More and more people are finding out more about heart issues and Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA). Many times when people realize what is going on, it's too late. Knowing the difference between SCA (Sudden Cardiac Arrest) and a Heart attack can save your life!
With SCA (sudden cardiac arrest) there are problems with the heart's "electrical system." The heart's lower ventricles develop a rapid and irregular rhythm which makes the ventricles quiver instead of contract (like normal). This heart quivering makes the heart ineffective in pumping and can no longer supply the body and brain with oxygen; thus causing the person to lose consciousness and a pulse. Immediate CPR or using a AED can prevent death in a SCA patient... but the chances of survival decrease 10% every minute without a AED. The American Heart Association recommends using a AED or performing CPR within 5 minutes of colla
pse.A heart attack is the result of one or more arteries that are blocked (many times by plaque) so they can no longer pump blood. The oxygen in the blood cannot reach the heart so the heart becomes damaged. It is more like a "plumbing problem" and is most of the time survivable.
Obviously SCA (Sudden Cardiac Arrest) is very serious and possibly can be avoided. It is imperative to kn
ow your family history and your genetics. When you take your child to the Doctor, ask LOTS of question and check into cardiac screening at your health care facility. Investigate at your child's school; if the facility has a AED and is the staff trained in using the AED and CPR.According to KHOU in Houston, TX more than 120 sixth grade children at Hogg Middle School in Houston, TX received heart screening; ultrasounds and electrocardiogram tests as a, on-going program to reduce Sudden Cardiac Arrest in youth.
Make a difference before it's too late, donate to Living for Zachary and help raise awareness of SCA, Sudden Cardiac Arrest!
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