British Heart Foundation

⚠️ TW: Cardiac arrest flatline ⚠️ Each week, 12 young people are lost to sudden cardiac death in the UK. This summer, we're honouring 12 young people in a series of murals. Libbey is one of them. These young fans had their dream of watching teams play in the #Euros snatched away by sudden cardiac death. With your donations we can fund lifesaving research that will help stop this tragic reality. https://lnkd.in/gzFEc6Zk A huge thank you to the artists who created these beautiful murals. ❤️ #HeartDisease #CardiacArrest #HeartResearch #HeartCharity #Research

Jake “absolutely loved football”. But he hasn’t been able to watch England play this summer. In 2018, that dream was snatched away when he died at just 16. Jake was a talented young football player and he dreamt of becoming professional one day. He played for local team Pengam FC and at the age of 10 he had trials for Cardiff City FC and Bristol City. When Jake wasn’t playing football, he was devoted to one team only – Liverpool FC. He longed to go and see Liverpool play at Anfield - and his family had made plans to do that one day. But sadly, he never did. Jake died of sudden arrhythmic death syndrome (SADS). His sister Chloe discovered him when she went to wake him for breakfast. “We will never get any answers as to why Jake died and why it had to happen to him. We hear of tragedies happening to other families but never expect it to be yourself” says Chloe. Each week, 12 young people are lost to sudden cardiac death in the UK. With your support, we can fund more vital research to help stop this tragic reality. https://lnkd.in/gzFEc6Zk #Euros2024   

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What is sudden arrhythmic death syndrome (SADS)? Swipe to find out more.  For information on SADS, click here https://lnkd.in/eM-bjF3p  

Our research is providing much-needed answers and hope to families who have faced the challenge of losing loved ones to sudden cardiac death. Professor Elijah Behr hopes to understand the heart rhythm problems that cause sudden arrhythmic death syndrome (SADS). With research, we hope to diagnose people before it’s too late. https://lnkd.in/eM-bjF3p   

This is Taylor. He hasn't been able to watch England play in the Euros. That dream was snatched away when he died at the age of 14 from a sudden cardiac arrest. Taylor dreamed of playing football professionally one day and was a loyal Newcastle FC fan and season ticket holder from a very young age. Elaine, Taylor’s Mum, said “He’d always loved his football and had been kicking a ball around since he could walk.” Taylor died overnight at home in his bedroom. His younger sister, Megan, who was just four at the time, discovered him the following morning. Initially, the cause of Taylor’s death was unexplained; however, it was later discovered that there was a problem with how his left coronary artery had developed and grown. Each week, 12 young people are lost to sudden cardiac death in the UK. We’re funding lifesaving research to help stop this tragic reality. #Euros2024

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This is Claire. She hasn't been able to watch England in the Euros this summer. That dream was snatched away when she died at the age of 22 from a sudden cardiac arrest. Newly married, a qualified accountant and just about to launch her own beauty business, Claire’s Dad Graham remarked how she was “always driven, she knew what she wanted in life and worked hard to get there.” While away at a spa weekend with friends, Claire collapsed having been in the swimming pool and jacuzzi. Despite the best efforts of her friends, including a student nurse who performed CPR until the paramedics arrived, very sadly Claire couldn't be saved. Each week, 12 young people are lost to sudden cardiac death in the UK. We’re funding lifesaving research to help stop this tragic reality. https://lnkd.in/ejFNcM7S #Euros2024

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Each week, around 12 young people are lost to sudden cardiac death in the UK. We're proud to support British Heart Foundation (BHF) who, in their newest campaign, are honouring 12 young people in a series of murals across the UK. People like Tom, who loved sport and is remembered for his sense of fun.  Together, our partnership with BHF is helping to fund vital defibrillators in communities across the UK. Every pound raised by Royal Mail colleagues is making the world of difference.  Find out more about BHF’s work: www.bhf.org.uk/tilidied  Find out more about our partnership at: https://lnkd.in/eZn38AKR