So many people have contacted CRY wondering if there are others they could talk to who have suffered similarly. CRY has a network of Bereavement Supporters who have themselves been affected by a young sudden cardiac death. They have completed a two-year counselling course so that they can offer support, over the telephone, to others. If you would like to speak about bereavement support or would like advice about expert pathology or cardiology, please contact CRY’s support team on 01737 363222 or email [email protected].

CRY was delighted to be invited to the roundtable discussion chaired by Amanda Hack MP in Westminster this week, which recognised the importance of CPR and defibrillation alongside proactive approaches such as symptom awareness, screening young people for potentially life-threatening cardiac conditions, and ensuring appropriate care and support for cardiac arrest survivors and their families. CRY’s cardiac screening programme for 14 to 35-year-olds plays a vital role in identifying potentially life-threatening conditions, alongside improved access to AEDs and greater training and education in CPR. These are all crucial components of a National Strategy for the Prevention of #YSCD. We welcomed the opportunity to contribute to this important discussion alongside so many outstanding charities and groups, including our partnership with the Heart of West London, whose work is helping to prevent deaths and improve outcomes for those affected by heart conditions.

Every week in the UK, at least 12 young people die suddenly from undiagnosed heart conditions. CRY works to reduce this number and offers support for those who are affected by young sudden cardiac death. Visit c-r-y.org.uk/ to find out more about CRY's work #12AWeek