Heart health information in your language
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Audio heart health information
Sometimes it's easier to hear information, which is why we've created audio versions of some of our booklets and popular heart health webpages. Supported by MP3 media, just click the play button to listen.
Keep your heart healthy
This audiobook is a helpful summary of the risk factors of heart and circulatory diseases. It offers simple changes you can make to look after your heart health.
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Angina
We talk about the causes, symptoms and treatments for angina.
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Arrhythmias
We talk about the causes, symptoms and treatments for arrhythmia.
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High blood pressure
We talk about the causes, risk factors and treatments for high blood pressure.
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Diabetes
We talk about the causes, symptoms and treatments for diabetes.
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Electrocardiogram (ECG)
We talk about what happens during an ECG and common questions.
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Fats explained
We explain how much fat you should eat, the difference between saturated and unsaturated fats, and what fatty foods and oils are healthiest.
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Healthy eating
We list easy ways to eat a heart healthy diet to avoid heart and circulatory conditions.
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Heart attack
We talk about the signs, causes and treatments for a heart attack.
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Heart failure
We talk about the causes, symptoms and treatments for heart failure.
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High cholesterol
We talk about the signs of cholesterol, what your levels should be and how to lower your cholesterol.
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Holidays and travel
Learn about whether it's safe for you to go on holiday and other practical aspects.
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How cold weather effects your heart
We explain why the cold affects your heart and what you can do to look after your health.
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How to lower your cholesterol
We answer your questions about the best ways to lower your cholesterol, including simple food and exercise tips.
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Managing your weight
We explain small changes you can make to maintain a healthy weight.
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Obesity
We talk about the risks of obesity and what you can do to manage your weight.
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Sex and heart conditions
We answer your questions on having sex with a heart condition.
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Staying active
We list the benefits of exercise and easy ways to build it into your routine.
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Your heart rate
Your heart rate (also known as your pulse rate) is the number of times your heart beats per minute (bpm). Everyone’s heart rate is different and can change over time. Find out what a normal heart rate is.
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Salt
Eating too much salt may raise your blood pressure and increase your risk of getting heart and circulatory diseases like a heart attack or stroke. With some small changes, you can cut down on the amount of salt you eat and keep your heart healthy.
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Heart and circulatory conditions
Browse a list of heart condition information pages produced by BHF’s specialised team of professors, researchers, cardiologists and nurses.
Risk factors
Risk factors make you more likely to develop heart and circulatory diseases. The BHF has information to help you reduce them.