Media personality Hiba El-Ziad passed away at the age of 29 suddenly, with sources confirming that her death was unexpected and without prior warning, causing shock and sorrow among friends and colleagues.

Causes of Sudden Death

Sudden cardiac death occurs when the heart abruptly stops functioning, followed immediately by cessation of breathing and blood flow, resulting in loss of consciousness and death within seconds.

This differs from sudden cardiac arrest, which is usually due to an arrhythmia and can be treated if prompt medical care is provided. Sudden death in young people often stems from undiagnosed heart conditions, including genetic heart diseases, which may occur during physical activity or even while resting or sleeping.

Can Sudden Death Be Prevented in Youth?

Preventive measures include:

• Consulting a cardiologist if at high risk, with possible advice to avoid competitive sports.

• Taking medications or undergoing procedures to reduce risk, such as an Implantable Cardioverter Defibrillator (ICD), which monitors heart rhythm and delivers shocks if life-threatening arrhythmias occur.

• Using Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) available in many sports centers, which guide users to restore normal heart rhythm even without prior training.

The sudden passing of Hiba El-Ziad highlights the importance of awareness of hidden heart conditions and preventive measures to reduce the risk of sudden cardiac death, particularly among young people.

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