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Cardiac Arrest Survivorship at ERC 2024: A New Frontier in Resuscitation Care?

European Resuscitation Conference 2024 Athens, cardiac arrest survivorship

The European Resuscitation Conference (ERC) 2024 in Athens marked a pivotal moment in cardiac arrest survivorship advocacy. As a presenter in the Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement (PPIE) session, I witnessed firsthand how this global platform is reshaping the future of resuscitation care. Embracing the Survivorship Journey The conference’s leadership demonstrated an unprecedented commitment … Read more

Cardiac Arrest Survivorship: A New Era of Care?

by Paul Swindell

As a 10-year cardiac arrest survivor and the founder of Sudden Cardiac Arrest UK (SCA UK), I’ve witnessed firsthand the challenges and triumphs that come with survivorship. Today, I’m pleased to share some important news that marks a significant milestone in the journey of cardiac arrest care in the UK—not just for survivors like myself … Read more

Beyond Revival: Addressing the Unmet Needs of Sudden Cardiac Arrest Survivorship

by Paul Swindell

All-Party Parliamentary Group report on sudden cardiac arrest survivorship

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