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When does our heart first start to beat?
Until now, scientists thought that the first time our heart muscle beat was around day 21 of a human pregnancy but new research suggests otherwise.
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Understanding why a hole in the heart increase risk of irregular heart rhythmsKing's College London | Professor Mark O Neill
Some babies are born with a hole in the wall between the two top chambers of their heart. This is known as an atrial septal defect (ASD). The hearts of people with ASDs often become stiffer through a process called fibrosis, which can lead ...
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A blood test could reveal those most at risk from genetic heart condition
A simple blood test could help to forecast future risk for people living with a serious condition, according to research funded by us.
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Weight loss plateau: why have I stopped losing weight?
Why does weight loss plateau? Find out why weight loss tends to stabilise at a slower rate after the first few weeks and what you can do about it.
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$55m for global research team to transform diagnosis and treatment of ‘invisible’ heart condition
An international team of researchers has been announced to lead a major new global research programme aiming to accelerate improvements in women’s heart health.
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PoTS: what is postural tachycardia syndrome?
Professor Lesley Kavi explains PoTS, a condition that can make you feel dizzy and increase your heart rate after sitting or standing.
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Peripheral arterial disease - Nordic pole walking
The BHF funded research to find out whether walking with Nordic poles could help people with peripheral arterial disease exercise more easily.
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Understanding the damage diabetes causes to the bone marrowUniversity of Bristol | Professor Paolo Madeddu
People with diabetes have a higher chance of developing heart failure, dementia, and suffering heart attacks and strokes, compared to people without diabetes. The exact reasons for this are unknown, but researchers know that circulatory pro...
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Travel insurance with a heart or circulatory condition
Buying travel insurance with a heart and circulatory condition can be difficult and confusing. We can help you find the best insurance for you.