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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 […]

As we begin 2026 and jump into a new year of SCADaddles©, we want to pause and celebrate what you made possible in 2025. Together, we achieved: • A $200,000 donation to the Mayo Clinic SCAD Research Program, Rochester MN – this is the largest amount we have donated to research since we started in […]

As we wrap up another incredible year, our hearts are full of gratitude for the amazing SCAD community that continues to come together with such purpose and passion. In 2025, our SCADaddles brought hope and connection to six cities, uniting more than 1,300 participants— survivors, families, friends, and supporters — all moving together for a […]

Is Making a Donation to SCAD Research Inc. on your end-of-year to-do list? Why not make your donation on or before Giving Tuesday, December 2, 2025? Giving Tuesday is a global movement that inspires generosity and reminds us how small acts of kindness can transform the world. This year, we invite you to support SCAD […]

The 2nd annual Pittsburgh 5K SCADaddle for Research timed run/walk on October 5 wrapped up our 2025 SCADaddle season in style. The chip-timed 5K took place at South Park – Edgebrook Field, South Park Township, just outside Pittsburgh. All participants received a participation medal as they crossed the finish line. Awards/recognitions were given to top […]

Check out the following SCAD related articles recently published in Mayo Clinic News Network. Mayo Clinic study reveals hidden causes of heart attacks in younger adults, especially women. A new Mayo Clinic study finds that many heart attacks in people under 65 — especially women — are caused by factors other than clogged arteries, challenging […]

Our last 2025 SCADaddle is just around the corner! Don’t miss out, register today: • Pennsylvania, Pittsburgh (Oct. 5) Our chip-timed 5K takes place at South Park – Edgebrook Field in South Park Township just outside of Pittsburgh. South Park is a large historic, kid-friendly and dog friendly park. After the awards ceremony, enjoy refreshments, […]

Our 2025 San Diego 5K SCADaddle took place Sept. 5-6 at beautiful Crown Point Park on Mission Bay. Many thousands of dollars were raised for research. More than 50 survivors participated. Family/friends of Tina, a SCAD Angel walked in her memory. This year’s SCADaddle once again included an online silent auction. Since it was virtual, […]

September 1-8 (7:00AM PDT) The annual online silent auction is now open! Look through our great items, make a bid or two and check back often. The silent auction is open until 9/8/2024 (7:00AM PDT). Even though the online silent auction is part of the San Diego 5k SCADaddle weekend, since it is online, everyone […]