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University of Leeds | Professor Derek S Steele

In the cells of our body, day-to-day processes cause the creation of ‘reactive oxygen species’ (ROS) – toxic molecules that can cause damage to our cells. In the heart, excessive ROS production can cause dangerous irregular heart rhythms. ...

The European Society of Cardiology Congress, the worlds biggest heart conference, is over for another year. The past few days have seen thousands of scientists gather in Amsterdam to share the worlds latest leading research into heart and circulatory diseases.

Data has been brought together across prevention, treatment and outcomes by levels of deprivation in England, outlining health inequalities.

RESEARCH

King's College London | Professor Philip Chowienczyk

As we age, the composition of our arteries changes, leading to what researchers and clinicians call ‘stiffening’. This change can cause damaging effects that can increase blood pressure. Over time, this can lead to heart and circulatory dis...

Tesco Health Charity Partnership launches new appeal in September to help fund our life saving work

The Leader of the Labour Party, Sir Keir Starmer, has today announced an ambition to reduce deaths from heart attack and stroke by 25 per cent over the next decade if his party is elected to Government.

Rachel Boothroyd was working as a successful lawyer in the city when she felt something was wrong with her body. "I thought heart disease was a risk I could manage – I don’t drink, I don’t smoke, and I watch what I eat. I thought I could stay on top of it, but heart disease came into my life as it does for so many people. It’s one of the biggest killers in the UK."

Discover 25 herbs and spices that are wonderful alternatives to salt and sugar. Take your cooking to a new level while keeping your heart healthy.

EVENT

Date

6 September 2026

Location

Tower Bridge, London

Run half the London Marathon course in reverse and soak up the amazing atmosphere the event has to offer