Prime Minister Theresa May has recognised Mario and Debbie Dubois, from Manchester, for screening thousands of young people for heart conditions. They are the latest recipients of the Points of Light award, which recognises outstanding volunteers who are making a change in their community. Inspired by the life of their son Harry, who passed away from an
Congratulations and a huge thank you to the 50 runners who took part in the Simplyhealth Great North Run for CRY on Sunday 9th September 2018. It was once again a lively event, living up to its billing as the world’s biggest half marathon. There were plenty of people out to show their support and to
6th September 2018 Charlotte Carney spoke to Metro about her successful heart transplant after being diagnosed with Restricted Cardiomyopathy following a CRY cardiac screening. Read more
CRY Update 75 reports on all CRY news, events and fundraising from January to April 2018. We experienced a host of highlights through this four-month period. In March, our screening programme surpassed a total of 150,000 young people screened, which is an incredible milestone for us to reach. Furthermore, to discuss our progress and the importance
Whilst the majority of people with cardiac conditions will be diagnosed following routine cardiac screening, we have always known that some conditions will not be identified. In the general population this is a small percentage of those we routinely test. It may be these conditions are acquired after the screening or in the case of cardiomyopathy
• One in 50 players had a heart abnormality that needed ongoing monitoring • Almost three quarters of footballers diagnosed were able to return to play • The FA continues to provide vital insight into screening policy in sport and has invested more than £3.1 million into its screening programme After a heroic effort in Russia
Thank you and a massive congratulations to the 66 cyclists who braved the wet and windy weather on Sunday 29th July, taking on what is known as the world’s greatest festival of cycling; the Prudential RideLondon-Surrey. 51 cyclists took part in the 100-mile event and 15 cyclists took part in the 46-mile event. Around 25,000 cyclists
There are 12 young sudden cardiac deaths in the UK every week. It’s why the number 12 is such an important figure to CRY and everyone who supports us. And as CRY staff, volunteers and 1,375 walkers gathered together in London on June 24th, we held our 12th annual CRY Heart of London Bridges Walk. The
This week we saw one of the most important steps in our campaign to prevent Young Sudden Cardiac Deaths. For the first time, causes of death including SADS, ARVC, Short QT (alongside Long QT, Brugada and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy) are now being recognised by the World Health Organization (WHO). The WHO has just released the ICD 11
Fathers Day comes at a time of the year when Dads are happily poised, anticipating the prospect of being able to spend warm summer evenings enjoying outside activities with their family. Children love this time of year too. However the excruciating burden of coping with your feelings after a child has died suddenly changes the perspective
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