Preventing young sudden cardiac deaths through awareness, screening and research, and supporting affected families.

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Every week in the UK at least 12 young people die of undiagnosed heart conditions. Since its formation in 1995, Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) has been working to reduce the frequency of young sudden cardiac death (YSCD). CRY supports young people diagnosed with potentially life-threatening cardiac conditions and offers bereavement support to families affected by YSCD. CRY promotes and develops heart screening programmes and funds medical research. CRY publishes and distributes medical information written by leading cardiologists for the general public. CRY funds specialist referral, screening and cardiac pathology services at leading UK hospitals.

CRY’s Vision

Preventing young sudden cardiac deaths through awareness, screening and research, and supporting affected families.

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Representatives

The role of a CRY Representative is to be an advocate for CRY and to have input in the development of CRY’s aims and initiatives in their designated area. All of our representatives are volunteers.

CRY at Parliament

This section of the website covers CRY’s efforts to engage with UK Government and Parliamentarians, and to raise awareness in Westminster of young sudden cardiac death. And information about the CRY APPG.

CRY Staff

CRY employs 38 people at their head office, 5 staff who work predominately outside of the office for our screening programme/logistical duties. CRY also employs cardiac physiologists on an ad hoc basis for our mobile screening programme. 

CRY's History

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CRY marks 50th screening in Wales with over 4,500 young people tested

On Saturday 27 & Sunday 28 October 2018 around 200 local young people will be screened by CRY thanks to a large donation awarded by Councillor Doug Williams (Glyncoch Ward) generated through fundraising during his year as Mayor of Rhondda Cynon Taf. Around £14,000 was generously donated to CRY from Cllr Williams – funding these two
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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 Sanjay
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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 Russia
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Dr Sabiha Gati’s interview with SunRise Radio

To help kick off Heart Month 2021 Sunrise Radio invited former CRY research fellow and now current myheart Consultant Cardiologist Dr Sabiha Gati to speak with them about her research fellowship with CRY and her continuing work with the charity. Sunrise Radio have selected CRY as their charity of the year to help raise awareness and vital
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CRY’s end of year message 2020

CRY’s Chief Executive Dr Steven Cox looks back over the past 12 months at what has been achieved with the incredible support from CRY families through this difficult year. A huge thank you to all of our supporters for your continued support, courage and commitment which inspires us all. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=URr0aN6XpnM&feature=youtu.be
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Dr Steven Cox, responds to the latest (Dec 2019) recommendations from the UK National Screening Committee (NSC) relating to systematic population screening for cardiac conditions associated with young sudden cardiac death (YSCD)

“Just prior to Christmas Day, the UK National Screening Committee published its conclusion to the consultation reconfirming the UK NSC does not recommend systematic population screening for cardiac conditions associated with Sudden Cardiac Death in the young. No signs or symptoms “The first point to address is that, as a charity driven by a mission to
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Dr Steven Cox’s letter to Health Secretary Matt Hancock MP

Dear Mr Hancock At the time when the Government is promising significant investments (£1.8bn) into the NHS, recognising the urgent need for greater resources across the board, it is surely only right that immediate priority is given to supporting those areas being currently ‘propped up’ by the charity and voluntary sector. As such, Cardiac Risk in
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CRY marks 50th screening in Wales with over 4,500 young people tested

On Saturday 27 & Sunday 28 October 2018 around 200 local young people will be screened by CRY thanks to a large donation awarded by Councillor Doug Williams (Glyncoch Ward) generated through fundraising during his year as Mayor of Rhondda Cynon Taf. Around £14,000 was generously donated to CRY from Cllr Williams – funding these two
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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 Sanjay
ball-field-football-47730

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 Russia

Preventing young sudden cardiac deaths through awareness, screening and research, and supporting affected families.

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Unit 1140B, The Axis Centre,
Cleeve Road, Leatherhead,
Surrey KT22 7RD

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