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RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) Update – July 2021
RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) is a common respiratory illness that is normally seen in the winter months but this year it seems to be springing up in children over the
Matt keeps running to support young people with half a working heart
Friend of LHM, Matthew Abbott, is currently in the midst of an incredible charity fundraising project that will see him complete 5 Rat Race challenges before the end of the
Football and living with half a working heart
Young people with half a working heart generally do not have the energy levels of their peers. Needing extra breaks to catch your breath can make it tricky to keep
LHM To Hold Summer Family Event
We are delighted to invite Little Hearts Matter’s members to join us for an event over the August Bank Holiday Weekend. The last year has been a difficult one for
Dr Gil Wernovsky – Outcomes of the Fontan Circulation
We were delighted that Dr Gil Wernovsky, world renowned congenital cardiologist and cardiac intensivist, agreed to speak at our Virtual Open Day to present his findings on outcomes for the
LHM Holds Virtual Concert To Raise CHD Awareness
Hey! We’re hosting an online gig to raise #CHDAwareness, you’re invited! It’s a tribute-themed concert and our line-up is STACKED with exciting and authentic tribute artists. Click the link below
LHM Brings Heart-Families Together Through Online Cooking Experience
Single Ventricle Heart Conditions are very rare – around 550 new diagnoses are made per year in the UK. As a result of this, it can be difficult for heart-families
BCCA updated guidance for patients, parents, charities and support groups
This resource was produced on 12/11/2020 by the British Congenital Cardiac Association. Introduction: In response to the increasing number of COVID-19 cases across the UK the Government announced new
“Things I wish I had known a week ago” – Covid tips for parents, by an LHM parent
“So to set the scene, hubby is a key worker and has worked all through this pandemic. I am a school worker and returned 3 weeks ago. We have hadIf you’re a journalist and want to find out more about LHM, please contact us using the form below.