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Sudden death in young people: Heart problems often blamed
Are there symptoms or red flags parents, coaches and others should be on the lookout for that signal a young person is at high risk of sudden cardiac death?
Should young people with a heart defect avoid physical activity?
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How common is sudden cardiac death in young people?
What can cause sudden cardiac death in young people?
How can parents, coaches and others know if a young person is at risk of sudden cardiac death?
Can sudden death in young people be prevented?
Who should be screened for sudden death risk factors?
Should young adults with a heart problem avoid or limit physical activity?
Should young people with a heart defect avoid physical activity?
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How common is sudden cardiac death in young people?
What can cause sudden cardiac death in young people?
How can parents, coaches and others know if a young person is at risk of sudden cardiac death?
Can sudden death in young people be prevented?
Who should be screened for sudden death risk factors?
Should young adults with a heart problem avoid or limit physical activity?
Should young adults with a heart problem avoid or limit physical activity?
It depends. If you are at risk of sudden cardiac death, talk to your healthcare professional about physical activity. Whether you can safely participate in exercise or sports depends on your specific condition. Do not play full-contact sports if you have a medical device in your chest to find and stop irregular heartbeats. A direct blow to the chest may move the device.
Your health professional can tell you which sports and types of exercise are safe for you or your child.
