Matthew Johnson
Matthew's 56 races for Beat SCAD page
Fundraising for Beat SCAD
Story
Two days before Christmas 2016, my mum passed away suddenly from a cardiac arrest, brought on by a Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection (SCAD). She was fit and healthy, didn't drink or smoke, and there were no warning signs. My mum was only 56 and so in her memory I have set myself the challenge to complete 56 races. The races will vary in length from 10K to marathon.
SCAD is an under-diagnosed heart condition that can’t currently be predicted or prevented. It affects people with few or none of the normal risk factors for heart disease.
SCAD can be fatal, cause heart failure, cardiac arrest, require heart bypass surgery, stents or medical management. SCAD occurs when a tear or a bruise develops in one of the coronary arteries resulting in a blockage that prevents normal blood flow. This can result in a heart attack.
SCAD affects mainly women. SCADs can occur during or soon after pregnancy. Menopause, extreme stress and exercise and connective tissue disorders have also been associated with SCAD but as yet we don’t know exactly what causes SCAD.
With your support we can help to raise awareness and fund much-needed research into this devastating condition.
Thank you for taking the time to view my fundraising page.
Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast and totally secure. Your details are safe with JustGiving - they'll never sell them on or send unwanted emails. Once you donate, they'll send your money directly to the charity. So it's the most efficient way to donate - saving time and cutting costs for the charity.
SCAD is an under-diagnosed heart condition that can’t currently be predicted or prevented. It affects people with few or none of the normal risk factors for heart disease.
SCAD can be fatal, cause heart failure, cardiac arrest, require heart bypass surgery, stents or medical management. SCAD occurs when a tear or a bruise develops in one of the coronary arteries resulting in a blockage that prevents normal blood flow. This can result in a heart attack.
SCAD affects mainly women. SCADs can occur during or soon after pregnancy. Menopause, extreme stress and exercise and connective tissue disorders have also been associated with SCAD but as yet we don’t know exactly what causes SCAD.
With your support we can help to raise awareness and fund much-needed research into this devastating condition.
Thank you for taking the time to view my fundraising page.
Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast and totally secure. Your details are safe with JustGiving - they'll never sell them on or send unwanted emails. Once you donate, they'll send your money directly to the charity. So it's the most efficient way to donate - saving time and cutting costs for the charity.