Sudden Cardiac Death | Prof André La Gerche

Every year, Sudden Cardiac Death claims the lives of 500 Victorians under 50—three to four times more than road accidents.

In this episode, we explore the causes, risk factors, and misconceptions of Cardiac Arrests, Sudden Cardiac Death, and Heart Failure. We dive into the role of genetics, the challenges of screening, and what family screening looks like for those with a history of cardiac arrest.

Plus, we break down the critical importance of CPR and defibrillation, the complex relationship between exercise and heart health.

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