Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) - Cardiac Risk in the Young

Preventing young sudden cardiac deaths through awareness, screening and research, and supporting affected families

Awareness

Awareness not only helps identify those at risk, but also ensures correct clinical practice when treating a young person with an inherited cardiac condition.

Screening to identify young people at risk is cost-effective when conducted correctly – the conditions can be treated, securing a future for those identified. All young people should have the choice to be tested.

Research

CRY’s research programme gives us unique access to general population-based data, enabling comparisons between athletes, ethnicities and gender. Better understanding of what is normal for young people, can better identify and treat those at risk.

Support

The emotional impact of the sudden, seemingly inexplicable death of a young person on their family cannot be underestimated. CRY offers emotional and clinical support following a young sudden cardiac death.

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CRY's Vision

Preventing young sudden cardiac deaths through awareness, screening and research, and supporting affected families.

My Story

Tom Morgan

Tom was 30 when he passed away on 15th June 2009. My phone was ringing at 5.30am that morning. Panic set in, it had to be bad news. It was my Dad telling me that my brother had passed away. Disbelief set in. He was 30. He had gone to bed on the Sunday night and

Cardiac Screening

CRY offers subsidised ECG and Echocardiogram screening to all young people between the ages of 14 & 35. There is a simple way to diagnose most cardiac abnormalities. This is by having an ECG (electrocardiogram) test. Results should be read by a cardiologist. For extra clarity an Echocardiogram (ultrasound scan) can also be done.If there has been a young (under 35) sudden death in the family, the family is entitled to be screened on the NHS. All of CRY’s public events are free to attend.

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young people screened for a cardiac condition

Latest News

CRY Great Cake Bake 2023 Write-up

CRY Great Cake Bake 2023 Writeup On 1st of December the CRY Great Cake Bake was held as part of Raising Awareness Week. We really do appreciate all our wonderful supporters who participated and baked for CRY, whether it was in your home or at your office.An amazing total of £9,662.89 was raised in 2023...

Members of the Senedd show “Support for CRY"

Wednesday 29 November saw the inaugural ‘drop in’ session for Members of the Senedd as part of the new #MSsupport4CRY campaign, championed by Cllr. Jane Gebbie (Deputy Leader of Bridgend Borough Council) in memory of her grandson Justin who died suddenly and tragically from a heart condition in 2019, aged just 19.

12 A Week Challenge 2023 Write Up

12 A Week Challenge 2023 Write up 2023On Saturday the 25th November 2023, 150 participants started to clock up the miles by walking, running, horse riding, swimming, hiking, cycling and jogging. The 12 A Week Challenge took place during Raising Awareness Week which ran from 25th November- 3rd December 2023. Each of the 12 miles/...

MSPs Show Support For CRY

Last Thursday (26 October) saw the launch of the #MSPSupport4CRY campaign in the Scottish Parliament, championed by the friends and family of former political aide, David Hill, who tragically died from a previously undiagnosed heart condition last year (19 March 2022).

After more than 30 years, CRY Founder Alison Cox MBE retires

After dedicating over 3 decades to the noble cause of Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) the organisation's founder and former CEO, Alison Cox MBE, has made the decision to step back and retire. With warm regards from CRY's Chairman, Hugh Mulcahey, we invite you to delve into the full column & the remarkable story...

Medicine and Me: Young Sudden Cardiac Death - Heart charity take centre stage at prestigious summer conference

Leading researchers associated with the charity, Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) head up a pioneering panel of experts, discussing latest findings, thought-leadership and clinical guidance relating to the prevention and better understanding of sudden cardiac death in young people. The academic – and interactive – event at the Royal Society of Medicine, as part...

“Best of the Best” - CRY Research Fellow reflects on his recent accolade at international cardiac conference

CRY’s Research Fellows – both past and present – spend much of their time writing and submitting manuscripts based on their projects as well as travelling to UK and international conferences to present their key findings and to lead discussions which help to further the understanding of the causes of young sudden cardiac death (YSCD)

CRY Heart of Durham Walk 2024

This important date in the CRY calendar each year hopes to give supporters the opportunity to connect with others, remember those who have died from Young Sudden Cardiac Death (YSCD) and support those living with a heart condition. Walk to raise awareness, reflect and remember.

What is CRY's SADS website?

CRY has a wide range of online resources to provide support and information about young sudden cardiac death and cardiac conditions. This includes SADS.org.uk, our website of information for the families of a young person who has died of Sudden Arrhythmic Death Syndrome (SADS). SADS is also sometimes referred to as sudden adult death syndrome....

Heart Month 2024

During #HeartMonth this February, we are encouraging our supporters to help raise awareness and vital funds for CRY. Below are different ways to get involved, through challenges, social media and fundraising ideas. Social Media This is our greatest tool for raising awareness.

CRY Heart of London Bridges Walk 2024

The Bridges Walk each year hopes to give supporters the opportunity to connect with others, and remember those who have died from Young Sudden Cardiac Death (YSCD). 2024 will mark the 18th annual CRY Heart of London Bridges Walk. We hope that you will be able to join us in Southwark Park.

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Preventing young sudden cardiac deaths through awareness, screening and research, and supporting affected families

Preventing young sudden cardiac deaths through awareness, screening and research, and supporting affected families

Awareness

Screening

Research

Support

Quick links

CRY's Vision

My Story

Tom Morgan

Cardiac Screening

Latest News

CRY Great Cake Bake 2023 Write-up

Members of the Senedd show “Support for CRY"

12 A Week Challenge 2023 Write Up

MSPs Show Support For CRY

After more than 30 years, CRY Founder Alison Cox MBE retires

Medicine and Me: Young Sudden Cardiac Death - Heart charity take centre stage at prestigious summer conference

“Best of the Best” - CRY Research Fellow reflects on his recent accolade at international cardiac conference

CRY Heart of Durham Walk 2024

What is CRY's SADS website?

Heart Month 2024

CRY Heart of London Bridges Walk 2024

Fundraising

Cotswold Way Challenge - 22nd-23rd June 2024

Peak District Challenge - 6th & 7th July 2024

RideLondon 100 - 26th May 2024

Charity Skydive

Corporate Partnerships

Great North Run - 8th September 2024

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