We are thrilled to announce the successful installation of a life-saving defibrillator at The Flour Pot Bakery at Fiveways in Brighton.
The SHC is committed to supporting the installation of publicly accessible AED across Sussex and we were therefore delighted to fund this project together with members of the Fiveways community.
February is National Heart Month. The annual campaign aims to raises awareness about heart health and encourages people to be heart healthy.
Celebrate Heart Month by supporting the SHC, so we can continue to support the amazing cardiac staff at Sussex NHS hospitals and fund heart healthcare in Sussex.
The Sussex Heart Charity has a legacy of funding cutting-edge, life-saving hospital equipment, including Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) machines, Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) systems and Electrocardiogram (ECG) monitors. However, the smaller pieces of equipment can often have just as profound an impact on enhancing patient care and outcomes. Recently, we equipped Brighton’s Cardiac Rehabilitation team…
We are thrilled to announce that Amanda Burton has joined us as the new Patron of the Sussex Heart Charity! Together, we’re poised to make an even greater impact for people living with heart conditions across Sussex.
The Coldean community has shown remarkable dedication to enhancing local safety through a series of successful fundraising efforts. Their journey began in June 2017…
People should not worry about Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) being offered in unlocked cabinets for several reasons: Accessibility During Emergencies: In an emergency, every second counts. Unlocked cabinets ensure that AEDs are quickly and easily accessible when needed, potentially saving lives by reducing the time it takes to start life-saving procedures. In most cases, a second…
We are delighted to announce that this year’s Annual Sponsored Walk has been a tremendous success, raising just over £10,000! The Sussex Heart Charity (SHC) would like to thank everyone who donated and participated in this event. Your support is invaluable and will significantly aid heart patients in Sussex in the coming months and years.
We are excited to announce that Grattons Drive Bowls Club in Crawley has successfully secured funding from the Sussex Heart Charity for a new defibrillator. This essential piece of lifesaving equipment has been installed on the external wall of their club, ensuring it is accessible 24/7 to all members and visitors. The defibrillator was made…
In 2020, as I faced my heart procedure amidst the uncertainties of the COVID-19 pandemic, I was filled with anxiety and apprehension. With no family allowed to accompany me due to restrictions, I felt particularly alone. However, during my time on the cardiac ward, I met a wonderful cardiac nurse named Ruth, whose kindness made…
On Thursday 25th April Mr David Fraser – a long term volunteer and trustee at The Sussex Heart Charity, officially accepted The King’s Award for Voluntary Service (KAVS) crystal and certificate on behalf of all volunteers; from His Majesty’s representative – Mr Andrew Blackman, Lord-Lieutenant of East Sussex. This is the highest award a local…