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Scientists in Leeds, funded by the British Heart Foundation, are to study the structure of blood clots, to help prevent heart attacks and improve treatment.

In 2018, Matt Pohlson, CEO of Omaze – one of BHF’s charity partners – began to experience pain and swelling in his stomach. This extreme physical stress triggered a heart condition called takotsubo cardiomyopathy, which left him fighting for his life.

A Tesco fundraising appeal has raised £1 million for the BHF's life saving work in just two weeks

RESEARCH

University College London | Professor James Moon

In this fellowship, Professor James Moon and colleagues are developing a new imaging tool to detect amyloid protein in the heart. This may allow clinical trials of new drugs to treat the condition. Amyloidosis is a serious disease cause...

Find out our top tips for staying well and warm this winter, and how to look after your heart as the weather cools down.

The number of people living with atrial fibrillation – a dangerous heart rhythm condition and a major cause of stroke – has increased by 72 per cent in England over the last two decades, according to research we've funded.

A group of ten of BHF colleagues have completed a 1220 mile challenge taking them virtually from London to Lithuania in a bid to improve their physical and mental wellbeing. To mark the momentous last mile of their challenge they were joined by staff and supporters from the Lithuanian Heart Association.

Music lovers across the nation will be able to learn some lifesaving skills while listening to their favourite tunes thanks to our innovative new campaign.

Matthew and Patricia volunteer together as a family to fund life saving research in inherited heart conditions.

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.