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Heart Care Emergency Appeal

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Former Goodyear Workers Kind Gift

A huge heartfelt thank you to the Workers Benevolent Fund at Goodyear for the kind donation of exercise equipment!
Jean's Recovery

Jean says the exercise and great care she received from the Heart Care team has really been the best medicine for her recovery!
Tribute to Trustee Eric Watts

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our much loved and respected Trustee Mr Eric Watts.
Patient Statement

Statement from Heart Care following the proposed lifting of Covid restrictions on 19th July.

Stroke

With Stroke becoming one of the leading causes of death in the UK, find out how to recogise symptoms and reduce the risk.
The Health Benefits of Walking

Walking has become a favourite pastime for many of us during this pandemic but did you realise there are huge health benefits to walking too?
Salt Intake

Salt in our food is a great way to add flavour, but how much does salt affect our health?
Staying Well in Winter

Carole Holder, Counsellor explains how to look after our mental health this winter
What is COPD

Find out what COPD is and how Pulmonary Rehabilitation helps to manage the sypmtoms
Alcohol Awareness

Sometimes our drinking can creep up on us and over time it can lead to us feeling stressed and anxious
Cardiac Rehab Home Programme

Find out how Paul, Heart Care patient recovered and lost 2 stone after his Heart Attack by taking part in our Home Rehab Programme
CPR during Covid 19

Find out how you can help to save someones life by doing hands only CPR during Covid 19
Oats to Lower Cholesterol

3 Ways to eat Overnight Oats to help lower your cholesterol
What is Cardiac Rehabilitation?

Find out about Cardiac Rehabilitation & the benefits to improving your health and wellbeing, whilst improving your heart health.

Home Exercise Videos

Take part in our home exercise videos put together by our Exercise Physiologists - IMPORTANT PLEASE READ EXERCISE GUIDANCE NOTES BEFORE TAKING PART
Patient Statement

Statement from Heart Care following the proposed lifting of Covid restrictions on 19th July.
Referral form

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Why we need your support

As a small local charity Heart Care relies heavily on individuals to support by either donating or volunteering for us!
Who is Heart Care Healthy Living

Heart and lung disease is a major cause of death both in the UK and worldwide. Heart Care Care Healthy Living is a local charity that helps the communities of Walsall, Sutton Coldfield and the surrounding areas to recover and manage illnesses such as cardiovascular disorders, circulatory disorders and chronic lung disease.
4000 miles to Chicago Challenge

Join in with friends & family and virtually travel 4000 Miles to Chicago to raise money for Heart Care!
Rehabilitation Team

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Support We Provide

Through our unique programmes of monitored physical exercise and expert advice, patients can return to a normal active life with their confidence restored.
Our fundraising promise

We are registered with the Fundraising regulator which shows we are committed to good fundraising practice.
Heart Care Emergency Appeal

Please donate today to help us be there for our patients who are amongst the hardest hit and the most vulnerable in this Coronavirus emergency.

If you experience any chest tightness/discomfort/pain, or symptoms similar to your Heart Attack/previous Angina, please follow 1. If your Chest Pain is unbearable Dial 999 for an ambulance Otherwise – • Sit down and stay calm • If the pain does not ease after 30-60 seconds Take GTN (spray or tablets) • Wait 5 minutes • If the pain has gone – REST • If not repeat the GTN •Wait 5 more minutes AFTER 10 MINUTES AND TWO GTN SPRAYS - IF YOU ARE STILL IN PAIN DIAL 999 Read more