The largest-ever study (conducted by CRY) of cardiac screening in young people has been published in the prestigious Journal of the American College of Cardiology — and it confirms what CRY has championed for 30 years: heart screening saves young lives.
We are asking CRY families to contact their Member of Parliament and encourage them to attend an important event in Parliament on Tuesday 2 December at Portcullis House, hosted by Amanda Hack MP alongside Liam Conlon MP in support of Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY).
MPs will be invited to learn more about CRY’s work and the aims and objectives of the Cardiac Risk in the Young All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG), ahead of its formal relaunch at the AGM in early 2026, to be chaired by Amanda Hack MP.
Aaron Dixon Since 2018, the screening of these athletes has been funded by the Aaron Dixon Memorial Fund and delivered in partnership with the English Institute of Sport (EIS). Aaron was just 23 when he tragically died from a previously undiagnosed heart condition, in September 2011. Chief Executive of CRY, Dr Steven Cox, comments; “This is
CRY, which provides free heart checks for over 32,000 young people every year in the UK, has responded swiftly to a huge influx of inquiries from young people – and their parents – wanting to book in for tests, following the shocking scenes witnessed around the world when Danish footballer Christian Eriksen collapsed on the pitch
Dr Cox explains; “The sudden collapse of Danish midfielder, Christen Eriksen is another terrible reminder of the horrendous impact cardiac conditions have on so many young people every day in the UK and across the world. “Every week in the UK, at least 12 apparently fit and healthy young people will collapse and die suddenly from
To help kick off Heart Month 2021 Sunrise Radio invited former CRY research fellow and now current myheart Consultant Cardiologist Dr Sabiha Gati to speak with them about her research fellowship with CRY and her continuing work with the charity. Sunrise Radio have selected CRY as their charity of the year to help raise awareness and vital
CRY’s Chief Executive Dr Steven Cox looks back over the past 12 months at what has been achieved with the incredible support from CRY families through this difficult year. A huge thank you to all of our supporters for your continued support, courage and commitment which inspires us all. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=URr0aN6XpnM&feature=youtu.be
In the run up to Heart Month 2020, Hampshire Cricket Foundation [the aligned charity to Hampshire Cricket and the Ageas Bowl] came together with CRY to deliver free cardiac screening sessions for members of the local community at the Ageas Bowl. A team of CRY’s cardiac experts visited the home of Hampshire Cricket on January 25
“Just prior to Christmas Day, the UK National Screening Committee published its conclusion to the consultation reconfirming the UK NSC does not recommend systematic population screening for cardiac conditions associated with Sudden Cardiac Death in the young. No signs or symptoms “The first point to address is that, as a charity driven by a mission to
Dear Mr Hancock At the time when the Government is promising significant investments (£1.8bn) into the NHS, recognising the urgent need for greater resources across the board, it is surely only right that immediate priority is given to supporting those areas being currently ‘propped up’ by the charity and voluntary sector. As such, Cardiac Risk in
50 MPs came to the charity’s first ever ‘drop in’ session, held at Portcullis House, hosted by long term supporter of CRY and Chair of its All-Party Parliamentary Group [APPG], Kevan Jones MP. Kevan first became involved with CRY following the sudden death of the son of his friend, Jeff Morland. Levon was aged just 22
On Saturday 27 & Sunday 28 October 2018 around 200 local young people will be screened by CRY thanks to a large donation awarded by Councillor Doug Williams (Glyncoch Ward) generated through fundraising during his year as Mayor of Rhondda Cynon Taf. Around £14,000 was generously donated to CRY from Cllr Williams – funding these two
Just as CRY’s screening programme continues to grow around the UK, so too does our standing in the medical community worldwide. Every year our International Medical Conference is a terrific event, giving our doctors an opportunity to present their latest research and for us to connect with other leading experts. 2018 was no different. Professor Sanjay
• One in 50 players had a heart abnormality that needed ongoing monitoring • Almost three quarters of footballers diagnosed were able to return to play • The FA continues to provide vital insight into screening policy in sport and has invested more than £3.1 million into its screening programme After a heroic effort in Russia
Politics Home, 5th July 2018 CRY Ceo Dr Stephen Cox writes about ongoing CRY initiative #MPSupportforCRY and news from the world health organisation: “This month marks a milestone in the history of CRY’s campaigning. On June 21, we revealed that the World Health Organisation (WHO) has finally released the new ICD 11 Code, acknowledging that when a young
CRY are pleased to announce the launch of a 12-month heart screening programme for elite athletes at key sites across the UK in memory of Aaron Dixon (who tragically died from an undiagnosed heart condition, aged just 23) and thanks to support from the JD Foundation. The screenings will be delivered in partnership with the English
CRY are pleased to announce the installation of a new state-of-the-art echocardiogram machine at our Centre for Inherited Heart Conditions and Sports Cardiology at St George’s, University of London. Funded by CRY, the new Vivid E95 (developed by GE Healthcare) will be a huge asset to the portfolio of equipment used on a daily basis by the
Read Update 73 here. CRY Update 73 reports on all the CRY news, events and fundraising from May to August 2017. In June, CRY launched a new version of its main website. The site immediately saw the number of visitors double in the first month and has consistently recorded more visitors per month than before the
CRY’s 16th annual Parliamentary Reception, hosted by Kevan Jones MP (Labour), was a glowing success and featured a wide range of speakers, indicating the strength of support that CRY has from all areas of the UK. The House of Commons Terrace Pavilion was full with CRY families, current and former CRY Research Fellows, Trustees, Representatives,
Leading heart charity has developed new support resources in recognition of the massive impact a young sudden cardiac death has on friends. The charity Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) is this month [13 November 2017] launching a powerful new booklet for young people learning to navigate their emotions following the tragic and sudden death of
CRY are pleased to announce 10 brand new Christmas card designs for 2017! The new designs by Elle Media Group depict a selection of festive scenes. Making a return will be a selection of our 2016 cards which proved incredibly popular last year with over 5,000 packs sold, raising over £18,500 for CRY’s core funding initiatives.
Read Update 72 here. CRY Update 72 reports on all the CRY news, events and fundraising from January to April 2017. February saw over 20 years’ worth of CRY research help to inform new international ECG guidelines for screening athletes, led by CRY Consultant Cardiologist Professor Sanjay Sharma. Our work is making a difference and gaining
Read Update 71 here CRY Update 71 reports on all the CRY news, events and fundraising from September to December 2016. In this period, we held our annual Raising Awareness Week – including our most successful CRY Great Cake Bake yet. We also saw fantastic support for the Great North Run in September with over 70 runners
– CRY’s screening team carries out its 10,000th test in the region this month – Just over two decades after its launch in 1995 – around the same time that a local Ormskirk family, the local media and the football community were devastated by the death of a promising young footballer – the charity Cardiac Risk
Leading charity reaches out to young people using social media as a platform to provide essential support and specialist information At the end of Heart Month 2017, a powerful but pragmatic new YouTube channel has been launched by the charity Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) to help support the growing numbers of young people who
A ground-breaking paper published simultaneously in two leading international heart journals [20 February 2017] casts fresh light on the current debate relating to the accuracy and cost-efficiency of the ECG as a screening tool to identify athletes with potential life threatening heart conditions – also showing promise for the future of a screening programme for all
On November 23rd CRY held its 15th Parliamentary Reception, where CRY announced the latest campaign in government urging all MPs to sign a pledge to support a National Strategy for the Prevention of Young Sudden Cardiac Death. The event was hosted by Sir Roger Gale MP (Conservative), Dr John Pugh MP (Liberal Democrats) and Kevan Jones
Read Update 70 here CRY Update 70 reports on all the CRY news, events and fundraising from May to August 2016. The 10th annual CRY Heart of London Bridges Walk took place on June 26, and another fantastic turnout of over 1,200 supporters took part in the new route for 2016. We very much appreciated all
New research confirms screening IS cost effective and should be made available to ALL teens and young adults The Government has “got it wrong” when it comes to listening to the recommendations of its National Screening Committee regarding the implementation of a UK cardiac screening programme for your young people. That’s the verdict of the leading
#MPsupport4CRY The leading heart charity, Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) is urging all MPs to make a pledge to support a National Strategy for the Prevention of Young Sudden Cardiac Death to help save young lives. This week marks CRY’s 21st Raising Awareness Week – and MPs gathered at a Parliamentary Reception at Westminster last
Stephanie and Rupert Hunter are avid campaigners for Cardiac Risk in the Young. Stephanie and Rupert threw themselves into fundraising for Cardiac Risk in the Young after Stephanie’s son Sebastian died playing rugby, eleven years after her first husband and Sebastian’s father died in the same tragic circumstances. Both had suffered from an unidentified inherited heart
In 2015 CRY launched a new booklet to guide parents, partners and siblings through the agony of Christmas following the sudden loss of a young person. The booklet features 14 short chapters (written as a series of quotes) from men and women talking through their personal experience of facing the “festive season” when all they want to
Actor Vincent Regan shows his support to local family affected by the devastation of young sudden cardiac death Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) is proud to announce that the North-East based actor and star of the big screen, Vincent Regan is to become its latest Patron, in recognition of his growing support of CRY’s work
Published research funded by the charity CRY is improving the way young people are screened and leading to significant cost savings Important research funded by Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) is adding further weight to the argument that proactive cardiac screening is a cost-effective way of saving young lives. By using the screening criteria developed
Congratulations and a huge thank you to the 74 runners who took part in the Great North Run for CRY on Sunday 11th September 2016. This was CRY’s biggest team yet! The atmosphere was brilliant, as it always is at the largest half-marathon in the world! Double Olympic gold medallist Mo Farah won the race
Read Update 69 here CRY Update 69 reports on all the CRY news, events and fundraising from January to April 2016. CRY’s biggest awareness event in this period was our BBC Lifeline appeal, broadcast on BBC One and Two in February, presented by CRY Patron Pixie Lott. She not only made her West End debut that
Helping others after Young Sudden Cardiac Death Ruth Lowe (Preston) A retired teacher from Preston who lost her son has been instrumental in setting up a fundraising and support group for bereaved families. Ruth Lowe’s son Andrew sadly died from Young Sudden Cardiac Death (YSCD) in 2004. Ruth bravely set about raising awareness of this condition
HUNDREDS OF WALKERS HELP TO STEP UP SUPPORT FOR CRY AS FLAGSHIP EVENT REACHES ITS 10TH YEAR On Sunday 26th June, 1,266 walkers congregated in London’s Potters Fields Park for CRY’s annual Heart of London Bridges Walk. The 10th year of the event saw the introduction of the new starting venue, with a wonderful backdrop of Tower Bridge. And,
“We have now come to the end of Cardiac Risk in the Young’s 20th anniversary year. It is astonishing, looking back, to see how much CRY has achieved in 20 years. We have produced a short video to show how the CRY office environment has changed from when CRY first started in a back room in
CRY announces new Patron to help “tackle” the need for greater awareness One of England’s upcoming rugby talents, Jack Clifford has been named as a new Patron of Cardiac Risk in the Young – just as he is named as part of the England squad for the 2016 summer tour! Harlequins Flanker and former Cobham RFC
Bereaved parents, partners and siblings discuss how they cope with facing the dates that are forever imprinted on their hearts & minds following a sudden death The charity Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) is this month [May 2016] launching a powerful new booklet for families who are learning to navigate their emotions through the seemingly
The national charity, Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) is unveiling an emotive new campaign to urge the Government to commission an immediate review of the evidence behind its National Screening Committee’s recent decision not to recommend a cardiac screening programme for young people in the UK. The long-awaited announcement (30 July 2015) upheld a recommendation
It was fantastic to see the work of CRY and our screening programme talked about so strongly by members of government on Tuesday night. This was an excellent debate lead by Mims Davies MP, from Eastleigh, on behalf of Graham and Anne Hunter in memory of their daughter Claire, with cross party support from many MPs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5LR5mmkO0sg CRY was chosen to be the charity Lifeline promoted in February, and the broadcast was lent some star power when our Patron Pixie Lott agreed to present the appeal. The 25-year-old singer has been superb in her efforts to help raise awareness over the past six years and her commitment to be the anchor for
Read Update 33 online here The CRY Update is the charity’s newsletter, published three times a year, reporting on CRY news and events, cardiac screenings, breaking developments in medical research and CRY supporters’ fundraising over the preceding months.
Read Update 34 online here The CRY Update is the charity’s newsletter, published three times a year, reporting on CRY news and events, cardiac screenings, breaking developments in medical research and CRY supporters’ fundraising over the preceding months.
Read Update 35 online here The CRY Update is the charity’s newsletter, published three times a year, reporting on CRY news and events, cardiac screenings, breaking developments in medical research and CRY supporters’ fundraising over the preceding months.
Sunday March 15th (Mother’s Day) bereavement experts from the charity Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) will be unveiling a powerful and moving new book for mother’s whose child (under the age of 35) has tragically died from young sudden cardiac death. The booklet, ‘Young Sudden Cardiac Death: A Mother’s Grief’ which has been compiled by
Leading heart charity launches new resource for mothers following the sudden death of a child Sunday March 15th (Mother’s Day) bereavement experts from the charity Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) will be unveiling a powerful and moving new book for mother’s whose child (under the age of 35) has tragically died from young sudden cardiac
Read Update 36 online here The CRY Update is the charity’s newsletter, published three times a year, reporting on CRY news and events, cardiac screenings, breaking developments in medical research and CRY supporters’ fundraising over the preceding months.
Ruth Lowe from Preston has worked tirelessly with the charity, Cardiac Risk in the Young following the sudden death of her son Yesterday [TUESDAY 3RD MARCH 2015], Ruth Lowe attended a prestigious event, held at the Terrace Marquee at the House of Commons, to accept a “Department of Health Recognition Award.” Nominated by Ben Wallace MP
Read Update 39 online here The CRY Update is the charity’s newsletter, published three times a year, reporting on CRY news and events, cardiac screenings, breaking developments in medical research and CRY supporters’ fundraising over the preceding months.
Cardiac Risk in the Young have joined the social media platform Instagram. CRY have signed up to join the second largest social media community, hoping to raise awareness with the networks 300 million active users. CRY shall be sharing pictures from our fund raising events, raising awareness events and general achievements by the charity. Our user
2014 has been the most successful year to date for CRY Christmas cards, selling over £20,000 worth of cards for CRY’s core funding initiatives. We would like to say a huge thank you to Katy Turberville and Rosemary Attridge, our volunteers on the Christmas card committee. It was with great sadness that we learnt that Rosemary
The third CRY Great Cake Bake took place on Friday 28th November 2014, as part of Raising Awareness Week. We would like to thank everybody who took part in the CRY Great Cake Bake and for helping to make the event such a success. Money is still coming in but we are delighted to say that
Read Update 42 online here The CRY Update is the charity’s newsletter, published three times a year, reporting on CRY news and events, cardiac screenings, breaking developments in medical research and CRY supporters’ fundraising over the preceding months.
Read Update 45 online here The CRY Update is the charity’s newsletter, published three times a year, reporting on CRY news and events, cardiac screenings, breaking developments in medical research and CRY supporters’ fundraising over the preceding months.
Read Update 46 online here The CRY Update is the charity’s newsletter, published three times a year, reporting on CRY news and events, cardiac screenings, breaking developments in medical research and CRY supporters’ fundraising over the preceding months.
Read Update 47 online here The CRY Update is the charity’s newsletter, published three times a year, reporting on CRY news and events, cardiac screenings, breaking developments in medical research and CRY supporters’ fundraising over the preceding months.
Read Update 48 online here The CRY Update is the charity’s newsletter, published three times a year, reporting on CRY news and events, cardiac screenings, breaking developments in medical research and CRY supporters’ fundraising over the preceding months.
Read Update 49 online here The CRY Update is the charity’s newsletter, published three times a year, reporting on CRY news and events, cardiac screenings, breaking developments in medical research and CRY supporters’ fundraising over the preceding months.
Read Update 50 online here The CRY Update is the charity’s newsletter, published three times a year, reporting on CRY news and events, cardiac screenings, breaking developments in medical research and CRY supporters’ fundraising over the preceding months.
Read Update 51 online here The CRY Update is the charity’s newsletter, published three times a year, reporting on CRY news and events, cardiac screenings, breaking developments in medical research and CRY supporters’ fundraising over the preceding months.
Cardiac Risk in the Young’s (CRY) Christmas message for 2014 for all of our supporters and CRY families has been recorded as a short video message. Thank you all for your kind support throughout the year, with out you we would not be able to achieve what we have or make the difference we do.
Read the magazine here Issue 64 of the CRY Update looks back at a busy CRY summer from May to August 2014. Our flagship raising awareness event, the CRY Heart of London Bridges Walk, features in this issue with a full report and photos from the day. Also prominent is our Patron Pixie Lott’s terrific tour
The Terrace Marquee, Westminster – 26th November. Guest of Honour: Lee Mears, former England rugby union international. CRY’s 2014 Parliamentary Reception on Wednesday November 26 was an event packed not only with CRY Representatives, supporters, bereaved families, members of the myheart group and doctors, but also several CRY Patrons and
Read Update 53 online here The CRY Update is the charity’s newsletter, published three times a year, reporting on CRY news and events, cardiac screenings, breaking developments in medical research and CRY supporters’ fundraising over the preceding months.
On Wednesday 26th November CRY launched a short film which will be one of our most powerful and emotive campaigns to date. This launch is part of CRY’s ongoing mission to raise awareness of young sudden cardiac death and to highlight the importance of our pioneering cardiac screening programme. Many families have said we need to
Read Update 54 online here The CRY Update is the charity’s newsletter, published three times a year, reporting on CRY news and events, cardiac screenings, breaking developments in medical research and CRY supporters’ fundraising over the preceding months.
Read Update 55 online here The CRY Update is the charity’s newsletter, published three times a year, reporting on CRY news and events, cardiac screenings, breaking developments in medical research and CRY supporters’ fundraising over the preceding months.
CARDIAC RISK IN THE YOUNG (CRY) LEADS THE WAY IN CONGRATULATING ITS CONSULTANT CARDIOLOGIST FOR MAJOR NOMINATION Leading cardiologist, Professor Sanjay Sharma has been shortlisted in the Medical category at the inaugural Asian Professional Awards. Over 4,000 nominations and votes were received this year paying tribute to inspirational individuals from the Asian community that contribute in
In the summer of 2014, singer-songwriter and CRY Patron Pixie Lott performed her pop smash hits for students at 5 schools across the UK in order to spread the word about heart checks for young people. Pixie, 23 years old, became a CRY Patron almost 4 years ago and has been a proactive supporter of the
Global’s ‘Make Some Noise’ Charity Day is being held on Thursday October 9th. As part of this amazing event, people from around our network of radio stations will be cycling from Lands End to John O Groats on ‘static’ cycles to help raise money for disadvantaged children and young people across the UK and here in
Read the magazine here This latest mailing brings you Issue 63 of the CRY Update, which looks back at CRY news and events from January to April 2014. A key fundraising and awareness raising event during this part of the year is, of course, the London Marathon; and you will find a write-up and photos of
Read Update 56 online here The CRY Update is the charity’s newsletter, published three times a year, reporting on CRY news and events, cardiac screenings, breaking developments in medical research and CRY supporters’ fundraising over the preceding months.
Read Update 57 online here The CRY Update is the charity’s newsletter, published three times a year, reporting on CRY news and events, cardiac screenings, breaking developments in medical research and CRY supporters’ fundraising over the preceding months.
On the 30th August Miccoli began their raising awareness tour for CRY. The first weekend event took place at the Whiteley Shopping Centre in Hampshire. The bands were situated outside of the centre and had the elements to battle with, however still managed to draw in the shoppers. CRY supporters Linda and Bryan Stiller kindly went
Read Update 58 online here The CRY Update is the charity’s newsletter, published three times a year, reporting on CRY news and events, cardiac screenings, breaking developments in medical research and CRY supporters’ fundraising over the preceding months.
Read Update 59 online here The CRY Update is the charity’s newsletter, published three times a year, reporting on CRY news and events, cardiac screenings, breaking developments in medical research and CRY supporters’ fundraising over the preceding months.
Read Update 62 online here “Traditionally we have found that the last few months of the year are a very busy time, often with several major fundraising and raising awareness activities taking place. September finds our runners busy in the Great North Run and Run to the Beat events; whilst in October our annual Durham Riverside
Video from the the visit to the Birmingham Ormiston Academy by CRY Patron Pixie Lott and CRY representative Peter Teale. CRY Patron Pixie Lott has been touring schools and academy’s a like to raise awareness of young sudden cardiac death. Whilst spreading the message to help save young lives Pixie has been treating pupils and students to
Families from across the West of England joined together to help launch a major regional campaign to highlight the shocking statistic that 12 young, apparently fit and healthy young people (aged 35 and under) are tragically dying every week in the UK from previously undiagnosed heart conditions. A poster-sized version of an emotive new postcard –
27th November 2007 BBC Journalist Paul Clabburn writes a compelling article for the BBC News website about the sudden death of his son Tom
Read Update 60 online here The CRY Update is the charity’s newsletter, published three times a year, reporting on CRY news and events, cardiac screenings, breaking developments in medical research and CRY supporters’ fundraising over the preceding months.
Read Update 61 online here In this issue: • ‘Young Sudden Cardiac Death: A Father’s Grief’ booklet launch, page 10 • Justice for James: Reopening the Inquest into the death of James Markham, page 10-12 • CRY at the British Cardiovascular Society (BCS) Conference, page 17-18 • CRY Golf Day 2013, page 18 • West ’12
November 1993 First cardiac screening by Professor McKenna and Alison Cox, of Elite Tennis Players at the Lawn Tennis Association National Tournament. Included Tim Henman, Jamie Delgado and Jo Durie
1994 Tennis ‘Skipathon’ raises £10,000 as a down-payment for an echocardiogram machine that launched the Specialist Cardiac Unit at St. George’s Hospital, Tooting
1996 Lawn Tennis Association formalise screening programme with CRY that had been done annually since 1993. Become the first sport in the UK to offer comprehensive cardiac testing to all its elite junior athletes
January 1997 CRY completed funding of Siemens Accuson Ultrasound ECHO machine worth £140,000, at St. George’s Hospital. This machine has now tested over 14,500 people
August 1997 First large-scale ECG screening – 283 ECGs and 93 ECHOs in one day, in Brighouse, Yorkshire (in memory of Dominic O’Loughlin)
September 1998
October 1998 Is the gym killing you? Vogue – July 2003 What’s safer – chilling out or working out? Five years ago, Anna Loyley, a healthy super-fit 26 year-old theatrical agent, was photographed crossing the finishing line of the Bath half-marathon – triumphant, radiant, happy… Ten second and 10 strides later, she fell to the ground
October 1998 Adrian Woodhead (in memory of his wife, Sarah) wrote to all MPs and started CRY’s lobbying campaign of government to address the issue of Sudden Cardiac Death in young people
January 2000 Sir Steve Redgrave becomes Patron of CRY
April 2000 Running around London in a CRY HEART by Mark Orchard During October 2000 whilst working at a Bournemouth fire station, Terry Brokenshire, a lad on my shift, mentioned in casual conversation that he was going to run the London Marathon dressed as a giant heart! Terry explained how he had become involved with CRY
May 2000 First group of people begin training to become CRY Bereavement Supporters
21st June 2001 New Forest Post – June 28th, 2001 Test could save lives A rare but devastating condition has been highlighted in a parliamentary debate initiated by a New Forest MP. Dr Julian Lewis, who represents New Forest East, is spearheading a campaign for health screening to identify people most at risk from sudden death
15th April 2002 Parliamentary Reception to launch the CRY Centre for Sports Cardiology at the British Olympic Medical Centre On April 15 CRY held a Parliamentary Reception at The House of Commons to launch their Centre for Sports Cardiology at the British Olympic Medical Centre at Northwick Park Harrow. This is an important new development for
January 2002 Ian Botham OBE becomes Honorary President of CRY
All Party Parliamentary Group for Cardiac Risk in the Young House of Commons Press Release – July 2002 North Durham MP, Kevan Jones met with Parliamentary colleagues on Monday 8th July to launch an All Party Parliamentary Group on Cardiac Risk in the Young at Portcullis House, Westminster. Mr Jones has been working with the organisation
10th March 2003 Parliamentary launch of CRY Referral Clinics
15th May 2003 CRY’s Counselling Programme The development of CRY’s counselling programme was initially funded by a grant awarded by the Department of Health In 2002, CRY received a donation of £100,000 from the Department of Health to develop a counselling programme. This followed a CRY pilot study in 2000 which trained CRY staff, and supporters
10th June 2003 First CRY Bereavement Support Day and official launch of the CRY Bereavement Supporters (funded by the Department of Health)
February 2004 SADS booklet and dedicated website launched
12th March 2004 Dari Taylor MP withdraws her Private Members Bill when the Minister for Public Health, Melanie Johnson MP, agrees to establish an expert group to draw up new guidelines for health service providers, through a new chapter in the National Service Framework. CRY will be represented in this group.
GAME, SET AND MATCH TO LOCAL GIRL, LAURA July 5th 2004 – Press Release Mens Wimbledon Finals Laura John (14) from Southampton yesterday took on the prestigious role as official ‘coin tosser’ for the Men’s Singles Final at the Wimbledon Tennis Championships – representing the national charity, Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY). It is a
12th December 2004
January 2005 New CRY badge – special 10th Anniversary logo
Call to check athletes’ hearts BBC News Online, Health section – 2nd February 2005 European heart experts are calling for all young athletes to be screened for potentially fatal heart problems before they compete. Footballer Marc-Vivien Foe and Daniel Yorath, son of former Wales manager Terry, both died of previously undetected heart conditions. The report by
IOC adopt heart screening recommendations English Institute of Sport – 2nd February 2005 The English Institute of Sport today welcomed moves by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) aimed at reducing the number of Sudden Cardiovascular Deaths in Sport. The IOC’s Medical Commission have adopted recommendations that athletes be screened for heart problems prior to competing. Dr
New NSF chapter on Arrhythmias and Sudden Cardiac Death Press Release – 4th March 2005 25,000 Lives Saved By Speedier Heart Treatment The NHS has delivered substantial progress on the promises it made to tackle the biggest killer in England today – heart disease. At a conference of heart experts and patients today, Health Secretary John
RFU support cardiac screening for young players Press release – 31st March 2005 The Community and Performance Departments of the Rugby Football Union have announced their support for the charity, ‘Cardiac Risk in the Young’ (CRY). CRY was formed in 1995 and its primary aim and objective is to raise awareness of cardiac risk in young
London Marathon – more than 70 people run for CRY. CRY heart costume runners are once again the first costume runners to finish. One of the costume runners – Philip Allen – is interviewed on BBC television
‘Grief like this can drive you insane’ Daily Telegraph (used with kind permission) – 2nd May 2005 By Elizabeth Grice It was one of those chaotic bedtimes. As Howard English kissed his wife, Stephanie, goodbye and set out for his evening rugby training session, he teased her about escaping from the domestic mayhem, leaving her to
‘Why did he die?’ The Guardian – 17th May 2005 Fred Pearce’s son died from Sudden Adult Death Syndrome aged only 19. Is there any way of preventing it? Ten weeks ago, my son died. Out of the blue, at the age of 19. One minute he was enjoying a Saturday morning jog round the back
Death by alarm clock Daily Express – 31st May 2005 By Martin Stote [Story also appeared in the Daily Mail and the Sun] The shock of her early morning alarm going off killed a young nurse. Lisa Jane Browne, 27, was found dead in bed after her alarm went off at 6am. Doctors believe the shock
4th July 2005
The Royal Society of Medicine July 5th 2005, 8.30am – 4.30pm A great deal of CRY’s focus over the last 18 months has been directed towards the introduction of a new chapter in the National Service Framework. Chapter 8, on Arrhythmias and Sudden Cardiac Death, was announced by then Secretary of State for Health John Reid,
July 2005 Dr. Sandeep Basavarajaiah has joined CRY as a Research Fellow, working under CRY’s Consultant Cardiologist Dr. Sanjay Sharma. Sandeep – also known as Dr. Raj – has already had a research paper published since joining CRY. Sandeep presented his paper – “Physiologic upper limits of left atrial diameter in highly trained adolescent athletes” –
October 2005 CRY supporter Robi Fox has recently been donated an amazing piece of sporting memorabilia by the owner of Chelsea Football Club, Roman Abramovich. A Chelsea football shirt – the newest design being worn for the 2005/6 Premier League season – was given to Robi, and it had been signed by 26 members of the
November 2005 101 Reasons to Get Up in the Morning Celebrities’ favourite inspirational quotes, compiled by Julie Tanner for CRY. Every week at least 8 apparently ‘fit and healthy’ young people under the age of 35 die suddenly of undetected heart conditions, many while playing sport. So when Andy Gard, who used to babysit Julie Tanner,
December 2005 John Inverdale officially announced as a new CRY Patron
Press release – 1st March 2006 Today, Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) publishes the results of a new survey which indicates that one year on since the introduction of Chapter 8: Arrhythmias and Sudden Cardiac Death of the National Service Framework for Coronary Heart Disease, a staggering 97% of all Primary Care Trusts (PCTs) interviewed
Campaigners seek action to prevent sudden heart deaths among young The Guardian – 3rd March 2006 By Polly Curtis (Health Correspondent) CRY’s permission to publish this full article ended in March 2011. This article came a year after the government told primary care trusts to implement better referral programmes for people suspected of suffering from heart
15th March 2006 Simon Halliday and David Trick organise a Sportsman’s Dinner in aid of CRY at the Marriott Hotel in London
Bath Half Marathon and Bath Rugby Club Reunion 19th March 2006 We are delighted to announce that the massive fundraising event for CRY organised by former England rugby star Simon Halliday (left) has been an unqualified success. Simon Halliday played Centre for England and Bath, and he was joined by a fantastic number of ex-Bath and
21st March 2006 CRY Publications Co-ordinator Mark Fox has completed his epic fundraising trek in the Sahara Desert. Mark first thought about doing this challenge back in August 2005, to raise money for CRY in memory of his sister Laura. Below is Mark’s diary of his days in the desert. The Sahara Desert stretches from the
April 2006 Fundraising section of the CRY website given a complete overhaul
April 2006 New additions to CRY’s range of merchandise include the CRY mini rugby ball, CRY gym bag and CRY water bottle
April 2006 Simon Halliday officially announced as a new CRY Patron
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5th July 2006 David Walliams officially announced as a new CRY Patron
20th July 2006 Gregor Townsend MBE officially announced as a new CRY Patron
September 2006 Andy Scott officially announced as a new CRY Patron
September 2006 Kathryn Harries officially announced as a new CRY Patron
15th and 16th October 2006 In autumn 2006, CRY hosted ‘The CRY International Conference’ – consisting of two international medical conferences on consecutive days at the Institute of Child Health in London. The first conference, on Sunday 15th October, was entitled ‘Sports Cardiology: From Theory to Practice’. The second conference, on Monday 16th October, was entitled
Leading heart charity opens life-saving clinic in Northern Ireland Press release – 26th October 2006 This week Northern Ireland sees the launch of the first independently-funded heart screening clinic at the University of Ulster. The clinic, set up by leading heart charity Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY), will offer a screening service using the facilities
December 2006 John and Diane Ber appear on ITV Tyne Tees News talking about the loss of their daughter Kasia
February 2007 “If this can help save just one young life it’s worth doing. I am happy to be involved.”
Press release – 1st March 2007 Two years on from publication of the NHS Chapter 8 strategy on Arrhythmias and Sudden Cardiac Death, leading charity Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY), has committed to fund coroner referrals to an expert cardiac pathologist when a young person dies suddenly and the cause is unknown. This offer of
April 2007 Ray Wilkins MBE “I am very pleased to have been asked to become a Patron of CRY. I am aware of young people dying suddenly whilst playing football and taking part in other activities, however, 8 a week is a really shocking total. With my background in football, I hope that I am going
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17th-18th June 2007 When Mark Davies, a friend of mind for over 30 years, suggested a bike ride from John O’ Groats to Lands End, I told him he was insane and thought I had finally rebuffed his numerous and continuous suggestions to do something special for CRY. Two weeks later, another phone call, another suggestion
London, June 2007. Heart disease is not just a problem associated with old age; it kills up to 8 young people every week in the UK. By providing easy access to heart screening and professional support, it can significantly help to reduce the number of avoidable deaths. Philips and Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) have
26th July 2007 SAVE OUR ATHLETES! CRY to launch 5 year athlete cardiac research project to help understand the causes of Sudden Cardiac Death June 2007 – UK charity Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) is launching the Save Our Athletes Research Project, a 5 year inclusive athlete cardiac research study lead by CRY, involving data from
4th September 2007 An emotive new art exhibition (which opened on Monday at a prestigious Mayfair gallery) is helping to raise awareness of a tragic cardiac condition, known as sudden cardiac death – which claims the lives of at least 8 young people every week in the UK – by showcasing a range of pioneering works,
September 2007 4 young sudden deaths in Northern Ireland receive a lot of media coverage. This leads to a massive increase in demand for appointments at CRY’s Northern Ireland Screening Clinic, with several extra dates being added
October 2007 The first CRY presence appears on the popular social network website Facebook
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The ‘Silent at Heart’ art project won three awards for the South East London Cardiac Network at the Cardiac Nursing Awards 2008 on Friday 25th April. The project – partly funded by a grant from the Wellcome Trust and partly funded by CRY – received the following accolades: Innovation in Arrhythmia Care – 1st place Excellence
10th June 2008 Kevan Jones MP – Chairman of the Cardiac Risk in the Young APPG – secures a parliamentary debate on cardiac disease in young people, in Westminster Hall
18th June 2008 The CRY Team of Richard Ball, Clive Middleton, Greg Whyte and Mat Wilson successfully complete the daunting 3000-mile Race Across America (RAAM) cycle race and achieve their goal of a top 3 finish.
September 2008 CRY Consultant Cardiologist Dr Sanjay Sharma has been voted onto the EACPR Sports Cardiology Section Nucleus – an elite committee within the European Society of Cardiology which aims to tackle the complex issues of sports cardiology. Sanjay is the only British representative on this group, and this further endorses him as one of the
Events held for Raising Awareness Week 2008 Heather Harber had an information stand in Swanley town centre (Kent) on October 1st, in memory of Charlie Morettes Nick Dee-Shapland arranged for a CRY page to appear in the programme for the Newbury Nomads’ shows on the 1st to 4th October at the Newbury Corn Exchange Lesley Johnstone
7th November 2008 National database hopes to cut deaths by making families & coroners more aware of ‘heart health history’ An announcement from the Department of Health and a collaboration of pathologists and heart experts has received praise from the campaigning and awareness raising charity, Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY). The establishment of a national
December 2008 Recognition of the work being done by Dr Mary Sheppard (right) at the CRY Centre for Cardiac Pathology – and indication of her high profile amongst her peers – has been confirmed with her invitation to be sub-editor responsible for all cardiovascular papers submitted to ‘Histopathology’ (official journal of the British division of the
20th January 2009 Leading heart charity applauds the launch of the reformed Coroners and Justice Bill The Chief Executive of a charity – dedicated to supporting parents, partners and children who have lost a young (age 35 and under) loved one suddenly – is today (Tuesday January 20th) welcoming reforms to the new Coroners and Justice
This Valentines Day, leading heart charity highlights the tragic legacy of young sudden cardiac death for those left behind This month (February 2009), the charity – Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) – is launching an emotive campaign to highlight the devastating impact of sudden death in young people (aged 35 and under). The results of
20th February 2009 Brentford FC – managed by CRY Patron Andy Scott – announce the continuation of their unique shirt sponsorship partnership with CRY
7th September 2009 Following several years of intense study and research, CRY Deputy Chief Executive – Steve Cox – was awarded his doctorate at a ceremony on 7th September. The newly-titled Dr. Cox studied his PhD part-time at the UCL Research Department of Epidemiology and Public Health, whilst also working full time at CRY. UCL has
28th September 2009 Sian Thomas – whose brother Gareth died suddenly, age 21 – was given a 1 hour slot on the “One & Other” plinth at Trafalgar Square on Monday 28th September from 11am to 12 midday. She chose to dedicate her time on the plinth to raising awareness of CRY. Sian’s opportunity to spend
16th October 2009 A pioneering new development to test children born in 1995 across the South East of England Every day at least one family in the UK will suffer the trauma of loosing a young (35 and under) person to an undiagnosed heart condition. In 2010, to coincide with Raising Awareness Week, CRY announced the
17th to 25th October 2009 Here are some of the ways in which you can help during future Raising Awareness Weeks: Team up with family, friends or colleagues and organise a fundraising event in your local area – either during Raising Awareness Week or some time during the month of October. We can send you
22nd December 2009 We have just learnt of the death of Ron Presley OBE – CRY’s first Chairman. Ron’s interest in CRY, his contacts and influence, helped launch the charity in 1995 and it was because of Ron that we managed to do so in spite of a total lack of financial resources. Ron put us
CRY Patron Phil Packer embarked upon a new London Marathon challenge for 2010 – walking the 26 mile course in 26 hours for 26 charities. Phil walked each mile with a ‘support walker’ from each participating charity in turn. CRY supporter and Surgery Supporters Network member, Laura John, joined Phil for one mile of the challenge,
New CRY Heart Screening Booklet launched – a step-by-step guide to CRY’s screening procedure, intended to help people make an informed choice about whether to have their hearts tested
26th October 2010 All Aviva Premiership players, Regional Academy players above the age of 16 and England representative team players down to Under 16 level, will be offered testing for cardiac abnormalities in a screening programme announced today at Twyford Avenue, the training base for London Wasps, by Premiership Rugby, the Rugby Football Union and the
February 2011 CRY launches a campaign to urge MPs to put pressure on the government to review its proposal to abolish the role of Chief Coroner for England and Wales
February 2011 The CRY Surgery Supporters Network is re-launched as the myheart network – with a greater online presence, regular newsletter and greater number of meetings planned
1st March 2011 BRIT is a charity founded by CRY Patron Phil Packer to help promote self-belief and self-confidence in young people with disabilities
If you would like to download this new medical information booklet in PDF format, please click on the cover image on the right. Copies of this booklet are available on request in the UK. Call the CRY office on 01737 363 222. The booklet provides information for a young person who has been diagnosed with a
A number of CRY supporters were chosen to be Torchbearers in the 2012 Olympic Torch Relay – further details are below. Please do let us know of any other CRY supporters who carried the Olympic Torch; and please do send in any photos of CRY supporters with the Torch! James Bailey, Age: 20, Date carrying
6 days, 2 press briefings, over 10,000 visitors, over 200 blog posts, more than 300 ECGs performed, around 1 million miles clocked up on the CRY exercise bike (Wattbike), 20 team members working round the clock, 6 CRY Research Fellows, 1 Professor….all adds up to one amazing week for CRY at the Royal Society’s Summer Exhibition 2012.
2nd May 2012 Bereaved families from across Wales attended an event at the National Assembly on Wednesday 2nd May, to raise awareness of sudden cardiac death in the young. Organised by CRY, the event highlighted the fact that at least 12 apparently fit and healthy people (aged 14 – 35) die every week in the UK
Tony Eames (32), a member of CRY’s myheart group, has played an exciting role in the lead up the London 2012 Paralympic Games by carrying the torch as part of its 92miles journey across Britain. Tony, from Wokingham, also received widespread media coverage from broadcasters such as ITN as he took part in the world famous
Congratulations and thank you to the 152 participants (plus dogs in CRY t-shirts!) who took part in the 3rd CRY Durham Riverside Walk on Saturday 6th October 2012, on one of the sunniest and warmest autumn days this year. The numbers taking part this year were slightly above those of 2011, thanks to the efforts of
11th November 2012 Alison Cox MBE, Chief Executive and Founder of CRY, comments on the investigations into the failings of the Teesside Coroners Service As Chief Executive of Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY), I was delighted and extremely reassured to hear the first outcomes from the recent ‘scrutiny panel’ held by Middlesbrough Council earlier this
Bereavement experts from Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) today [Wednesday 28 November 2012] unveiled a unique new book for the brothers and sisters of young people who have tragically lost their lives to sudden cardiac death. The book, “Sibling Grief” – which has been compiled by CRY’s Chief Executive and Founder, Alison Cox MBE, who
Comment from Dr Steven Cox, Director of Screening at CRY: “CRY welcomes the fact that the Government is taking such a proactive interest in young sudden cardiac death. This will help to raise awareness with clinicians and the public and start the process of collating all SADS deaths in the UK to ensure that future screening
On February 14th (2014), Valentine’s Day bereavement experts from the charity Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) are unveiling a powerful and moving new book for the partners of young people who have tragically lost their lives to sudden cardiac death. The booklet, ‘Young Sudden Cardiac Death: A Partners’ Grief’ which has been compiled by CRY’s
On Wednesday October 12th CRY held its annual Parliamentary Reception at Westminster. The event was hosted by Roger Gale MP, Dr John Pugh MP and Kevan Jones MP and was the key event in CRY’s Raising Awareness Week. Guest of Honour at the event was Lawrence Okoye – GB Athlete and British Discus Record Holder. His
On Wednesday July 5th CRY hosted its annual Parliamentary Reception at Westminster as part of its Raising Awareness Week. We were delighted to welcome newest patron David Walliams to the Reception. The ‘Little Britain’ comedian, having just completed his fantastic channel swim in a little over 10 hours, attended the event to raise awareness of CRY’s
On Wednesday October 15th CRY hosted its annual Parliamentary Reception at Westminster as part of its Raising Awareness Week. We were delighted to have new CRY Patron James Cracknell as guest of honour. The event was attended by around 25 MPs who came to show their support for CRY’s campaigning. This was fewer MPs than in
CRY was delighted to hear that in the Queen’s Birthday Honours 2014, CRY Patron John Barrowman was awarded an MBE in recognition of his services to entertainment and contribution to charity. The 47-year-old Glasgow-born entertainer, who has also hosted TV shows and enjoyed a successful West End career, has been honoured for his services to entertainment
The CRY Centre for Cardiac Pathology moves to St George’s, University of London, alongside the charity’s world-renowned Centre for Inherited Cardiovascular Conditions Since 2008, CRY has led the way in the UK in terms of ‘fast-tracking’ the pathology and analyses into the causes of unexpected sudden cardiac death in apparently fit and healthy young people. Thursday
“I am just back from EuroPRevent 2014. Prof Sharma is now officially the head of Sport’s Cardiology in Europe as he commenced his duties as chair of our section. The conference was definitely a triumph for our group. Prof, myself and our fellows delivered in total 9 superb talks and presented 8 posters, with Aneil and
North Launch – 1st May 2014 Families from across the North of England joined together to help launch a major regional campaign to highlight the shocking statistic that 12 young, apparently fit and healthy young people (aged 35 and under) are tragically dying every week in the UK from previously undiagnosed heart conditions. A poster-sized version
‘Girls and Boys’ – by Amesbury School, in memory of Sebastian English This video was made to raise money for Cardiac Risk in the Young after former pupil Sebastian English died, aged 15, from an undetected heart condition while playing rugby in 2004. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RtWeq3dFgZM The school’s version of the song (originally by Pixie Lott) is available
On Friday 28th April 2006 at 2pm, after a five-year struggle by her family, the inquest into the death of the paediatric nurse, Lisa Jane Browne (born Lisa Jane Harley) from Stoke-on-Trent will be reopened in the public’s interest, following personal intervention by the attorney general. The new inquest will be held in the West Annexe
CRY Research Fellow, Dr Abbas Zaidi, had the editorial article ‘Exercise-induced arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy: fact or fallacy?’ published in the European Heart Journal (December 2011). [Extract here] CRY Communications Officer, Mair Shepherd, caught up with him to find out more about this article. Why did you write this paper? We wrote this paper in response
CRY was very grateful for Unum’s support throughout 2014. They raised a wonderful £35,000 from their various fundraising efforts throughout the year. “Unum is really proud to have supported CRY as our national charity in 2014, and to raise a staggering £35,000 for such a worthy cause is fantastic. We have had an action-packed year with
Congratulations and a huge “thank you” to the 108 runners who ran the 2014 Virgin Money London Marathon for CRY on Sunday 13th April. As always, we are very proud of you all and very grateful to you for your fantastic efforts to raise awareness and funds for CRY. Next year’s race date is Sunday 26th
Singer makes surprise visit to schools tragically affected by young sudden cardiac death, on behalf of CRY. Assemblies will never seem the same again for the pupils of two schools who today (Tuesday 11th March 2014) were serenaded by one of the biggest stars of Britain’s pop scene – singer /songwriter, Pixie Lott! The “Boys and
On February 14th, Valentine’s Day bereavement experts from the charity Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) are unveiling a powerful and moving new book for the partners of young people who have tragically lost their lives to sudden cardiac death. The booklet, ‘Young Sudden Cardiac Death: A Partners’ Grief’ which has been compiled by CRY’s Chief
The Terrace Marquee, Westminster – 27th November Guest of Honour: Andy Scott, CRY Patron and former professional footballer. In the words of Alison Cox MBE (Chief Executive and founder of CRY) the charity’s latest booklet “Young, fit and suddenly diagnosed with a life threatening heart condition…” – which
This booklet provides the opportunity for both those affected and those that care deeply for them, to discuss, understand and perhaps even gain new perspectives on the extraordinarily challenging issue of being young and diagnosed with a potentially life threatening heart condition. Read more about the booklet here
We are pleased to announce that Double Olympian Tom James MBE has become a Patron of CRY. Tom has won Gold at the Bejing and London Olympics. View James’s Patron page here
This Halloween McColls will be raising up to £120,000 to fund a CRY Research Fellowship Grant CRY is delighted to be teaming up with McColl’s Retail Group for an extra special Halloween Campaign. This promotion will be in stores for the 3 weeks leading up to Halloween and will include donation boxes in all stores; individual store
The appointment of a Chief Coroner was suggested by the Conservative party during a Parliamentary debate that received cross-party support when legislated for in 2009. The role was designed to address the lack of leadership and the varying standards of accountability and transparency amongst coroners. This was the first time in its 900 year history that
15th December 2011 The Guards’ Chapel, Wellington Barracks Over 500 people attended the Carols for CRY concert in the beautiful Guards Chapel in Wellington Barracks on the evening of December 15 for a fundraising carol service very kindly organised for CRY by Pippa Miller. The evening opened with music from the Band of the Irish Guards,
House of Commons – 10th March 2004 Dari Taylor MP presented the Cardiac Risk in the Young Screening Bill to the House of Commons. The aim of the Bill was to publicise and address the gap in medical services that exists with regards to sudden deaths. Read the full debate “The new expert group
Cardiac Risk in the Young (Screening) Bill Official Parliamentary Report House of Commons 10th March, 2004 Speeches and interventions by: Ms Dari Taylor (Stockton, South) David Wright (Telford) Mr. Eric Pickles (Brentwood and Ongar) Mr. David Stewart (Inverness, East, Nairn and Lochaber) Dr. Ashok Kumar (Middlesbrough, South and Cleveland, East) Mr. Kevan Jones (North Durham) Tim
CRY is delighted to announce that during its partnership with Calor Gas Ltd – from October 2009 to December 2011 – the Company have contributed a massive £101,660 to CRY in memory of Scott Rennie, son of Calor’s Managing Director, Stephen Rennie. The money has been raised through a range of staff activities and sponsorship of
August 2007 Following the recent deaths of footballers at Walsall and Seville, and another near-fatal incident at Leicester, CRY Patron Andy Scott has called for the FA and PFA to introduce cardiac screening for all professional footballers. Andy Scott’s own playing career was brought to a premature end when he was diagnosed with Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy by
Brentford FC, managed by CRY Patron Andy Scott, enjoyed a successful first outing in their 2009/10 away shirt with a 3-1 win away at Carlisle United. For the second season running, a special partnership between CRY and Brentford FC has seen the club donate the secondary sponsorship of its away shirt to CRY. This unique partnership
A summary of CRY’s campaign to urge MPs to oppose the proposed abolition of the role of Chief Coroner for England and Wales. There is grave concern about the government’s decision to scrap the proposed role of Chief Coroner for England and Wales. Expert opinion suggests that this ill-considered move will leave England and Wales with
Alison Cox MBE, Chief Executive and Founder of CRY, comments on the proposed modernisation of the coroners’ service in England and Wales As a charity that has campaigned for several years for drastic improvements to the coroners’ service in England and Wales, we greatly welcome the appointment of the new Chief Coroner and the series of
On the 7th July 2013, CRY used the backdrop of its flagship fundraising event – the Heart of London Bridges Walk – to launch a new, short animation video demonstrating the impact of losing a young person to sudden cardiac death. To launch the video to the public on as wide a stage as possible, CRY
If you have lost someone you love, and do not think the Inquest held and subsequent death certificate issued are a true reflection of what happened, this story will show that an Inquest can be overturned, without massive cost or legal knowledge. When our son James collapsed and died outside the family home in November 2001,
CRY launches new resource for dads following the sudden cardiac death of a ‘fit and healthy’ child Bereavement experts from CRY are today (Sunday 16th June 2013) unveiling a powerful and moving new book for the dads of young people who have tragically lost their lives to sudden cardiac death. The book, “A Father’s Grief” –
South West Launch – 20th April 2012 Families from across the South West region (from Cornwall to Bristol) came together in Taunton to help launch a major regional campaign to highlight the shocking statistic that 12 young, apparently fit and healthy people (aged 35 and under) are tragically dying suddenly every week in the UK from
Published paper is ‘Editor’s Pick’ in April 30th issue of Circulation; and underlines the need for expert screening and diagnosis to prevent unnecessary disqualification of elite athletes. Researchers funded by CRY have published new research in one of the world’s leading cardiology journals, ‘Circulation’, which highlights the importance of expertise when conducting cardiac screening, because of
Response from Dr Steven Cox, Director of Screening at the charity, Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY): “Today’s announcement reinforces the importance of health checks to improve prevention and management of people at risk of heart conditions. “We also hope this is will be a positive step in working with GPs to ensure the correct referrals
Welsh Rugby Union club Cardiff Blues are delighted to confirm CRY as their nominated charity for the 2012/13 season. The team chose CRY because of the close link with Cardiff Blues Marketing Executive, Georgina Hughes, who lost her brother Matthew to sudden cardiac death in 2007 when he was just 17 years of age. Read the
The CRY Medical Information DVD is the result of a project instigated by Gareth Mallon of the East Midlands Ambulance Service. Initially aimed at educating ambulance crews about appropriate action to take when they encounter a young person who has suffered cardiac arrest, the DVD is also now being distributed free of charge to many other
Alison Cox MBE, Chief Executive and Founder of CRY comments: “At CRY, we have always issued a warning that everyone – particularly people with a suspected or pre-existing condition affecting the heart – needs to take extra care with medication or some supplements. All medicines – both those prescribed by your doctor and those purchased over
CRY is delighted to announce that Four Pillars Hotels Ltd have chosen to support CRY in 2013. “Four Pillars Hotels are pleased to announce that we will be supporting CRY as our Charity of the Year for 2013. By raising money, we hope to enable them to carry on their vital research into cardiac risk in the young
Lesley and Roger Pope from Burgess Hill were joined at the weekend (Saturday 8th December) by a number of local friends and family members as they officially unveiled two new ECG (electrocardiogram) machines at the CRY Centre for Inherited Cardiovascular Conditions and Sports Cardiology, St George’s Hospital, London. The group, who had travelled from West Sussex
28th – 30th May 2012 at the Manchester Central Convention Complex CRY was delighted to be chosen as the charity to fundraise at the 2012 British Cardiovascular Society Annual Conference. The focus of our fundraising efforts was a “Cyclathon” that ran throughout the course of the 3-day conference. As well as raising funds and awareness for
Following the sudden collapse of footballer Fabrice Muamba on Saturday 17th March, Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) has launched a national campaign – http://epetitions.direct.gov.uk/petitions/31819 – to maintain pressure on the Government and professional sporting bodies to offer cardiac screening to young people who might be at risk. Whilst Fabrice Muamba’s condition is reported to be
The Terrace Marquee, Westminster – 28th November. Guest of Honour: Andrew Triggs-Hodge MBE – GB Rowing, Olympic Gold Medallist (Beijing 2008, London 2012) On Wednesday November 28th CRY held its annual Parliamentary Reception at Westminster. The event was hosted by Sir Roger Gale MP, Dr John Pugh MP and
1st December 2011 Bereaved families from across Scotland are helping to launch a major regional campaign to highlight the shocking statistic* showing that the number of young people who lose their lives to the tragic condition sudden cardiac death now stands at 12 every week – a staggering 50% rise on previous estimates. (*The figures are based
It is hard to believe that someone young and active may be at risk from heart problems. Each week in the UK at least 12 apparently fit and healthy young people die from undiagnosed heart conditions. Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) is a charity that works to protect the cardiac health of young people. 2010
Read Update 52 online here The CRY Update is the charity’s newsletter, published three times a year, reporting on CRY news and events, cardiac screenings, breaking developments in medical research and CRY supporters’ fundraising over the preceding months.
On Wednesday October 13th CRY held its annual Parliamentary Reception at Westminster. The event was hosted by Roger Gale MP, Dr John Pugh MP and The Rt. Hon. George Howarth MP and was the key event in CRY’s Raising Awareness Week. With 2010 being CRY’s 15th anniversary year, we were particularly delighted to have new
Twelve families across the East of England (Essex to Lincolnshire) are helping to launch a major regional campaign to highlight the shocking statistic* showing that the number of young people who lose their lives to the tragic condition sudden cardiac death now stands at 12 every week – a staggering 50% rise on previous estimates. *The
The CRY BBC Radio 4 Appeal was broadcast on Sunday 24th July at 7.55am and 9.26pm; and on Thursday 28th July at 3.27pm. The appeal was presented by CRY supporter Stephanie Hunter and CRY Patron John Inverdale. The broadcast, to an estimated 1.9 million listeners, will help to raise awareness of Sudden Death Syndrome and the
Wednesday 28th April 2010 saw the official launch of the CRY Centre for Inherited Cardiovascular Conditions and Sports Cardiology at St George’s Hospital in Tooting, London. This is the world’s first specialist, multi-disciplinary centre dedicated to young sudden cardiac death and will operate under the direction of Professor Sanjay Sharma, Professor of Inherited Cardiovascular Conditions and
Families from Birmingham and across the Midlands joined together at a poignant event on Friday 13th March, as they helped to launch a major regional campaign to highlight shocking new statistics that show the number of young people who lose their lives to the tragic condition sudden cardiac death now stands at 12 every week –
Bereaved families from across the Home Counties and South of England are helping to launch a major regional campaign to highlight the shocking statistic* showing that the number of young people who lose their lives to the tragic condition sudden cardiac death now stands at 12 every week – a staggering 50% rise on previous estimates.
Students from Elsley School and Ernest Bevin College (South West London) had a unique opportunity to meet the Secretary of State for Health, Rt Hon Andy Burnham MP on Thursday 4th March and to thank him for introducing the increasingly popular Swim4life initiative that provides under 16s across the UK with free swimming. The Swim4life project
Bereaved families from across Wales are helping to launch a major regional campaign to highlight the shocking statistic* showing that the number of young people who lose their lives to the tragic condition sudden cardiac death now stands at 12 every week – a staggering 50% rise on previous estimates. *The new figures are based on
Today, charity Cardiac Risk in the Young and health and well-being company Philips unveil the first results from their Test My Heart Tour 09. The tour visited 13 locations in England and tested over 2,000 young people’s hearts to detect any abnormalities that could lead to Sudden Death Syndrome. Currently, 13 young people have been found
Teenager James Doherty, who had Wimbledon dreams shattered by devastating heart condition, takes starring role at world’s most famous tennis tournament. James Doherty (14) from Codicote fulfilled his life long ambition by appearing on Centre Court on Sunday 5 July, as he took on the prestigious role as official ‘coin tosser’ for the Men’s Singles Final
Families from the North East of England gathered together on Saturday 2nd May to help launch CRY’s new ’12 a week’ postcard campaign in their area of the UK. This was the fifth such regional launch of the new postcard campaign, following on from launches in the North West, Midlands, Northern Ireland and South East. The
Families from the Liverpool area and across the North West joined together to help launch a major regional campaign to highlight shocking new statistics that show the number of young people who lose their lives to the tragic condition sudden cardiac death now stands at 12 every week – a staggering 50% rise on previous estimates.
6th April 2009 A screening clinic has been launched to reduce the number of young people who suffer cardiac arrests. The clinic, set up by charity Cardiac Risk in the Young (Cry), was opened at Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) by Culture Secretary Andy Burnham. Visit http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/england/merseyside/7985595.stm
Today in Belfast, Cardiac Risk in the Young launched its Northern Ireland postcard campaign. The symbolic postcard highlights the deaths of 12 young people from Northern Ireland of undiagnosed fatal heart conditions most of which are genetic. This is the latest leg in CRY’s campaign promoting the value of screening across Northern Ireland and the UK.
Bereaved families from London and the South East have been joined by MPs from all parties to launch a nationwide awareness campaign to highlight shocking new statistics that show the number of young people who lose their lives from the tragic condition sudden cardiac death now stands at 12 every week – a staggering 50% rise
CRY office repainted by volunteers from Pfizer pharmaceuticals 10th October 2008 As part of their community engagement initiative, four volunteers from Pfizer pharmaceuticals’ Walton Oaks premises visited the CRY office on Friday 10th October, to give the downstairs area a much needed fresh coat of paint. Armed with rollers and brushes, and fuelled by tea, soft
CRY is delighted and proud to announce an innovative new partnership with Brentford Football Club – currently managed by CRY Patron Andy Scott. Brentford have taken the decision to donate the secondary sponsorship of their away kit to CRY for the 2008/09 season. This means that for matches where the team are wearing their away kit,
Following the success of CRY’s inaugural Heart of London Bridges Sponsored Walk in 2007 the event took place again in 2008, with over 600 CRY supporters in attendance. The walk, led once again by CRY Patron Kathryn Harries, started at Victoria Embankment Gardens and ended at Hays Galleria near London Bridge. The route involved crossing 8
The Secretary of State for Media, Culture and Sport – The Rt Hon Andy Burnham MP – will today [Thursday 28 February 2008] be joined by families, whose children or partners died suddenly whilst playing football, at an event to raise awareness of sudden cardiac death in the young. Today’s launch – to be held at
Institute of Child Health, 30 Guilford Street, London CRY’s second ever annual Family Medical Conference took place on June 14th 2008, at the Institute of Child Health in London. The four expert speakers at this event were Dr Elijah Behr (right) – who spoke about Ion Channelopathies; Dr Sanjay Sharma – who presented on the subject of
Over 150 people gathered at Royal Brompton last Friday evening (7 March 2008) for the opening of a new pathology laboratory offering hope for those who have lost loved ones to sudden cardiac death. The unit, funded by the charity Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY), is being led by consultant histapathologist Dr Mary Sheppard. It
The agonising wait endured by many families following the sudden – and tragic – death of a child or partner could soon be over as London opens the UK’s first ever ‘fast-track’ pathology laboratories to help analyse the causes of unexpected cardiac death in ‘apparently’ fit and healthy young people. It is estimated that at least
The Secretary of State for Media, Culture and Sport – The Rt Hon Andy Burnham MP – will today [Thursday 28 February 2008] be joined by families, whose children or partners died suddenly whilst playing football, at an event to raise awareness of sudden cardiac death in the young. Today’s launch – to be held at
On Tuesday November 20th, CRY held its first ever event at the prestigious National Gallery in Trafalgar Square, London – a breakfast and private view of the exhibition “Renaissance Siena: Art for a City”. On arrival, guests were served a continental breakfast of orange juice, skewer of fruit, a selection of Danish pastries and tea and
Kevan Jones MP is the Chair of the Cardiac Risk in the Young All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG). There follows part of his response to the Queen’s Speech in November 2007, in which he mentions his involvement with CRY. Kevan Jones MP “I want to discuss two issues that were omitted from the Queen’s Speech. When
The day of the Investiture was the most beautiful Autumn day with all the gold ironwork on the gates at Buckingham Palace glinting brilliantly in the sunlight and us feeling ever so grand as we drove through the palace gates. A truly surreal occasion and I was so proud to be there representing CRY’s work and
On July 7th 2007, CRY Patron Kathryn Harries completed a 32 mile walk along the Thames path, across all of the bridges from Hampton Court to Tower Bridge. Then, on July 15th, Kathryn was joined by over 400 CRY supporters on a walk crossing 8 bridges from Westminster to Tower Bridge – a distance of approximately
The Terrace Marquee, Westminster – 11th July Guests of Honour: CRY Patrons David Walliams and Kathryn Harries On Wednesday July 11th CRY hosted its annual Parliamentary Reception at Westminster as part of its Raising Awareness Week. We were delighted to have CRY Patrons David Walliams and Kathryn Harries as guests of honour. The event was attended
9th February 2007 Today, Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY), the UK’s number one charity for reducing young sudden cardiac death, is pleased to announce that the Cardiac Risk in the Young All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) has gained its 100th member. This milestone achievement represents unprecedented interest and places CRY’s agenda in an elite list of
Read Update 44 online here The CRY Update is the charity’s newsletter, published three times a year, reporting on CRY news and events, cardiac screenings, breaking developments in medical research and CRY supporters’ fundraising over the preceding months.
Following his heroic efforts at the Bath Half Marathon earlier this year, CRY Patron and former England International rugby star, Simon Halliday, adopted a rather more sedate pace for his latest fundraising endeavour. Simon joined CRY President Ian Botham on one leg of his ‘Botham Walk 2006’. CLICK HERE TO SPONSOR SIMON! Ian Botham has been
Sunday 30th July, High Wycombe, Team Buzz was granted an audience with BBC TV & Radio presenter, sports officianado and all round top chap John Inverdale. John is a patron of C.R.Y. and has given his valuable support to the charity for the last three years. Despite his busy schedule and very little notice he agreed
Press release – 1st March 2006 Today, Cardiac Risk in the Young (CRY) publishes the results of a new survey which indicates that one year on since the introduction of Chapter 8: Arrhythmias and Sudden Cardiac Death of the National Service Framework for Coronary Heart Disease, a staggering 97% of all Primary Care Trusts (PCTs) interviewed
On Wednesday June 15th, CRY hosted a Parliamentary Reception at Westminster as part of its Raising Awareness Week, and to help mark its 10th Anniversary. The event was attended by more than 70 MPs who came to show their support for CRY’s campaigning. Other guests at the event were CRY supporters / families; CRY President Ian
New campaign highlights the young faces behind sudden cardiac death On Thursday 15th July, MPs from all parties attended the national launch of a hard-hitting and thought-provoking new campaign to raise awareness of sudden cardiac death in the young. Kevan Jones MP, Chair of the APPG on Cardiac Risk in the Young, spoke at the launch,
DOCTORS have received vital equipment to test for heart defects thanks to the ‘awesome’ courage of a bereaved mother. Diane Tolley of New Road, Bewdley, whose teenage son Robert died suddenly while out on his bike four years ago, is celebrating the success of her £5,000 fund-raising campaign to pay for an electrocardiogram (ECG) machine for
CRY’s Co-ordinated Fast Track Service For Affected Families “As well as working with the Department of Health and others to develop high quality cardiac services for young people and families, CRY also provides a significant amount of funding to the NHS to help ‘fast-track’ the complex range of services needed following a sudden cardiac death to