REAL STORIES
People sharing their own stories of suffering with deep vein thrombosis or sharing similar tragedies to Louis’
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Louis’ Story
It was something so preventable, and fixable, had we known. Our son torn away from us. Louis' mum, Lesley, and I are totally devastated.
Cheyenne’s Story
18 year old Cheyenne called her mother at 10.30am on April 29th 2020 to complain she didn't feel well. A heartbreaking tragedy was soon to unfold.
Dawn’s Story
In March 2020 at the start of the Covid pandemic, I was very unwell with an infection in my lungs. I was off work for a few weeks
Cheryl’s Story
In September 2019 I became unwell with what I thought was a virus, it knocked me for six. I couldn't walk up the stairs and had a headache that I can only describe as ‘the worst headache ever.’
Benita’s Story
Never for a second did Benita, a fit and healthy netball player, think she would have any medical problems
Sharon’s Story
I was 24 and just had my 2nd child, I was sent home that same day and was enjoying my son's first day when I had a calf pain