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How blood factors work together to prevent clottingImperial College London | Dr Josefin Ahnstrom
Dr Josefin Ahnstrom and colleagues at Imperial College London have been awarded a 3-year grant to investigate the components that prevent blood from clotting, including Tissue Factor Pathway Inhibitor (TFPI), protein S and factor V. They ai...
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Understanding how lipids in the blood influence the growth of abdominal aneurysmsCardiff University | Professor Valerie O'Donnell
An abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is a swelling in the aorta, the main blood vessel that runs from the heart down through the chest and abdomen. People with AAA are often monitored to see if the swelling gets bigger, when they will need su...
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September is the new January. Take on our Declutter challenge
As the seasons change, schools return, and we introduce a new Prime Minister, September is a time to welcome fresh starts. This autumn, we are encouraging people everywhere to take on our Declutter challenge by donating preloved items and help fund lifesaving research.
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Finding a way to get more people with heart failure to start cardiac rehabilitationUniversity of Leicester | Professor Sally Singh
Heart failure means that the heart is unable to pump enough blood around the body to keep a person fit and well. Symptoms include shortness of breath, tiredness, leg swelling, and difficulty being active. Heart failure is a lifelong conditi...
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Leeds researcher secures new funding to explore treatments for damaged hearts
Scientists we fund at the University of Leeds are to explore how to repair the damage caused by a heart attack. Dr Andrew Smith and his colleagues have been awarded £97,000 to investigate how to grow new blood vessels by ‘turning on’ stem cells in the heart.
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Reasons to have a clear out
From saving lives to helping the environment, donating your preloved items can do a world of good. Here are a few reasons to help get you motivated.
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Higher statins dose and proper adherence would prevent thousands of heart attacks and strokes
New research suggests that proper adherence to stains and higher doses for those at high risk would prevent thousands of heart attacks and strokes
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Understanding how neuropeptide-Y affects the heartUniversity of Oxford | Professor Neil Herring
The speed and strength of the heartbeat can be increased by a group of nerves that work by releasing a chemical called norepinephrine, a neurotransmitter. Whilst norepinephrine is useful in healthy individuals during exercise, it can trigge...
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Sweet and smoky barbecue rubSauce/dressing, Serves: 4, Prep time: 10
Jazz up your barbecue with our sweet and smoky rub, perfect on burgers, vegetables or fish.
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Atrial septal defect
Learn more about atrial septal defects including the types, what causes them, treatments, and how to live with one.