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Did you know low blood pressure can cause health problems just as much as high blood pressure ?

It is important to recognise that low blood pressure (BP) can have no symptoms and is normal in athletes and young people. Unfortunately, for some, low BP...

It is important to recognise that low blood pressure (BP) can have no symptoms a...

Partner•3 days ago

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Never assume a slipper is the cause of a fall !!!

An elderly person who has in fact fainted, will only recall falling and not realise they lost consciousness. A doctor may not investigate any further,...

An elderly person who has in fact fainted, will only recall falling and not real...

Partner•8 days ago

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Leftover Easter treats? Why not bring them along to our next Patient Services ‘Online’ Coffee Morning!

Throughout the year we host ‘Online’ Coffee Mornings covering a range of topics, in which we give patients, caregivers and family members the opportunity to...

Throughout the year we host ‘Online’ Coffee Mornings covering a range of topics,...

Administrator•10 days ago

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Have you ever read a patient’s story and thought ‘that’s me’?

If YOU have been helped or reassured by an individual’s experience, could you share your story and help another? We would love to hear from you. It need not...

If YOU have been helped or reassured by an individual’s experience, could you s...

Partner•15 days ago

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There is still chance to register for STARS Patients Day On-Demand now!

STARS Patients Day On-Demand now! Join us from the comfort of your own home – hear from experts in PoTS, syncope/fainting and so much more. View the agenda...

STARS Patients Day On-Demand now! Join us from the comfort of your own home – h...

Partner•24 days ago

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Celebrating all Women throughout March!

With International Women’s Day, Mother’s Day and Women’s History Month all being celebrated in March, there is no better time than now to discuss the power of...

With International Women’s Day, Mother’s Day and Women’s History Month all being...

Partner•27 days ago

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Celebrating all Women throughout the month of March!

With International Women’s Day, Mother’s Day and Women’s History Month all being celebrated in March, there is no better time than now to...

With International Women’s Day, Mother’s Day and Women’s History Month all being...

Partner•1 month ago

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Has your child been diagnosed with reflex anoxic seizures (RAS)?

Were you advised that although it is frightening to witness, it is not life-threatening? Did you know that some children have very sensitive hearing and...

Were you advised that although it is frightening to witness, it is not life-thre...

Partner•1 month ago

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Syncope; loss of consciousness, blacking out or fainting is called Syncope

You may dismiss Syncope or self-diagnose as ‘nothing to worry about’ but you should always report an episode to your doctor, if you are experiencing a number...

You may dismiss Syncope or self-diagnose as ‘nothing to worry about’ but you sho...

Partner•1 month ago

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STARS, or Syncope Trust And Reflex anoxic Seizures aims to ensure that anyone presenting with unexplained loss...

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