September 2025 marked one of the most impactful Aortic Disease Awareness Months so far. Across the UK and Ireland, patients, families, clinicians, and supporters came together with renewed energy and determination. The month brought both wider awareness and tangible...
As part of our continued commitment to improving outcomes for people affected by aortic dissection, we are proud to announce the recipients of the 2025 Aortic Dissection Research Grants. This year’s projects represent an important step forward in both quicker...
The charity is proud to announce that two leading NHS hospitals, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust and Liverpool Heart & Chest Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, have been awarded funding to appoint specialist Aortic Advanced Practitioners. These newly funded...
In support of Aortic Dissection Awareness Day, volunteers from the charity have released a brand-new series of video podcasts. These episodes have been created to inform, guide and support those affected by aortic dissection, including patients, families and...
David Burgess was a much-loved man from Greater Manchester. At 52 years old, he was a dedicated legal recruitment consultant who had never taken a day off work. In April 2025, he suddenly experienced severe stomach and back pain. His partner, Sandra O’Hagan, took him...
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