HEART ATTACK AND FH: Dilwyn's story

After the devastation of suffering a heart attack whilst out cycling in remote countryside with his wife, Dilwyn remembers events leading up to and on that day. He talks about the urgent medical treatment he got and then the shock of being diagnosed with Familial Hypercholesterolemia (FH). A genetic condition where you have exceptionally high levels of cholesterol in the blood. As Rob Underwood from the BHF discovers in this episode, it's been both an emotional and inspirational road to recovery for Dilwyn who's since made great strides in his return to fitness. He describes his fundraising efforts for the BHF, taking part in charity cycle challenges and the Snowdonia Marathon while looking forward to the Berlin 25k. All made possible by the fantastic support of his wonderful family and friends. As a charity, the British Heart Foundation depends on the generosity of donors to continue carrying out our lifesaving research. Thank you, to all those who already give. If you too would like to donate, you can do so by going to bhf.org.uk/donatepod.

If you have any questions or concerns about your heart or circulatory health and want to talk with a cardiac nurse on the BHF’s Heart Helpline, go to our website at bhf.org.uk/hearthelpline and you'll find all the contact options there.

Also, if you’ve got your own heart story, or have any thoughts on this episode, do email us at, [email protected].

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