annually
50%
Of sudden deaths reported pre-event warning signs
SADS Warning Signs
Fainting (syncope) or seizure during exercise, excitement, or startle.
Consistent or unusual chest pain and/or shortness of breath during exercise.
Family history of unexpected sudden death during physical activity or during a seizure, or any other unexplained sudden death of an otherwise healthy young person.
Information for Patients & Their Families
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Information for Coaches & Teachers
Help save a life. Learn more about the symptoms for inherited cardiac rhythm disorders.
Information for The Healthcare Community
SADS refers to a variety of cardiac rhythm disorders which are often genetic and can be responsible for sudden death in young, apparently healthy people.
Featured Publications
LQTS: An Information Booklet for Patients and Their Families
This booklet has been written in an easy to read, patient friendly format and provides excellent information for those diagnosed with LQTS.
Long QT Syndrome in Women
As a woman with LQTS, your risk of experiencing symptoms may change at different stages of your life. Please read further…
Cardiac Channelopathies: An Information Booklet for Patients and Their Families
This publication is an excellent summary of several cardiac channelopathies including LQTS, CPVT and others.
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