What is cardiomyopathy?
Cardiomyopathy is a disease of the heart muscle: 'cardio’ means heart, ‘myo’ means muscle and ‘pathy’ means disease.
It isn’t a single condition, but a group of conditions that affect the structure of the heart and reduce its ability to pump blood around the body. Around 1 in 250 people in the UK are affected.
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Together again, a brighter future
We're delighted that the Cardiomyopathy UK National Conference will be returning in person this autumn.
Our conference is an opportunity for people with cardiomyopathy and their loved ones to learn more about the condition, hear from experts and meet others affected by the condition.
Living with cardiomyopathy
We're here for you. Find advice and information on how to live well with cardiomyopathy.
Support for families and young people
Emotional wellbeing resources
Practical support and special events
TCS London Marathon 2023
Join Team Cardio and experience a day to remember at this iconic event.
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Support Groups 29 September 2022Our support group meetings this OctoberHere you can find all the support group meetings we are holding through the month of October, we areRead on
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News 08 September 2022FAQ: Autumn 2022 Covid boosterOur Cardiomyopathy UK Support Nurse, Jayne has answered some of the commonly asked questionsRead on
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Your stories 25 August 2022Emily's StoryEmily lost her mum Wendy to cardiomyopathy in 2018. She has shared her experience of losing a lovedRead on
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