What do James Bond, a former Prime Minister and a grand-slam winning Captain of the British Lions all have in common?

Well in this case, Roger Moore, Tony Blair and Bill Beaumont all suffered from an arrhythmiaAn abnormal heart rhythm. – a serious heart condition that can now be cured

ARRHYTHMIA:

• Is a top 10 cause of hospital attendance you’ve probably never heard of
• Affects over 700,000 people in the UK and the majority of Londoners are unaware of them
• Contributes to an estimated 100,000 deaths every year in the UK
• 75% of Londoners are unaware that arrhythmias can also lead to heart attackThe death of a section of heart muscle caused by an interruption in its blood supply. Also called a myocardial infarction. and strokeAny sudden neurological problem caused by a bleed or a clot in a blood vessel.
• Can have a devastating impact on quality of life, affecting work, sport and everyday activities
• Can now be cured in many cases using a minor, keyhole surgical procedure

This pioneering keyhole procedure is available at London Bridge Hospital, The Harley Street Clinic and The Wellington Hospital.

Hayleigh-Jayne, a 22 year-old canoeist from Bucks, had to limit her training due to her arrhythmia. Paul, a 35 year-old manager from Surrey couldn’t do any strenuous activity but now runs the London Triathlon every year following a minor procedure that has cured his arrhythmia.

As we continue in these difficult economic times, stressRelating to injury or concern. has serious implications on heart health but the majority of Londoners are unaware of arrhythmia, as detailed in this press release from the London Arrhythmia Network.