Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection
We appreciate Dr. Patricia Best joining us at our 13 th annual Chicagoland SCADaddle Reunion social/dinner on June 12, 2026. Dr. Best is an interventional cardiologist and SCAD researcher at Mayo Clinic SCAD Research Program. Dr. Best spends time in the heart catheterization lab here she reviews and diagnoses SCAD heart attacks. After dinner, Ellen […]
After many months and countless hours of planning, our 2026 SCADaddle season is off to a great start! This year we have eight SCADaddles throughout the country with two already complete. Below is information and the logistics regarding the six SCADaddles that will be happening the rest of the year. Please support these events to […]
Our 2026 5K SCADaddle© for Research run/walks are gearing up around the country thanks to an amazing group of volunteers! A SCADaddle t-shirt is included for those who register by a specified date. SCADaddles are not just fundraisers, they are opportunities to get together, have fun and support each other. Since all SCADaddles are open […]
February 15-21, 2026 SCAD Heart Attack Awareness Week© is February 15-21. This is the perfect week to spread the word about spontaneous coronary artery dissection (SCAD), a poorly understood cause of a heart attack. Wondering what you can do to raise awareness about SCAD? Here are a few simple ideas that can definitely make a […]
Are you a SCAD survivor? Has SCAD affected your family or friends? Let your voice be heard! You can use the "Tell Your Story" link below to submit your information and it will be posted in the blog section of the website (see "Read Stories"). Or, tell your story in a video and send it to us by email. Short (2-3 minute) videos will be posted on our youtube channel.