Having survived a cardiac arrest nine years ago, I have learned many things about the triumphs and hurdles of recovery. Among the surprises I encountered during this journey was the profound psychological impact of my near-death experience. While my memory of the cardiac arrest is nonexistent, I was haunted by the blaring sirens and the … Read more
In a recent session at the House of Lords, the topic of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest took centre stage. Baroness Finlay of Llandaff started the session by asking His Majesty’s Government what steps they are taking to improve outcomes in cases of sudden cardiac arrest. Lord Evans of Rainow (Conservative) represented the government and responded to … Read more
In the realm of post-Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA) recovery, many physical, emotional, and psychological challenges confront survivors. Each day brings its own hurdles, leaving us exhausted, drained, and emotionally vulnerable. However, it is imperative that we shift our perspective and embrace self-compassion as a guiding light on our path to healing. Here we look at … Read more