Heart Conditions In Young People

Welcome to this edition of The First Aid Show. In this video, we spoke with Professor Sam Mohiddin, a consultant cardiologist, while filming a ToBe Heartsafe training course. We asked him a crucial question: How common are heart conditions in young people?

Understanding the Risk

Heart conditions in young people are relatively rare, but when they occur, the consequences can be devastating. Studies estimate that 12 to 15 young people with undiagnosed cardiac conditions tragically lose their lives each week. Among athletes, the numbers suggest that approximately one in every 200,000 experiences a serious cardiac event per year.

Although these cases are uncommon, they remain catastrophic. This is why awareness, early detection, and emergency response training are so important. While screening plays a vital role in identifying hidden heart conditions, knowing what to do during a cardiac arrest can mean the difference between life and death.

ToBe Heartsafe’s Mission

ToBe Heartsafe is committed not only to screening but also to educating people on how to respond effectively to cardiac emergencies. Training individuals in CPR and defibrillator use empowers them to act swiftly when someone suffers a sudden cardiac arrest.

According to Professor Mohiddin, anyone who knows how to perform CPR makes their surroundings safer. Whether in a school, workplace, or public space, trained individuals have the ability to save lives. Even in the home, the skills to respond to cardiac arrests can prevent a tragedy within families.

The Power of Preparedness

Being prepared is key. By learning CPR and how to use a defibrillator, anyone can play a vital role in saving lives. Simple actions taken in an emergency can mean everything to a person experiencing a cardiac arrest.

If you want to learn more about heart conditions in young people, screening programmes, and life-saving training, visit ToBe Heartsafe. Together, we can raise awareness, improve survival rates, and make every environment a safer place for everyone.