Youth Heart Watch
Youth Heart Watch (YHW) aims to prevent sudden cardiac death among children and teens. An affiliate of Project ADAM® (Automated Defibrillators in Adam's Memory), we help develop pediatric public access automated external defibrillator (AED) programs in schools, recreation centers, youth sports programs and other public places.
Youth Heart Watch works toward ending sudden cardiac death through research, education, prevention and advocacy. Our programs at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) include:
- The YHW Sudden Cardiac Death Prevention Program
- The YHW Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation/Automated External Defibrillator (CPR/AED) Education and Training Program
- The Heart Health Screening Study (HHSS)
Our goal is to have a life-saving AED in every school in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware, with access to every child playing field or sports event.
How we serve you
We provide training assistance and education for students and staff with the hope that lives will be saved – both through the use of AEDs and through increased awareness of the warning signs, symptoms and risk factors of sudden cardiac death.
Conditions we treat
Learn about the risk factors and causes of sudden cardiac death, as well as how to recognize the signs and symptoms.
Meet your team
Every person on our team is dedicated to ending sudden cardiac death through research, education, prevention and advocacy.
Youth Heart Watch resources
This list of resources will help you and your family learn more about sudden cardiac death, find out about CPR and AED training, and even make lifestyle changes to promote long-term heart health.
Patient stories
Sudden Cardiac Arrest: How You Could Save a Life
Sudden cardiac arrest can happen to anyone at any time. Learn how you can be prepared to save a life.
Kids at Philly Rec Centers Safer Now
Every Philadelphia recreation center now has an automated external defibrillator and trained staff because of Youth Heart Watch.
Your donation changes lives
Every donation helps us make lifesaving breakthroughs for children everywhere.
