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Percent Decrease in Death Rates Since 1999 Thanks to Medical Advancements
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To further enhance the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of congenital heart defects (CHDs), our organization aims to provide financial support to the most promising research endeavors.
Establishing Connections One Beat At A Time.
CHDs are America’s most common birth defect, affecting nearly 40,000 babies each year in the U.S alone. This equates to 1 child every 15 minutes.
Percent Decrease in Death Rates Since 1999 Thanks to Medical Advancements
Most causes of CHDs are unknown. Only 15-20% of all CHDs are related to known genetic conditions.
Over 85% of babies born with a CHD now live to at least age 18. However, children born with more severe forms of CHDs are less likely to reach adulthood.
People with congenital heart defects now live longer but face challenges that evolve over time. Beyond health and medical issues, many people living with CHDs face other challenges, especially as they transition into adulthood.
Because of advancements made through research, death rates from CHDs in the U.S. have declined by 37.5% since 1999.
25% of children born with a CHD will need heart surgery or other interventions in their first year of life to survive.