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After a young sudden cardiac death and for young people diagnosed with a condition
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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.
Screening
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.
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.
CRY's Vision
Preventing young sudden cardiac deaths through awareness, screening and research, and supporting affected families.
My story
Tomorrow (4th May) marks five years since my little brother, Daniel Taylor suddenly died of a heart attack aged just 25. He lived in Muscat, Oman and I hadn’t seen him for a few years which couldn’t be helped but still fills me with regret but I guess that’s what hindsight is all about. To me he was my little brother and I am in unique in that. No one else in the world will ever be able to have the relationship that we had and I try to hold onto this as something special, which it is, but it...
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.
80% of the people think the Government should be doing more to prevent death sudden deaths in young people
CRY is today calling on the Secretary of State for Health and the UK National Screening Committee to formally acknowledge the scale of young sudden cardiac death (YSCD) in the UK, claiming that current policy and decision-making criteria is based on “flawed data”, putting the lives of hundreds of young people at risk each year….... Read more
CRY continues to strengthen its presence in Wales with Cardiff Met screening event
CRY has always received incredible support in Wales. Local families, media and politicians have helped us spread awareness and complete vital screenings to test the hearts of young people all around the country. October 27th and 28th was a milestone weekend for CRY in Wales, with 200 young people being screened at Cardiff Metropolitan University….... Read more
CRY International Medical Conference 2018...
Just as CRY’s screening programme continues to grow around the UK, so too does our standing in the medical community worldwide. Every year our International Medical Conference is a terrific event, giving our doctors an opportunity to present their latest research and for us to connect with other leading experts. 2018 was no different. Professor…... Read more
Royal Parks Half Marathon 2018...
Congratulations and a huge thank you to the 12 runners who took part in the Royal Parks Half Marathon 2018 on behalf of CRY on Sunday 14th October 2018. We are very grateful to each of our runners that took part in the Royal Parks Half Marathon and for their fantastic fundraising efforts for CRY….... Read more
CRY Heart of Durham Walk 2018...
It’s hard to believe that we’ve been holding CRY’s Heart of Durham Walk for almost a decade – and we would once again like to thank all the CRY supporters who took part in our 9th annual Walk on Saturday 6th October. It really was a special event! A crisp Autumn day, the sun shone…... Read more
CRY parents recognised with Points of Light award...
Prime Minister Theresa May has recognised Mario and Debbie Dubois, from Manchester, for screening thousands of young people for heart conditions. They are the latest recipients of the Points of Light award, which recognises outstanding volunteers who are making a change in their community. Inspired by the life of their son Harry, who passed away from…... Read more
Latest CRY Supported Research Highlights Importance Of Repeat Screening For Elite Competitive Athletes
Whilst the majority of people with cardiac conditions will be diagnosed following routine cardiac screening, we have always known that some conditions will not be identified. In the general population this is a small percentage of those we routinely test. It may be these conditions are acquired after the screening or in the case of…... Read more
Sudden Cardiac Death In Elite Footballers “Higher Than Anticipated”
• One in 50 players had a heart abnormality that needed ongoing monitoring • Almost three quarters of footballers diagnosed were able to return to play • The FA continues to provide vital insight into screening policy in sport and has invested more than £3.1 million into its screening programme After a heroic effort in…... Read more
World Health Organization recognises Young Sudden Cardiac Death...
This week we saw one of the most important steps in our campaign to prevent Young Sudden Cardiac Deaths. For the first time, causes of death including SADS, ARVC, Short QT (alongside Long QT, Brugada and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy) are now being recognised by the World Health Organization (WHO). The WHO has just released the ICD…... Read moreFundraising
London Landmarks Half Marathon – 24th March 2019...
The London Landmarks Half Marathon is a new, closed road central London run. It is the only half marathon to go through both the City of London and the City of Westminster. The event will take place on the 24 March 2019. 10,000 runners will start on Pall Mall, finish by Downing Street and have…... Read more
Virgin Money London Marathon – 28th April 2019...
The Virgin Money London Marathon is the largest annual fundraising event on the planet – runners have raised over £890 million for good causes since the race began in 1981. The course follows an iconic route taking in many of London’s landmarks, from the Cutty Sark and the City to St James’ Park and The…... Read more
Vitality London 10,000 – 27th May 2019...
Starting and finishing in St. James’s Park, runners will enjoy the sights of the city and pass some of London’s most iconic landmarks including Nelson’s Column, St Paul’s Cathedral, Big Ben, the Houses of Parliament & Westminster Abbey. A great run for everyone, whether you’re new to running, or if you’re a seasoned runner looking…... Read more