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Sudden Cardiac Arrest & Heart Attack
2,215 members
We are a peer support community for sudden cardiac arrest and heart attack survivors. Join to talk about cardiac rehab, lifestyle changes, heart healthy lifestyle, and heart-related news - everyone is welcome!
British Heart Foundation
50,164 members
We are the British Heart Foundation (BHF), the largest independent funder of cardiovascular research. We fund research into life saving cures to beat heart disease, stroke and vascular dementia, and stop conditions like diabetes from causing them, to help people and families live longer, better lives. Over the years, our pioneering research has helped to transform the lives of people living with heart and circulatory conditions. As well funding ground-breaking research, we’re here to support people affected by heart and circulatory diseases and their risk factors. So whether you're living with a heart or circulatory disease, or just want to find out more about them, this is the place to be. If you have any questions or concerns, and would like to speak with one of our cardiac nurses, please do contact our Heart Helpline team on 0300 330 3311 Mon-Fri 9-5pm or email hearthelpline@bhf.org.uk This community is moderated by HU_Moderator
Heart Valve Voice
348 members
Heart Valve Voice is the UK's dedicated heart valve disease charity. Heart Valve Voice is a collection of people with real experiences of heart valve disease, including a multi-disciplinary group of experts in the field (cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, GPs), cardiac patient societies and, most importantly, patients. We work with patients and clinicians to help increase the awareness of heart valve disease in the UK and improve diagnosis and treatment. Heart valve disease affects over 1.5 million people over the age of 65 in the UK and while there have been many advancements in the treatment of this disease the unfortunate fact is that far too many people are not being diagnosed and treated early enough. As a patient organisation, the power of our voice comes from the lived experiences of our patient community. Their stories are our lifeblood, and we use those experiences to affect change for future valve disease patients. Our community is a place where people can share their experiences, support each other and learn about heart valve disease treatment. You can read some of our heart valve disease stories here <https://heartvalvevoice.com/heart-valve-disease/stories> Our aim is to ensure that more of the population is aware of the importance of having their heart checked for heart valve disease, which can often be detected through a simple stethoscope check. With increased awareness, we hope to see many more heart valve disease patients get the treatment they need to go on to live full and happy lives.
Weight Loss Surgery Info
1,114 members
WLSinfo is a registered charity (no 1103151) set up and run entirely by volunteers and maintained by donations from members. Aims and Objectives of the Charity To become the premier UK source for information on Weight Loss Surgery. To provide an unbiased, clear presentation of facts on treatment choices. To inform the community of obesity and WLS related items in the popular media and professional publicationsquality weight loss surgery information To facilitate a user led support network, where users can provide mutual support and share information To empower people and allow them to become informed consumers of health care. To enable users to track other users' progress, through the use of journals, forums and chat. To make some of the web content available in other accessible formats Achieve high presence in search engine results.
No Smoking Day
5,219 members
The 'No Smoking Day' community inspires and helps smokers who want to quit, and is supported by an alliance of UK health bodies and charities. One in five UK adults smoke, doubling their risk of heart attack and stroke. Stopping smoking is the single best thing you can do for your heart health, and the risk to heart health decreases significantly soon after stopping.
Living with a Stoma
1,018 members
We are a peer support community for people who experienced stoma or are affected by stoma surgery on their bowel or bladder. Join us to discuss your condition, ask questions and get quick advice from others like you!
Unsalted Heart
524 members
Being heart healthy is more than just watching Saturated and Trans fats. If you have too much sodium/salt in your diet, it can continue to put you at risk for heart disease. Join the conversation to learn more!
Heart Failure Support
811 members
We are an international charity working to support early diagnosis and improve outcomes for heart failure patients and carers worldwide. Please share your experiences below or give us a call on +44 (0)1789 867 501 if you would like further info or advice on arrhythmia care and treatments. We are here to help.
Anticoagulation Support
3,803 members
The Anticoagulation Support community is for anyone impacted by a health condition such as atrial fibrillation, stroke, deep vein thrombosis (DVT) and pulmonary embolism (PE), aortic heart valve replacement, antiphospholipid syndrome and thrombotic disorders. These conditions can increase the risk of blood clots or thrombosis and may require anticoagulation therapy to treat or prevent blood clots from happening. Anticoagulant therapy is sometimes described as a blood thinner and can be given for a short period of time (to prevent clots after hip and knee replacement surgery) or long term for people with thrombotic disorders to prevent recurrence of clotting episodes. Some people may be offered anticoagulation medication when they are being treated for cancer. Anyone requiring anticoagulation therapy should discuss medication options with a health care provider and be given adequate information around the duration and monitoring of the treatment provided. In the UK, there are several oral anticoagulant medications available - Apixaban, Dabigatran, Edoxaban, Rivaroxaban and Warfarin. Heparin is given by injection. Anticoagulation Support aims to help individuals engage with people who have lived experience of living with a condition and being treated with anticoagulants. The site is moderated by HealthUnlocked with input from an anticoagulation patient expert and an anticoagulation healthcare professional. For information about anticoagulation therapy and related conditions visit.... NHS website - https://www.nhs.uk/ National Institute of Health and Care Excellence(NICE) - https://www.nice.org.uk
Prostate Cancer Network
4,955 members
Newly diagnosed? On Active Surveillance? You've got brothers here! What's next after surgery or radiation? Impotent? Difficulty with Urine Control? Caregiver or Spouse? You are not alone, here. A friendly, safe, informal atmosphere where we can pick each other's brains. Your 24 hour online support group. Our community is run by Malecare Cancer Support. We are men, fighting prostate cancer, together.
Heart Rhythm Disorders Support
6,761 members
We are an international charity working to support early diagnosis and improve outcomes for arrhythmia patients and carers worldwide. Please share your experiences below or give us a call on +44 (0)1789 867 501 if you would like further info or advice on arrhythmia care and treatments. We are here to help.
Wessex Cancer Trust
71 members
Welcome to Wessex Cancer Trust online community. Here you can openly talk to other people affected by cancer – whether you are going through your own cancer journey or supporting a family member or friend. We will support you through the highs and lows, help you prepare for surgery or treatment, and give you the confidence to talk to your loved ones about cancer. We can empower you to feel strong enough to make your own choices, whether you are moving on from cancer or making difficult decisions about a terminal diagnosis. We offer practical, emotional and physical support at a time when nothing seems to be in your control. All of our Support Centres will welcome you into a calm and non-clinical space in your local community, somewhere familiar and safe.
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