Chicagoland SCADaddle 5K Walk & Run for Research

🏃‍♀️ Race Details

Join us for the 11th annual Chicagoland SCADaddle to raise money for much-needed SCAD research. Participants are invited to participate in the 5K walk/run at their own pace on the trails through the Danada Forest Preserve.

• Date: June 6, 2025
• Location: 3S580 Naperville Rd, Wheaton, IL
• Start Time: 9:00 AM
• Registration: Click here to register

❤️ Our Cause

Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection (SCAD) is a little known and poorly understood type of heart attack. SCAD is the #1 cause of heart attacks in women under age 50, pregnant women & new moms. Most patients are younger healthy women who do not have the typical risk factors of heart disease. Although less common, it can affect men too. Research is needed to identify the cause(s) and the best treatment options.

• Awareness: SCAD is often missed or misdiagnosed.
• Impact: Primarily affects younger women.
• Research: Essential for uncovering treatment advantages.
• Community: Join us to support affected individuals.

🏞️ SCADaddle

Our 5K chip timed run/walk takes place at Danada Forest Preserve in Wheaton, IL. The USATF certified 5K course runs through and around the park on a varied terrain of crushed cinder, concrete, sidewalk and grass.

• Course: USATF certified 5K route.
• Terrain: Varied paths including cinder, concrete, and grass.
• Timing: All participants will be timed.
• Post-Race: Enjoy refreshments and vendors after the race.

🏅 Awards

Awards will be given to overall winner male and female. Medals/recognition will be given to 2nd and 3rd place male/female overall and to the top three males/females for age groups: 11 and under, 12-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69 and 70 and up.