Jonathan Edwards, from Ballyclare, was a fit and healthy 47-year-old when he had an unexpected heart attack two years ago. He is sharing his story this World Heart Day to raise awareness that a heart attack can happen to anyone at any age and in support of NICHS.

In support of World Heart Day and our work Sandra McCartney, 65 from Derry/Londonderry, is sharing her story of having both a heart attack and cardiac arrest to help raise public awareness.

Northern Ireland Chest Heart & Stroke (NICHS) has announced it has received substantial funding from The National Lottery Community Fund, which has been made possible thanks to National Lottery players, for a vital three-year community respiratory support programme.

NICHS has launched a new, innovative emotional support programme, ACTivate Your Life, as part of their service offering.

Ryan McConnell, 33 from Belfast, is supporting NICHS in it's 80th Anniversary year by taking on its brand-new adventure challenge in the Mourne Mountains in memory of family members he has lost to ill health.

Northern Ireland Chest Heart & Stroke (NICHS) is marking a significant milestone - 80 years of supporting and improving the lives of people across Northern Ireland.