Alex Martin's hope of joining the army was dashed after a shock diagnosis. On this episode, Bill Snaddon from the BHF talks with Alex about the physical challenges and emotional strain as he recovers from a major operation, and adjusts to a new life with a mechanical heart valve. More information on heart valve disease and valve surgery: https://www.bhf.org.uk/informationsupport/conditions/heart-valve-disease https://www.bhf.org.uk/informationsupport/treatments/valve-heart-surgery If you’ve got any questions about your heart or circulatory health, call the BHF’s heart helpline to speak with a nurse, between 9-5 on Monday to Fridays, on 0300 330 3311 or email hearthelpline@bhf.org.uk.&nbsp; To contact The Ticker Tapes team, you'll find us at thetickertapes@bhf.org.uk <hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

STROKE: Annette's story

The British Heart Foundation brings you real stories of people living with heart and circulatory conditions. You’ll hear about the challenges these conditions can bring, but also reasons to be cheerful.&nbsp;In our Alumni Reflections series, we speak to inspiring and highly influential members of the BHF’s community of researchers, and get to know the person behind the science.&nbsp;From time to time, you'll also hear special episodes with our BHF celebrity ambassadors, and episodes to mark major moments, such as the BHF's 60th anniversary in 2021. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.