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Every week in the UK & Ireland over 70 people suffer an aortic dissection.
Every week, first responders, emergency departments and surgeons battle these complex cases to save lives, and the brightest minds work together to develop ground-breaking medical advances for patients and their families.
Every week is an opportunity for you to make a difference.
A better future for aortic patients starts here.
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How your donation supports our work
Your donation helps to fund our aortic dissection projects, which support those with and at risk of the condition.
We fund research projects to identify wider solutions and advocate for the change needed to prevent aortic dissection-related death and disability.
How we spend your donation
We strive to be one of the most efficient charities in the UK & Ireland. Our trustees and team are dedicated volunteers who work without pay and cover their own expenses, allowing 100% of your donation to go straight to where it is needed.
With your support, we can change the lives of patients, right now and in the future.
Our promise
We are registered with the fundraising regulators and are honest, respectful and accountable to our supporters.
Your help and donations are critical to our work and greatly appreciated. Together, we can achieve incredible things to improve the lives of patients and their families.
A Special Tribute for a Loved One
Honour the memory of your loved one by creating a personalised tribute page, providing a dedicated online space to celebrate their life. In partnership with MuchLoved, this platform allows you to share cherished stories, photos, and videos, offering a comforting place for family and friends to remember year after year.
Setting up a tribute page is simple and free, giving you the flexibility to update it whenever you wish. It serves as a meaningful way to commemorate your loved one and keep their memory alive.
If you need assistance at any stage, we are here to help. Click below to start a tribute page or to find and contribute to an existing one.
Thank you for making a difference in memory of your loved one, on behalf of the charity and the hundreds of people impacted by AD each year.
The Aortic Dissection Charitable Trust
Registered charity in the England & Wales No. 1191420
Registered charity in Scotland No. SC051517
PO Box 812, Hope Valley, Chesterfield S40 9QY
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