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Nick Dow has had a heart attack

23 Aug 23 - 03:57 PM (#4179730)
Subject: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: GUEST,Friend

Nick Dow is in hospital waiting for angioplasty and a stent. He had a heart attack on Monday morning. Fortunately a small one. I went to see him, he is in good spirits and has loads of support so has the family. He has had to cancel his gigs, and says he will will contact everybody when he gets out. It will mean a lifestyle change, and he is not resisting that. I thought you would like to know.


23 Aug 23 - 04:06 PM (#4179731)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: RTim

I hope he recovers well...Good Man....

Tim Radford


23 Aug 23 - 04:07 PM (#4179732)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: Black belt caterpillar wrestler

My best wishes, and glad to hear that support is in place.

Robin


23 Aug 23 - 04:22 PM (#4179734)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: GeoffLawes

Our best wishes to you Nlck and we hope you recover soon. - Geoff and Flick in Hull


23 Aug 23 - 04:36 PM (#4179737)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: GUEST,RJM

Very sorry to hear this. wishing you a speedy recovery


23 Aug 23 - 06:32 PM (#4179739)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: Joe Offer

All my best to you, Nick. Get well soon. We appreciate you around here.


23 Aug 23 - 07:08 PM (#4179746)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: rich-joy

Yes, indeed - wot Joe sed!! All the Best, Nick :)


24 Aug 23 - 02:01 AM (#4179774)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: Waddon Pete

We are all here thinking of you. As you know, music is great therapy. It will help your recovery.

Pete


24 Aug 23 - 03:15 AM (#4179775)
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From: Dave the Gnome

Get well soon, Nick


24 Aug 23 - 03:56 AM (#4179778)
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From: Acorn4

Hope you mend soon, Nick, and hope to see you in Zoomland before too long.


24 Aug 23 - 04:52 AM (#4179783)
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From: Long Firm Freddie

Wishing him all the best for a speedy recovery.

LFF


24 Aug 23 - 05:45 AM (#4179790)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: GUEST,Tom Patterson

I hope you feel better soon, Nick.


24 Aug 23 - 09:24 AM (#4179806)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: Lighter

Get-well wishes to you, Nick, from the U.S.A.


24 Aug 23 - 09:35 AM (#4179810)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: Big Al Whittle

very sorry to hear this. As Pete Waddon says quite correctly - music is therapeutic.- just holding my guitar ( I find) is very soothing and it calms me down.

The performance thing is a lovely thing to have in your life. But gigging professionally is stressful. The roads seem to get worse, more full of psychotic drivers.

I loved performing but I don't miss it as much as I thought I would. The music is the thing - its always waiting there for you like an old friend. Its a sort of dividend that that has been building up all these years when you were practising and hustling round.

take care Nick.


24 Aug 23 - 10:45 AM (#4179821)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: Backwoodsman

All best wishes for a full and speedy recovery, Nick.


24 Aug 23 - 02:25 PM (#4179846)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: GUEST,Nick Dow

In hospital a bit broken hearted. Mally finally bought me in a laptop. Turns out I had undiagnosed diabetes, and that helped to damage my veins
Anyway I am off to Leeds hospital for for angioplasty, and possibly a stent and maybe open heart surgery (hopefully not) Thanks to my 'Friend' who is in fact a grandchild, starting this thread, and thanks for your kind comments.


24 Aug 23 - 02:31 PM (#4179848)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: GUEST,RJM,

Nick, you are a fine performer, I hope you recover and can carry on enjoying music.


25 Aug 23 - 05:02 AM (#4179904)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: Dave Sutherland

Wishing you a speedy recovery from all at Tigerfolk.


25 Aug 23 - 08:42 AM (#4179912)
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From: Steve Shaw

All the best from me too!


25 Aug 23 - 12:43 PM (#4179932)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: SPB-Cooperator

Take care of yourself


25 Aug 23 - 02:33 PM (#4179941)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: StephenH

All the best for a speedy recovery, Nick.


25 Aug 23 - 04:36 PM (#4179950)
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From: MoorleyMan

Only just heard about this today. Sad news indeed.
All the very best for a swift recovery, Mick my friend.


25 Aug 23 - 05:05 PM (#4179952)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: GUEST

Very best to you from Paul in Southampton. You WILL make a great recovery!


25 Aug 23 - 05:29 PM (#4179953)
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From: Anne Lister

All very best wishes for your full recovery, Nick.


25 Aug 23 - 07:46 PM (#4179968)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: FreddyHeadey

Oh dear, that's bad news to hear about a busy man.
Best wishes for a steady recovery Nick.


25 Aug 23 - 10:31 PM (#4179973)
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From: Hagman

Regards from Oz, Nick. Get well soon!


26 Aug 23 - 02:47 AM (#4179979)
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From: Herga Kitty

Fingers crossed that you'll be back home with Mally soon and feeling a lot better.

Kitty and Derek


26 Aug 23 - 08:22 AM (#4179994)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: GUEST,Joe G

Get well soon Nick!


26 Aug 23 - 09:56 AM (#4179999)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: GUEST,Nick Dow Brokenhearted

Well not too bad really. I have had a stent put in and I’m very fragile. It turned out that my GP missed Diabetes, and left untreated helped to cause the heart attack. Not very happy about that! Mally has been a magnificent nurse, and called the ambulance got it here in ten minutes, calmed me down got me in it, and helped save my life. Since she is the one that made a man of me in the first place, I have a lot to be thankful about. A couple of weeks should see more like the old show off Nick!
Kind regards
Nick


26 Aug 23 - 10:27 AM (#4180003)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: Stilly River Sage

Life changes ahead - but good news that this was caught and diagnosed and treated. Good luck!


26 Aug 23 - 10:27 AM (#4189676)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: Stilly River Sage

Life changes ahead - but good news that this was caught and diagnosed and treated. Good luck!


26 Aug 23 - 11:12 AM (#4189678)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: MoorleyMan

Good to hear the latest encouraging news, Nick, and well nursed Mally, you're a treasure!


26 Aug 23 - 11:12 AM (#4180005)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: MoorleyMan

Good to hear the latest encouraging news, Nick, and well nursed Mally, you're a treasure!


27 Aug 23 - 05:44 AM (#4180067)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: Steve Gardham

Great to see all of these good wishes from around the world. Top man, Nick. Love to you and Mally. No need to rush back in on any of our projects. Get yourself back fit.


27 Aug 23 - 05:44 AM (#4189683)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: Steve Gardham

Great to see all of these good wishes from around the world. Top man, Nick. Love to you and Mally. No need to rush back in on any of our projects. Get yourself back fit.


27 Aug 23 - 10:16 AM (#4180079)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: Waddon Pete

Positive news! That's an achievement!


27 Aug 23 - 10:16 AM (#4189680)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: Waddon Pete

Positive news! That's an achievement!


27 Aug 23 - 12:50 PM (#4189682)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: Vic Smith

Just picked this up for the first time and we were both shocked. I knew what a great person Mally is and she has proved this to me once again. Take it easy and don't rush things and we will see you back singing again.
We need you, old mate, you are a man you don't meet every day!
Vic & Tina


27 Aug 23 - 12:50 PM (#4180088)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: Vic Smith

Just picked this up for the first time and we were both shocked. I knew what a great person Mally is and she has proved this to me once again. Take it easy and don't rush things and we will see you back singing again.
We need you, old mate, you are a man you don't meet every day!
Vic & Tina


28 Aug 23 - 07:52 AM (#4180110)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: GUEST,Rosie Upton

So shocked in Whitby Folk Week to hear that you had a heart attack. Pleased to hear that you are recovering and there has been a proper diagnosis and that you have had a stent fitted. Take things easy until you are fully recovered and looking forward to hearing you singing and playing again soon. All good wishes to you and Mally. Rosie


28 Aug 23 - 07:52 AM (#4189664)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: GUEST,Rosie Upton

So shocked in Whitby Folk Week to hear that you had a heart attack. Pleased to hear that you are recovering and there has been a proper diagnosis and that you have had a stent fitted. Take things easy until you are fully recovered and looking forward to hearing you singing and playing again soon. All good wishes to you and Mally. Rosie


28 Aug 23 - 08:57 AM (#4189665)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: GUEST,Mike Yates

Sorry to hear this, Nick. Lets hope for a speedy recovery (and maybe taking things a little easier!)


28 Aug 23 - 08:57 AM (#4180117)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: GUEST,Mike Yates

Sorry to hear this, Nick. Lets hope for a speedy recovery (and maybe taking things a little easier!)


28 Aug 23 - 09:11 AM (#4180120)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: GUEST,JoeG

Glad you're getting sorted Nick. Fortunately my GP spotted my signs of diabetes and I've been in Metformin for about 20 years now. I'm not always as well behaved as I should be (too much beer) but I always try to get back on track

Take care and hope you are out & about soon


28 Aug 23 - 09:11 AM (#4189666)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: GUEST,JoeG

Glad you're getting sorted Nick. Fortunately my GP spotted my signs of diabetes and I've been in Metformin for about 20 years now. I'm not always as well behaved as I should be (too much beer) but I always try to get back on track

Take care and hope you are out & about soon


28 Aug 23 - 11:24 AM (#4189675)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: Anglo

I just saw this - best to you Nick for a speedy recovery. I had problems here at our local folk festival 17 years ago, and came out of hospital 10 days later with a quad bypass, so I do have an idea of whay you're going through. So glad you have a solid caregiver, as did I. All good wishes for a speedy and full recovery.
John Roberts


28 Aug 23 - 11:24 AM (#4180134)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: Anglo

I just saw this - best to you Nick for a speedy recovery. I had problems here at our local folk festival 17 years ago, and came out of hospital 10 days later with a quad bypass, so I do have an idea of whay you're going through. So glad you have a solid caregiver, as did I. All good wishes for a speedy and full recovery.
John Roberts


29 Aug 23 - 06:51 AM (#4180216)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: GUEST,Nick Dow

Thank you all for the support and kindness that has been shown to me. I have had messages from all over the English-speaking world. I will admit I was ready for retirement but my wife and so many others have persuaded me to carry on as best as I can.
I tried singing with guitar today 4 songs were enough before I felt I needed to stop. No doubt I'll get stronger.
I have had over 200 messages of support, and they mean a lot to me.
The NHS treatment I have received has been exemplary, and the diabetic nursing has been encouraging. The missed diagnoses of diabetes are being investigated, and decisions will be taken no doubt. (nuff said)
Meanwhile, I hope to be back driving soon, and back singing sometime in October. Thank you all again
Nick


29 Aug 23 - 06:51 AM (#4189667)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: GUEST,Nick Dow

Thank you all for the support and kindness that has been shown to me. I have had messages from all over the English-speaking world. I will admit I was ready for retirement but my wife and so many others have persuaded me to carry on as best as I can.
I tried singing with guitar today 4 songs were enough before I felt I needed to stop. No doubt I'll get stronger.
I have had over 200 messages of support, and they mean a lot to me.
The NHS treatment I have received has been exemplary, and the diabetic nursing has been encouraging. The missed diagnoses of diabetes are being investigated, and decisions will be taken no doubt. (nuff said)
Meanwhile, I hope to be back driving soon, and back singing sometime in October. Thank you all again
Nick


29 Aug 23 - 02:04 PM (#4189679)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: Big Al Whittle

Best of luck with whatever it is you decide to do. Meanwhile have a good rest and consolidate your progress. Its quite a vulnerable time.


29 Aug 23 - 02:04 PM (#4180252)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: Big Al Whittle

Best of luck with whatever it is you decide to do. Meanwhile have a good rest and consolidate your progress. Its quite a vulnerable time.


29 Aug 23 - 05:16 PM (#4180270)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: GUEST,Derek Schofield

All best wishes for a full recovery, Nick.
Derek Schofield


29 Aug 23 - 05:16 PM (#4189668)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: GUEST,Derek Schofield

All best wishes for a full recovery, Nick.
Derek Schofield


17 Oct 23 - 02:06 PM (#4189669)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: GUEST,Raggytash

Hi Nick, I hope you are well on the way to a full recovery and I've got something for you to occupy your "good" hours.

As you may be aware your email was hacked some time ago and I for one keep getting emails from "Nick Dow" which I presume contain spam or pornography.

Fortunately I have the wit to check email addresses before opening emails but recently they have been coming thick and fast.

Perhaps you could see if you could prevent them.

Cheers


17 Oct 23 - 02:06 PM (#4183855)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: GUEST,Raggytash

Hi Nick, I hope you are well on the way to a full recovery and I've got something for you to occupy your "good" hours.

As you may be aware your email was hacked some time ago and I for one keep getting emails from "Nick Dow" which I presume contain spam or pornography.

Fortunately I have the wit to check email addresses before opening emails but recently they have been coming thick and fast.

Perhaps you could see if you could prevent them.

Cheers


17 Oct 23 - 03:52 PM (#4183860)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: Stilly River Sage

I've seen that happen from a couple of friends, but I think the email addresses are spoofed - he may not have any way to address it. Just food for thought. (And I also hope he's feeling better - well enough to fuss with email!)


17 Oct 23 - 03:52 PM (#4189677)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: Stilly River Sage

I've seen that happen from a couple of friends, but I think the email addresses are spoofed - he may not have any way to address it. Just food for thought. (And I also hope he's feeling better - well enough to fuss with email!)


17 Oct 23 - 04:34 PM (#4183864)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: FreddyHeadey

re: unwanted emails
There might be some tips here
https://mudcat.org/thread.cfm?threadid=172800


17 Oct 23 - 04:34 PM (#4189685)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: FreddyHeadey

re: unwanted emails
There might be some tips here
https://mudcat.org/thread.cfm?threadid=172800


18 Oct 23 - 01:48 PM (#4189684)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: Steve Gardham

I get regular emails from Nick, all kosher!


18 Oct 23 - 01:48 PM (#4183927)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: Steve Gardham

I get regular emails from Nick, all kosher!


18 Oct 23 - 02:12 PM (#4183928)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: GUEST,Keith Price

We're looking forward to seeing and hearing Nick tomorrow at
the 'New Everyman Folk Club' Liverpool.
Anyone who can make it, will be warmly welcomed and entertained in
Nick's usual manner.

Aigburth Cricket & Bowls Club
Southwood Road
St Michaels
L17 7BQ

7:30pm start.


18 Oct 23 - 02:12 PM (#4189670)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: GUEST,Keith Price

We're looking forward to seeing and hearing Nick tomorrow at
the 'New Everyman Folk Club' Liverpool.
Anyone who can make it, will be warmly welcomed and entertained in
Nick's usual manner.

Aigburth Cricket & Bowls Club
Southwood Road
St Michaels
L17 7BQ

7:30pm start.


19 Oct 23 - 07:05 PM (#4184040)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: Sol

Here's hoping Nick has a speedy recovery.


19 Oct 23 - 07:05 PM (#4189686)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: Sol

Here's hoping Nick has a speedy recovery.


19 Oct 23 - 07:13 PM (#4184045)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: GUEST,Keith Price

He's well on the way Sol.
He did an excellent gig tonight at the 'New Everyman Folk Club' Liverpool UK.
His first full booking since the heart attack, and didn't he do well.


19 Oct 23 - 07:13 PM (#4189671)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: GUEST,Keith Price

He's well on the way Sol.
He did an excellent gig tonight at the 'New Everyman Folk Club' Liverpool UK.
His first full booking since the heart attack, and didn't he do well.


19 Oct 23 - 08:14 PM (#4189672)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: GUEST,Nick Dow

I loved It! Thank you all for making me so welcome.


19 Oct 23 - 08:14 PM (#4184057)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: GUEST,Nick Dow

I loved It! Thank you all for making me so welcome.


20 Oct 23 - 02:49 AM (#4184066)
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From: GUEST,RJM

Well Done


20 Oct 23 - 02:49 AM (#4189673)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: GUEST,RJM

Well Done


20 Oct 23 - 03:46 AM (#4189681)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: Hagman

Is it time to change the title of this thread to "Nick Dow is Feeling a Whole Lot Better"? It's still a bit alarming when it appears on the list.... :-)

And great to hear that you ARE in fact feeling a whole lot better, Nick!


20 Oct 23 - 03:46 AM (#4184068)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: Hagman

Is it time to change the title of this thread to "Nick Dow is Feeling a Whole Lot Better"? It's still a bit alarming when it appears on the list.... :-)

And great to hear that you ARE in fact feeling a whole lot better, Nick!


20 Oct 23 - 04:17 AM (#4184071)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: GUEST,Nick Dow

Yes, you might have a point there! Thanks, I feel much better and have lost over a stone in weight so far. (Fear is a great motivator!)


20 Oct 23 - 04:17 AM (#4189674)
Subject: RE: Nick Dow has had a heart attack
From: GUEST,Nick Dow

Yes, you might have a point there! Thanks, I feel much better and have lost over a stone in weight so far. (Fear is a great motivator!)