Andy running for Wessex Heartbeat

Shelagh Richardson and her husband Peter moved to Milford on Sea from Lymington five years ago, a couple of years after Peter had suffered a sudden massive cardiac arrest in 2015.

At the time of the heart attack, Peter's life was initially saved by a quick thinking friend doing CPR. South Central Ambulance service were there to help very quickly, and then the expertise of the Wessex Cardiac Unit at Southampton General Hospital enabled Peter to survive.

Their Son, Andy has now entered to take part in the London Marathon in aid of Wessex Heartbeat and he has committed to raising £2000.

Shelagh said; "Sadly, none of us know when we might need cardiac medical care or even a bed at Heartbeat House in Southampton." Shelagh herself spent 9 long weeks in their care.

To donate to Andy's fundraising, please click here.

About Wessex Heartbeat

The charity helps newborns, children and adults diagnosed with congenital and cardiovascular diseases primarily by supporting the work of the Wessex Cardiac Unit based at Southampton General Hospital.  

This is achieved by providing specialised equipment, services and facilities to help patients and their relatives through their cardiac journey. 

The charity raises funds to contribute to the prevention, rehabilitation and cure of heart diseases.  They also fundraise to provide funding and facilities to train and educate healthcare professionals in the Cardiac Centre.

www.heartbeat.co.uk