Our mission is to eradicate the deadly health care epidemic of sudden cardiac death by empowering communities and health care providers with knowledge and greater access to automated external defibrillators. S.C.A.R.F. is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to educating people about the signs and prevention of sudden cardiac death/arrest. The general population is unaware of the fact that sudden cardiac death is the leading cause of death within the United States. It’s responsible for approximately 550,000 deaths per year…more than most major cancers combined! Despite the staggering numbers of deaths that sudden cardiac arrest causes each year, it is not a high-profile killer. Many instances of sudden cardiac arrest occur without immediate warning, with minimal or easily overlooked symptoms. However, what most people (even healthcare providers) don’t realize is that there are plenty of signs that point towards future cardiac problems. We hope you join us in our mission to reduce this epidemic of heart disease and sudden cardiac death. We appreciate your continued support.