You may find that your Nurse or Doctor has put you on a daily fluid restriction so that you don’t accumulate fluid. If you are on a fluid restriction, then this section is for you. Please note that the NICE Chronic Heart Failure Guidelines do not routinely advise people with heart failure to restrict their […]

Exercise is one of the most important things you can do to help manage your condition and improve your quality of life. Exercise comes in many forms, and it isn’t all about going to the gym; walking your dog or simply taking a walk will do. It is important that you speak to your doctor […]

“You are what you eat” and it is so true. People who have heart failure need to eat healthy vitamin packed food.   Here are some top tips for great tasting healthy food and it’s not all “eat your greens!” What foods do you like? Buy a recipe book that includes these foods. Each week, gradually […]

It’s very important that you discuss your medication with your nurse or doctor. The following information provides you with 3 key tips that are important for you to know as a heart failure patient.   Tip 1 – Your Doctor asks you to put your hand in the fire – would you do it? Of […]

Remaining positive is crucial when managing heart failure. It’s important not to give up. We understand it’s challenging, but you will find your way to cope. You’ll feel better for it. Here are some words to lift your spirits:   Determined – You are not going to allow your condition to rule your life Knowledge – Understand […]

Heart Failure has transformed my life. A good analogy before my diagnosis is that my life was like a nearly complete jigsaw. After the diagnosis, it became a mess of pieces; self-management is now about finding the corners and colour combinations. About five months after being diagnosed, I decided to establish a support organisation for […]

How Heart Failure Changed my Life – Nick Harthorne-Evans, Founder and CEO After being diagnosed with heart failure at 39 years old, Nick Hartshorne-Evans was motivated by his experiences. He established the first and only patient-led heart failure charity. It offers support and information services for fellow patients and their families, as well as advocating […]