This report is an updated version of the report Too Young to Die from 2012 which analyzed sudden cardiac death (SCD) occurrence, specifically among youth from 1-39 years of age. It includes updated death certificate data from 2007-2016, background information on SCD, mortality statistics, case reviews and potential prevention practices.
October 2018 MI HEARTSafe School Newsletter.
A map of the current number of MI HEARTSafe Schools per Michigan County.
List of common questions, answers and reminders that may help you better understand the application process and the MI HEARTSafe School Program.
Directions for school-based AED practice drills and checklists.
Directions in case of a cardiac emergency.
Document for listing the people designated as the cardiac emergency response team.
A checklist for school administrators on becoming a MI HEARTSafe school.
National resource for all things heart related, including sudden cardiac death prevention resources.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is pleased to present this updated report detailing the impact of sudden cardiac death (SCD) in Michigan young people under age 40—an issue of grave public health concern.