Cardiac Rehabilitation at UHCW NHS Trust

22/10/2025

Stoptober is about stopping smoking FOR GOOD. Here is a link to the NHS Better Health website with tips on staying smoke free

You’ve quit smoking and that is great news! Find tips to manage cravings, handle triggers, and avoid relapsing. Stay smoke free with our guides.

21/10/2025

Being and staying active is vital for a healthy lifestyle. There are many ways that we can all increase our activity levels in everyday lives. Our colleagues at Better Health, an NHS initiative.

Follow this link to find out more

You’ve quit smoking and that is great news! Find tips to manage cravings, handle triggers, and avoid relapsing. Stay smoke free with our guides.

20/10/2025

17/10/2025

How healthy is your diet?

Why note take the Heart UK quiz to find out. Click on the link

https://www.heartuk.org.uk/cholesterol-smart/diet-quiz

Heart UK the Cholesterol Charity our trusted colleagues

Take the quiz to find out how heart-healthy your diet is and get tips and advice that are tailored to you.

16/10/2025

Crucial to our team is remaining up to date with cardiac rehabilitation research and development. To this end members of the team recently attended the annual BACPR (British Association for Cardiovascular Prevention and Rehabilitation) Conference.

Three of our team also presented findings from research projects run within the team that now form part of our ongoing rehabilitation offering.

We are proud if them all

16/10/2025

It is "Restart a heart day" 2025 - a global initiative - the main goal is to raise awareness of cardiac arrest and the importance of learning CPR.

The initiative is led by Resuscitation Council UK, supported by British Heart Foundation, British Red Cross, St John Ambulance, the Association of Ambulance Chief Executives, NHS England, Save a Life for Scotland, Save a Life Cymru, and Northern Ireland Ambulance.

To find more information about the day from BHF follow this link

https://www.bhf.org.uk/how-you-can-help/how-to-save-a-life/restart-a-heart-day #:~:text=Restart%20a%20Heart%20Day%20is,reduces%20by%20up%20to%2010%25.

Here is a link that will take you straight to the British Heart Foundation ReVivR programme, a free online CPR training course.

https://www.bhf.org.uk/how-you-can-help/how-to-save-a-life/how-to-do-cpr/learn-cpr-in-15-minutes

CPR is a valuable skill that could save a life why not take a look.

Learn CPR free in 15 minutes from home with RevivR. All you need is a cushion and a digital device.

15/10/2025

2 weeks in - keep going

14/10/2025

Today we recognise Allied Healthcare Professionals who work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams to manage patients' care throughout their lives.

Join us in recognising our colleagues

13/10/2025

During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, UK individuals should learn what is normal for their breasts and watch for changes, such as a new lump or thickening in the breast or armpit, a change in breast size or shape, dimpling or redness of the skin, ni**le changes like inversion, rash, or discharge, or persistent pain in one breast. If you notice any of these signs, especially if it's something new or persistent, you should see a GP for a check-up.

10/10/2025

Today is World Mental Health day - this year the theme is Mental Health humanitarian emergencies.

Mental health is more than a small part of our lives – it’s every moment of every day.
Help is available, never be afraid to ask if you need it.

Here is a link to Mind where you can find out more info about World Mental Health day plus information and support.

https://www.mind.org.uk/

09/10/2025

Today sees the start of national curry week. A firm favourite for many, sometimes seen as unhealthy but there are many recipes that allow you to enjoy a heart healthy curry. Why not try a few out this week.

Here is a link to our colleagues at the British Heart Foundation website where you can find a series of heart healthy recipes.

Curries are comforting, yummy and there’s a variety to try from different cultures. And if you make your own from one of these healthy curry recipes, they can also be good for your heart health.