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Keep Northern Ireland beating

Over 230,000 people in Northern Ireland are currently living with cardiovascular disease. But with the public’s support, the next breakthroughs in diagnosing, treating, and preventing cardiovascular disease are in reach.

Manufacturing NI CEO Stephen Kelly and Chair of Enterprise NI, John McGrillen on a red BHF bench in front of Titanic Belfast, a modern building with a striking geometric silver facade and glass entrance.

Red bench diaries

To mark 65 years since the BHF was founded, we have unveiled 65 red benches across the UK in celebration of those who have survived, or are living with, cardiovascular disease.

Stephen and John’s stories

In Northern Ireland, our #RedBenchDiaries visited Titanic Belfast to speak to Manufacturing NI CEO Stephen Kelly, and Chair of Enterprise NI, John McGrillen, about their heart stories.

Manufacturing NI CEO Stephen Kelly and Chair of Enterprise NI, John McGrillen on a red BHF bench in front of Titanic Belfast, a modern building with a striking geometric silver facade and glass entrance.

Simon and Kevin’s stories

Our #RedBenchDiaries previously visited Affidea Stadium, Belfast, to speak to former Ireland and Ulster rugby prop, Simon Best, and former GAA All Star and Derry Captain, Kevin McCloy, about their heart stories.
 
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Deborah and Philip’s stories

Our #RedBenchDiaries also visited Parliament Buildings, Stormont, to speak to MLAs Deborah Erskine and Philip McGuigan about their heart stories.

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Donate now to keep us beating

Each day, around 12 people in Northern Ireland die from cardiovascular disease.

But with your donations, BHF-funded research can help save more lives.

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