This May, we're recognising two vital health campaigns – May Measure Month and Stroke Awareness Month. It's the perfect time to encourage your team to check their blood pressure, learn the signs of stroke, and prioritise their wellbeing at work.
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Feeling inspired after the Belfast City Marathon?
Why not sign up for one of these events and keep your running streak going?
The Belfast City Half Marathon Half Marathon has sold out to the general public but we have a very limited number of places – they can get in touch at events@nichs.org.uk to enquire.
The Belfast City Women’s 10k is taking place on Saturday 21st June - places are still available and can be purchased directly by clicking below.
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80th Anniversary Mighty Mournes Challenge
Saturday 12th September 2026
Pick your peak and push your limits in our brand new hiking event, now open for registrations. Choose between conquering Slieve Donard or tackling three peaks in one day — Slieve Donard, Slieve Commedagh and Slievenaglogh. From first-time hikers to seasoned adventurers, this is your chance to challenge yourself while supporting people affected by chest, heart and stroke conditions. We have a limited number of corporate spaces available, so if you're interested please register your interest as soon as possible.
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"Check your Blood Pressure - It could stop you going through a life changing stroke like I did, or even save your life.”
Clare Doherty, from Derry/Londonderry, had a severe stroke last summer which was caused by undiagnosed high blood pressure. Clare is sharing her story in the run up to World Hypertension Day (17th May) in support of our blood pressure awareness campaign.
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Clare wants to use her experience to encourage others to get their blood pressure checked due to the fact high blood pressure rarely displays any symptoms and is often only discovered after someone suffers a stroke or heart attack.
Clare was supported by our Family Support Service and PREP programme after her stroke. She says, "Through the NICHS groups I have the opportunity to talk to others who have had strokes and that has been so important to me.”
We couldn't continue to provide our programmes and services without support from organisations like yours - thank you!
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MACE Back Our Blood Pressure Awareness Campaign
A big thank you to MACE who will once again be supporting our 'Your Number's Up' Blood Pressure Awareness Campaign this year, hosting checks in their stores during May and June!
If your organisation would be able to support our campaign by sharing health messages on your social media platforms or other communications channels, please contact our team to get our comms pack of resources.
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Step Into Spring
It's the perfect time of year to get involved and make a difference! Whether it’s a dress-down day, coffee morning, or team challenge, your workplace can help raise funds and awareness to support stroke prevention and blood pressure checks and vital care services for people affected by chest, heart and stroke conditions across Northern Ireland.
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Organise a Sponsored Step Challenge in Your Workplace
At NICHS, our staff always step out during June for our Steps Challenge - why not organise your own! It’s a chance to connect with nature, improve your health, and enjoy some much-needed time away from screens. Plus with our 80th Anniversary approaching in June, it's the perfect time to get involved!
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Feeling Inspired?
Get in touch with our corporate fundraising team!
Lindsay Lutton
llutton@nichs.org.uk
07938483535
Eamonn Baker
ebaker@nichs.org.uk
07521427396
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