Peer support — connecting with others who have been through a similar cardiac arrest experience — is one of the most powerful elements of recovery and the foundation of SCA UK.
After the storm of a sudden cardiac arrest comes the aftershock – the long and arduous journey towards recovery that survivors and their loved ones must navigate. What began as an extensive inquiry by the All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for Defibrillators into increasing access to these life-saving devices, the story quickly evolved. As the APPG … Read more
On November 18th, we held our third large-scale gathering – Survive and Thrive – welcoming nearly 200 sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) survivors, co-survivors, medical experts, and advocates. The day exceeded even our highest hopes. As organisers, we were blown away by the courageous stories shared, the instant connections made between perfect strangers, and the wealth … Read more
Last weekend, Sudden Cardiac Arrest UK hosted its inspirational “Survive and Thrive” gathering at Staverton Park Hotel and Golf Course. This uplifting event welcomed almost 200 cardiac arrest survivors, co-survivors, key supporters, medical staff, and advocates to connect, find support, and learn from one another. A key aspect that makes events like Survive and Thrive … Read more