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How Long Covid changed our lives forever

More than 75,000 people in Scotland are living with Long Covid, their lives impacted by the debilitating long-term effects of Covid-19. We spoke to three women who have been affected…

Broken wrist encourages nine year old Max to take on an epic walking challenge

After suffering a broken wrist on the first day of his holidays, nine year old Max decided to put his best foot forward and take on a 5K a day…

Sudden death of beloved father inspires daughter’s bold head shave challenge

After the sudden and devastating loss of her dad, John, to a heart attack in January, teenager Zara Frazer decided to shave her head to raise money for Chest Heart…

Scots more severely affected by Long Covid than UK average

The latest data from the Office of National Statistics shows that 23% of people living with Long Covid in Scotland say their daily lives have been ‘affected a lot’ –…

Kindness Programme awarded £100k to tackle isolation and loneliness

As part of the Scottish Government’s £1 million Summer Fund, Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland has been awarded £100,000 to boost Kindness services. The funding will be used to help…

Five new Trustees join Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland’s Board

Five new Trustees will be joining the Board of Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland in November to help lead our efforts to make sure people across Scotland can live their…

Hundreds have not sought treatment for mini strokes during the pandemic

The number of people in Scotland seeking medical help after a “mini stroke” has dropped by a third during the pandemic, leaving hundreds of Scots vulnerable to a future serious…

Stroke survivor’s love of walking has kept him going throughout lockdown

After suffering a stroke two years ago, just getting out every day for a walk is what William Gallagher is most grateful for. William, 69, feared the worst when he…

Stroke Survivor Takes on Momentous Cycle One Year After Stroke

Former Royal Marine Commando, Troy Johnson, 53 from Longniddry in East Lothian, completed an incredible cycling challenge one year after surviving a life-changing stroke. Troy cycled 56 miles and made…

Former Scottish rugby star to walk 500 miles in memory of beloved dad

Scottish rugby player Gordon Reid has set himself a challenge – to walk 500 miles in April, including the virtual Kiltwalk, and raise thousands for Chest Heart & Stroke Scotland…