Practical information and guidance for cardiac arrest survivors — covering ICDs, medications, driving, returning to work, travel and everyday life with a heart condition.
As we mark VJ Day, Britain remembers those who endured unimaginable hardship in the Far East during the Second World War. Yet few realise that some of these survivors went on to fight a different battle—one against sudden cardiac arrest—and their wartime experiences directly shaped the life-saving treatments we rely on today. The Railway of … Read more
Let’s dispel some myths!!! Unfortunately, there is a lot of misinformation about our implanted pacemakers and defibrillators. Even more frustrating is that some of that information comes from medical professionals (even doctors). Please remember that your clinicians and doctors don’t design, build or test these devices, and the device’s abilities change almost daily. What was … Read more
Surviving a cardiac arrest is nothing short of miraculous. Yet for many survivors, the emotional journey that follows can feel overwhelming and confusing. If you find yourself crying more often than before, experiencing unexpected tears, or feeling emotionally fragile, you’re not alone. These feelings are not only normal but incredibly common among cardiac arrest survivors. … Read more