I experienced a life-threatening cardiac event in 2020, a Polymorphic ventricular tachyarrhythmias - one that, in many cases, people don’t survive. I was incredibly fortunate. Thanks to quick medical intervention and a lot of grace, I’m still here. I now have a pacemaker/defibrillator, a device that will protect me should this ever happen again.
The strangest part? There’s nothing structurally wrong with my heart. What I’ve been dealing with is a rare electrical issue called supraventricular tachycardia — a condition that can trigger sudden, dangerous rhythms. We’ve done every test imaginable: a heart ablation targeting problematic areas, extensive screenings, even DNA testing. Still, no clear answers.
This experience has shown me just how much we’ve discovered about heart health, and also how much we still don’t understand. That’s why the work being done by the American Heart Association is so important. Their research is not only saving lives today but also unlocking the future of diagnosis, treatment, and prevention for heart conditions that still remain a mystery.
Thank you for all your support, and please consider learning more about the AHA’s mission. It truly makes a difference.