This week, I was grateful to attend Cardiac Risk in the Young’s (CRY) MP Drop-In event during their Raising Awareness Week, where I refreshed my support for their pledge.
CRY is calling for a National Strategy for the Prevention of Young Sudden Cardiac Death, to help save the lives of the 12 apparently fit and healthy young people who die every week in the UK from undiagnosed cardiac conditions. I’m proud to continue supporting this important campaign and to be a member of the CRY All-Party Parliamentary Group.
I first met Paula Hesmondhalgh a few years ago and have been consistently impressed by the incredible work she does locally through The Matthew Hesmondhalgh Memorial Fund, set up in memory of her son Matthew. Paula and her family have worked tirelessly to raise awareness of young sudden cardiac death and to fund cardiac screening events in the Garstang community, including at Garstang Community Academy.
Their dedication is truly inspiring, and I’m grateful for everything Paula and the wider CRY community do to help protect young lives and support other affected families.
Thank you to CRY and to everyone working to raise awareness of this vital issue.