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Appreciation for the Shree Prajapati Association UK, Tameside branch
Following the delivery of a previous heart health session which around 45 members attended in February during National Heart Month, we were delighted to return to the Shree Prajapati Association UK, Tameside branch and join them in their 50 years celebration. Cristina...

Matters of the Heart Day
NW Hearts Charity were proud to be the charity partner of The Alexandra Hospital's educational event, "Matters of the Heart". It was a fantastic day filled with expert insights and meaningful conversation. A panel of expert cardiologists were able to help us all...

World Heart Day 2025 – Don’t Miss a Beat
Every year cardiovascular disease claims the lives of more than 20 million people. The 2025 theme on World Heart Day is "Don't Miss a Beat" reminding us that many of us are missing the every day choices that protect our hearts. Decide today to make at least 1 small...

Golfers brave the storms for Charity success
We didn't let a little thing like the weather deter our inaugural charity golf day. 12 teams braved the torrential rain, hail and thunder at Houldsworth Golf Club this week. Supported by former Solheim Cup Winner, Jo Morley, the day was a great success. Winners took...

Running in memory of a very special dad
Shannon's world was turned upside down on Wednesday 24th July 2024 after receiving a phone call from the police to say that her dear dad, Stephen, had suffered a cardiac arrest on the Metrolink on his way to work and had sadly passed away. At the time, Shannon was...

An inspirational Cardiologist and a very special man
NW Hearts Charity were privileged to officially open their newly funded courtyard garden at Wythenshawe Hospital’s Acute Coronary Care Unit. The former wasted area has been transformed into a calm and restful place which can be enjoyed by patients, their families and...

Heart to Heart
NW Hearts Charity recognises that the emotional and psychological trauma of administering cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) in the community is very real. Currently, support to the people who suddenly find themselves as emergency responders, often with no knowledge...

Bob’s inspiring story
When our Chief Executive, Sue Martin, was invited to meet one of the most inspirational cardiac survivors she jumped at the chance. There are only around 300 adults in the UK living with a Left Ventricular Assist Device (LVAD) and Bob is one of them. Sue was amazed to...

A new chapter begins….We are seeking a new Chief Executive
After 3 years of managing our charity, our wonderful CEO is stepping down and heading into retirement. We are now seeking a new Chief Executive to steer and grow the charity as we step into the next exciting chapter. The recruitment for this position is being handled...

Laura gets in the rhythm
Laura is a cardiac rhythm management specialist nurse in greater Manchester meaning she works with patients that have all kinds of abnormal heart rhythms. She is one determined lady and has decided to push herself to go from beginner runner through to a marathon...

Come and join our team – now recruiting for a brand-new role!
We are excited to be recruiting for a part-time Project Support Officer to join our team and help us with our mission to improve the lives of people, living with heart disease across Greater Manchester. This 15-hour per week role would suit someone enthusiastic,...

What a legend!
We are delighted to announce that golf Professional and winner of the Solheim Cup, Joanne Morley, will be supporting our Charity Golf Day on Thursday 11th September. Joanne also won two European tours representing Great Britain. She is passionate about golf and is...

Getting Manchester Moving
The annual Manchester Moving conference is the ideal opportunity for organisations from all 10 Boroughs of Greater Manchester to come together to share, progress and consider how to get the people of Greater Manchester to become more active in their daily lives and,...

Garden fits the bill
Last year, NW Hearts Charity was delighted to fund the development of a courtyard garden in the Acute Coronary Care Unit at Wythenshawe Hospital. This week, our CEO, Sue Martin, was privileged to be personally shown round the new tranquil space by Divisional Director...

Heart and Sole
Dr VJ Karthikeyan, Cardiologist swapped the hospital for the running arena when he took on the Manchester 10K run last weekend, raising money for NW Hearts Charity which will support services, facilities and equipment within his own environment, Cardiac Catheter lab...

Royal Bolton Heart Failure patient support group
Charlotte Hulse, Heart Failure Specialist Nurse at Royal Bolton Hospital applied for one of our financial grants. She explained “We want to invigorate and support our Heart Failure Group which is now running off-site. We want to be able to document our clinical...

Welcoming Fleetmaster Group as a sponsor of our Golf Day
NW Hearts Charity is thrilled to welcome Fleetmaster Group as a sponsor of our Golf Day taking place on Thursday 11th September 2025 at Houldsworth Golf Club, Stockport. “We are delighted to be supporting NW Hearts Charity in the work they do in Greater Manchester and...

Enabling a Healthier World
Enabling a Healthier World is the strapline of technological healthcare specialists, Lonza and this is exactly what they did this week as part of their lunch and learn series. NW Hearts Charity was invited to their central Manchester office over a two-day period and...

Listen to your heart – Salford Radio
Heart issues can affect anyone at any age. Our Operations Manager was invited to give a radio interview talking about heart disease in young people, and offered some top tips about keeping your own heart strong and healthy. You can listen to the interview HERE

Empowering Deaf communities through British Sign Language
Our Operations Manager, Sue Martin, was privileged to join 35+ Deaf attendees at their recent heart health session in Rochdale, funded by NW Hearts Charity. The course was developed through a collaboration between NW Hearts Charity and Deaf Rhinos community group and...