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Unexplained Faints and Consciousness

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Is your collar too tight?

Carotid sinus Syncope is a common cause of Syncope in an older person. Sometimes called ‘tight-collar syndrome’, when there is pressure or sudden movement on...

Carotid sinus Syncope is a common cause of Syncope in an older person. Sometime...

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Have you recently downloaded our paediatric resources?

Did you know STARS encourage our younger members to learn about their Syncope (sinco-pee). This is so that they can understand what happens and how we can make...

Did you know STARS encourage our younger members to learn about their Syncope (s...

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Heat Syncope

On a daily basis the media warn of the danger of heat exhaustion and heat stroke However, heat Syncope (fainting from extreme heat) should be equally...

On a daily basis the media warn of the danger of heat exhaustion and heat stroke...

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Have you experienced unexplained falls or blackouts?

One reason for confusion is convulsive Syncope, which is when a loss of consciousness is accompanied by jerking of arms, legs and face, as well as other...

One reason for confusion is convulsive Syncope, which is when a loss of consciou...

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Do you have PoTS?

The symptoms of Postural Tachycardia Syndrome (PoTS) and orthostatic hypotension can be very similar. Orthostatic hypotension Is a sudden drop in blood...

The symptoms of Postural Tachycardia Syndrome (PoTS) and orthostatic hypotension...

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Could artificial intelligence help refine diagnostic pathways for arrhythmia?

More than 2 million people in the UK are said to have an arrhythmia and 1.4 million of those have atrial fibrillation – a heart rhythm disturbance in which the...

More than 2 million people in the UK are said to have an arrhythmia and 1.4 mill...

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STARS - Do you have a child at school or nursery with RAS?

With the new Summer term in full swing, and young children being prepared for their first term in primary school in September, the STARS Education Information...

With the new Summer term in full swing, and young children being prepared for th...

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Can you spare 10 minutes of your time?

This is an exciting opportunity for you to share your thoughts and opinions on the description of a new type of ICD, which has recently been launched. Although...

This is an exciting opportunity for you to share your thoughts and opinions on t...

Administrator•2 months ago

There is no such thing as a simple faint.

Simon Cowell recently fainted due to low blood pressure and was rushed to hospital. He is now on the mend and says “sometimes we get a reminder that we’re not...

Simon Cowell recently fainted due to low blood pressure and was rushed to hospit...

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Early Bird Discount for STARS Patient Educational Day!

GET YOUR EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT NOW! 📣 Sign up to STARS Patient Educational Day now to qualify for the special Early Bird rate! What to expect: • World...

GET YOUR EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT NOW! 📣 Sign up to STARS Patient Educational Day...

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Syncope is a symptom not a condition

Do you and your GP appreciate that Syncope is a symptom not a condition? Every patient who experiences a blackout should be given a 12-lead ECG to check...

Do you and your GP appreciate that Syncope is a symptom not a condition? Ev...

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Join us in Birmingham, UK for STARS Patient Educational Day!

Join us in Birmingham, UK for STARS Patient Educational Day! If you or someone close to you is impacted by Syncope (fainting), PoTS, or Reflex Anoxic...

Join us in Birmingham, UK for STARS Patient Educational Day! If you or someon...

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Have you experienced unexplained faints or loss of consciousness?

How many of us are aware that syncopal attacks can often be mistaken for epilepsy? One reason for confusion is convulsive syncope, which is when a loss of...

How many of us are aware that syncopal attacks can often be mistaken for epileps...

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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...

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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...

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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,...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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What is PoTS?

Do you or someone you know have Postural Tachycardia Syndrome (PoTS)? Do you struggle with PoTS? If so, do you exercise? Do you find physical effects...

Do you or someone you know have Postural Tachycardia Syndrome (PoTS)? Do you st...

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Today is Pulse Day!

We are really pleased to welcome heart societies from around the globe who are joining us to raise awareness of the importance of Know Your Pulse to Know Your...

We are really pleased to welcome heart societies from around the globe who are j...

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Did you know?

STARS has a delightfully illustrated booklet Jack has RAS to help you explain to a brother or sister why a younger sibling faints. The book provides the...

STARS has a delightfully illustrated booklet Jack has RAS to help you explain t...

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Do you have a cough syncope story to share?

Do you have a cough syncope story to share? If so, have you experienced an episode whilst driving? A very distressing condition, and topical, which could be...

Do you have a cough syncope story to share? If so, have you experienced an episo...

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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 and register here:...

Join us from the comfort of your own home – hear from experts in PoTS, syncope/f...

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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 and register...

Join us from the comfort of your own home. Hear from experts in PoTS, syncope...

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Do you have a cough syncope story to share?

Do you have a cough syncope story to share? If so, have you experienced an episode whilst driving? A very distressing condition, and topical, which could be...

Do you have a cough syncope story to share? If so, have you experienced an episo...

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Have you checked your pulse this #HeartMonth?

Tune into BCB Radio Bradford to hear our Founder and Chief Executive, Trudie Lobban, talk about #HeartMonth! ❤️ 📻 106.6 FM...

Tune into BCB Radio Bradford to hear our Founder and Chief Executive, Trudie Lob...

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