Heart of West London Partnership
2 October 2022
From ground-breaking research and life-saving screenings, to increased CPR awareness and small lifestyle changes, we all have the same goal… to save lives.
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From ground-breaking research and life-saving screenings, to increased CPR awareness and small lifestyle changes, we all have the same goal… to save lives.
Abertay University in Dundee hosted the 3rd weekend of heart screenings in 2022 in Robert’s name.
Robert was born and grew up in Kirkcaldy, and despite travelling the world, always thought of Kirkcaldy as home. So when the A K A
Brentford fans attending Gunnersbury Park Sports Hub on Saturday to have their heart screened received a surprise visit from Thomas Frank and Christian Eriksen. Fans, staff and volunteers received a boost as Thomas and Christian attended to meet those involved and learn about the initiative taking place in west London.
Our A K A Day challenge is in loving memory of Robert Rowan who was tragically taken from us in November 2018 at just 28 years of age. Robert was a football fanatic and was immensely proud to be employed as Technical Director for Brentford Football Club also known as ‘The Bees’.
On Sunday 12th May we held our first screening in memory of Robert Rowan- 6 months to the day since his tragic passing. A tough day but a fitting tribute which brought together Brentford FC, Brentford FC Community Sports Trust and Cardiac Risk in the Young.
