VALHALLA, N.Y. (February 8, 2021) – More than 5,000 children suffer sudden cardiac arrest each year outside of a hospital setting, according to the American Heart Association . Pediatric cardiologists at Maria Fareri Children’s Hospital, a member of the Westchester Medical Center Health Network (WMCHealth), are urging school districts to prepare for the possibility of a student experiencing sudden cardiac arrest on school grounds. To assist schools with a cardiac arrest preparedness plan, Maria Fareri C...
On October 14, 2015, seven-year old Emilie was enjoying a horseback riding lesson with her sister, Ella. In an instant, a pleasant experience turned near tragic when Emilie was thrown from the horse, which caused her to stop breathing and lose consciousness. Family rushed to her aid and administered CPR to resuscitate her. Soon after, Emilie was airlifted to Maria Fareri Children's Hospital , and placed on life support. The doctors at the hospital diagnosed Emilie with several severe brain injuri...