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University of Oxford | Dr Gillian Douglas

Oxford researchers are uncovering how a newly-discovered gene relates to heart disease. Studies of the human genome have spotlighted a new gene that raises the risk of coronary heart disease. The gene has been named JCAD and, with BHF fu...

We give our reaction to the long-awaited elective care recovery plan published today, which outlines how the NHS in England will aim to tackle waiting lists over the next three years.

RESEARCH

University of Leeds | Professor Helen Philippou

Dr Helen Philippou and her team at the University of Leeds are looking for new ways to protect people who are diagnosed with heart and circulatory disease from developing further blood clots. Currently they receive an anti-platelet drug and...

We work hard to protect heart health and secure better services for heart patients across Northern Ireland working in partnership with key decision makers, individuals and organisations. And with your help, we can do more.

Genetic and environmental factors have been found to cause the heart to become stiff, which can lead to heart disease and heart failure, according to research we’ve funded and published in the journal Nature Cardiovascular Research.

It might be cold outside, but there’s never been a better time to go for a walk. It’s a great way to get healthier and feel happier.

After the rapid development of a Framework in response to the Covid-19 pandemic, research leaders have selected six National Flagship Projects.

Drugs which target white blood cells and stabilise atherosclerotic plaques could be used to help prevent strokes, according to research presented today at the British Cardiovascular Society conference.

Grandparents Jeanette and Richard Rosser talk to us about the challenges of raising two children who both have an inherited heart condition. Find out more.