Miriam Gent had just retrained as a GP and was getting stuck into her new role. One night, during a tea break and a chat with a colleague on shift in a rural Scottish A&E, she collapsed from a sudden cardiac arrest. In this episode, she tells her survival story.
Show Notes
Miriam’s causes
Heartstart - information for schools - Save a Life for Scotland
Miriam’s recommended reads
Being Mortal by Atul Gawande
Miriam referred to this book when she was talking about research into people's life priorities at different ages/stages of life and the effects of serious or life-threatening illness.
Recovery: The Lost Art of Convalescence by Gavin Francis
Miriam talked about recovery not being a linear thing, this short book describes recovery as being like a game of Snakes and Ladders.
Other links
Subcutaneous Internal Defibrillator
Check the About link at https://pushtostartpodcast.substack.com for more resources.
Do you have a survivor story to share?
If you’re a cardiac arrest survivor, and would like to share your story, please get in touch for an informal chat about what’s involved.
Disclaimer
The content provided in this episode, on the Push To Start website, or through any linked resources, is for informational purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your GP, cardiologist, or another qualified healthcare professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have heard or read here.
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