Asociación A.F.A.C.M.S. - D-Corazón

Support for people affected by heart conditions

The Association of Families and People Affected by Heart Disease and Sudden Cardiac Death (A.F.A.C.M.S. - D-Corazón) is a nonprofit organization working on issues related to heart conditions and sudden cardiac death. It serves people with heart conditions and their families, combining peer support with public education about the challenges associated with these conditions.

Areas of work

• Awareness: public education about heart conditions and sudden cardiac death as a step toward prevention.
• Support: peer support for affected people and their families, drawing on members’ own experience.
• Cardiac preparedness: promoting the creation of heart-safe spaces, recognizing the importance of a rapid response in cases of sudden cardiac death.
• Cooperation: working with other organizations and welcoming volunteers and members.

Activities and public presence

The association maintains an events and news calendar. Recorded activities include participation in the Family Heart Disease Conference hosted by the Alicante Family Heart Disease Association, held June 15 at Alicante General University Hospital. Its website was also a finalist in La Verdad’s website awards in the association category.

Donations and merchandise

The association funds its work at least in part through donations and sales of its own promotional items, including a D-Corazón polo shirt and T-shirt, each priced at €10.

Location and contact

The association is based in Murcia. Phone: 697 92 51 67. Email: contacto@d-corazon.com. Its website also has a contact form and a members’ forum.