Eden's Heart: The back-to-school count down... Day 1

Sunday, August 29, 2010

The back-to-school count down... Day 1

Murphy Family Back-to-School BBQ

On the eve before her first day back, we decided to have a very special dinner. The honoree helped choose the meal (kabobs and corn on the cob), wore a homemade crown bearing her new title at school "pre-K" (K is for Kindergarden), and blew out the candle on an ice cream sandwich. If only all of this celebrating could actually create a joy for her return to school. :)

Wish us luck tomorrow!

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What is Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy?

Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy, is one of the four main types of cardiomyopathy. Characterized by the abnormal growth of muscle fibers on the heart muscle, HCM often results in a thickened septum and/or left and right ventricle. The thickening of the muscle can result in a resistance of blood flow both in and out of the heart’s chambers. When this occurs, the heart must work harder to pump blood throughout the body.

While perceived to be somewhat rare, HCM affects an estimated one in 500 people. It is the number one reason for heart transplants and the most common cause of sudden cardiac death in people under age 30. HCM may be best known for its role in cardiac arrest and subsequent death in some young professional athletes. The cause of HCM is largely unknown, however current research suggests it is genetic in origin.