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For participating in West Coast 5K SCADaddle for Research - San Diego, CA

Our story…

07/11/2024 Not only is it free slurpee day at your local "7 Eleven", it's the day I had a Heart Attack. I was diagnosed with Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection. SCAD is little known and a poorly understood type of heart attack. Women as young as 40 with no other health concerns are affected. SCAD is caused when a sudden tear occurs within the layers of one or more arteries to the heart. This tear blocks blood flow and causes a heart attack.

Thankfully I was at work when I had my H.A. and my wonderful family of coworkers were there to rescue me. I was immediately sent to a nearby hospital where the team attended to me quickly. I had 3 stents placed in my right coronary artery. I'm blessed to be here today and thankful for the magnificent team from start to finish. 

I'm taking it easy these days, enjoying time with my family. I started Cardiac Rehab and the hope is to gain my confidence back and be able to speak to others about my life event. 

Join my team "Ohana Love" or make a donation ❤️.  

Love, Vanessa

Help us raise money for SCAD RESEARCH INC

Team members

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Recent donors

Donation date Donor name Donation amount
Sep 07 Alan JR We are so proud of you . $27.48
Sep 07 Al & June You are my sister and we love you... $50.00
Sep 05 ShaNaeNae Im glad you’re doing better princess Undisclosed amount
Aug 29 Mie Jubinal I’m glad you’re recovering. $27.48
Aug 24 Lianna Thank you for sharing this, Vanessa. So glad you are ok! All the best in your recovery. $54.10
Aug 23 melina $107.35
Aug 23 Christina $22.15
Aug 23 Irish Carranza God Bless you and thank you for sharing your story and raising awareness. 💞 $22.15