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About the Blog

Two individuals forming a heart shape with their hands, a symbol of love and togetherness.

heart-to-heart

This blog is my witness statement to life as a patient with heart failure and ultimately living with a stronger, better heart by the will of God, and the generosity of a donor and their family.  I'll share my thoughts and experiences as an inpatient, and the spectrum of emotions I felt on my journey through 'transplant'. Whether you're on a similar journey or have just heard the t-word for the first time, there's something in this 'light-hearted' blog for everyone. Finally, this blog is a safe space to start conversations and raise awareness about organ donation, as transplants would not be possible without the generosity of organ donors. To make it a little easier, I've compiled a list of resources which can give you insight into the process of becoming a donor, and how you can sensitively speak to your loved ones about your decision, and their decisions too. ​ One conversation can give someone the comfort of life.

About Me

Mehreen (she/her)

  • ​Final year Neuroscience student at the University of Nottingham (a true brain-iac)

  • Plays piano and viola (YouTube channel - Adagio Nights)

  • Nature is stunning - here's a collection of my favourite camera shots (Instagram - mehrx.captures)

  • You'll find me in the woods.

  • Facebook
  • Youtube
  • Instagram
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A Muslim woman making prayer, with hands held together, with patient wristband visible.

Terminology

As a practicing Muslim, a lot of the terms you will hear in this blog are words of remembrance of God. To make it easy for all the non-Muslims reading, here is a little word bank to help :) 

  • Alhamdulilah (All praise belongs to God/ Thank God)

  • Subhan'Allah (All glory is to God)

  • Insha'Allah (If God Wills)

 

Thank you for making it through this essay, and I hope you enjoy our heart-to-heart 

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