Ana Ieremie

HeaRunning for Dad — Taking on a Challenge for Heart Health in Irelandrt

Eight months after undergoing major heart surgery, my dad passed away.

​Losing him changed everything. Navigating life without his presence, his wisdom, and his laughter has been the hardest thing my family and I have ever done. The time following his surgery was filled with hope, resilience, and every precious moment we could get together—which makes his loss feel even heavier.

​Heart disease affects so many families across Ireland every day, often striking quietly and leaving behind a profound emptiness. I knew I couldn't just sit with my grief; I wanted to turn it into something meaningful.

​That is why I am taking on this challenge.

​Every mile, every training session, and every step of this journey is dedicated to my dad. It is an opportunity to honor his memory, to heal, and to make a tangible difference in the fight against cardiovascular disease.

​Why Your Support Matters

I am raising funds to support heart health research, advocacy, and patient care right here in Ireland. By donating, you are helping to:

• ​Fund Lifesaving Research: Developing better treatments, early detection methods, and surgical aftercare.
• ​Support Irish Families: Providing guidance and care resources for patients recovering from major heart procedures and their loved ones.
• ​Raise Awareness: Educating communities on early prevention and warning signs to save lives.

​Taking on this challenge is an important step in my own healing, but I cannot do it alone. If you are in a position to support—whether through a donation, sharing this post, or sending words of encouragement—it would mean the absolute world to me and my family.

​Thank you for helping me keep my dad’s memory alive.