Protecting young hearts: How NHS Data is saving lives

In the UK, sudden cardiac death claims the lives of 12 young people under the age of 35 each week. But thanks to groundbreaking research powered by NHS data and the British Heart Foundation, we're changing this story.

Through the NHS Research Secure Data Environment Network, medical experts are analysing patient data, in a secure and anonymised environment, to identify children at risk of sudden cardiac arrest. This vital research is ensuring more young people receive potentially life-saving cardiac implants when they need them most.

A research project involving Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children NHS Foundation Trust, University College London and the British Heart Foundation is using NHS data, enabling experts to:

• spot at-risk patients earlier through pattern recognition
• deepen understanding of rare cardiac conditions
• measure the success of different treatments
• provide timely interventions that save young lives

When it comes to preventing sudden cardiac death in children, data isn't just information – it's a powerful tool for saving lives. Every heartbeat matters, and through secure data analysis, we're helping protect young hearts across the nation.