“Never the Same Man“ is a powerful and deeply personal journey of recovery after cardiac arrest, told through the words and poetry of survivor Richard Moore. In this moving podcast episode, Richard shares how creative writing helped him express the complex emotions of survival, healing, and transformation. Co-authored with his father, David Moore, the book captures raw reflections … Read more
I’m approaching year 8 of breakfasting on atorvastatin. When my GP first explained to me that I’d be taking the medication for the rest of my life, after being diagnosed with cardiac ischemia and atherosclerosis (coronary artery disease), I protested. I bargained with him: “What if I change my diet?” “What if I go vegan?” … Read more
Being resuscitated is something that the patient is usually totally oblivious to, and whilst the ramifications of the event can be long term, often the first indication that you have been through something is when you regain consciousness and notice pain your the chest. Of course, if you have received major heart surgery it’s certainly … Read more