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Linking the mother's immune system to heart function during pre-eclampsiaQueen Mary, University of London | Dr Suchita Nadkarni
Pre-eclampsia is a common condition that occurs during pregnancy. It is a leading cause of death in mothers and unborn babies worldwide. Women with pre-eclampsia have abnormal heart function during pregnancy and a high risk of developing h...
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Understanding how a genetic defect causes fatal heart rhythm conditionsUniversity of Bristol | Professor Jules Hancox
Short QT syndrome (SQTS) is a life-threatening condition that causes disturbances to the normal heart rhythm (arrhythmias). It occurs because of defects in molecules called ion channels which normally ensure the heart’s electrical activity ...
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Breakthrough blood test to improve diagnosis of heart attacks
Researchers have developed a new blood test to diagnose heart attacks, thanks to BHF-funding. The study found that the new test is more sensitive and quicker in detecting heart damage than the current troponin test.
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Alternative ways to treat pulmonary hypertensionImperial College London | Professor Ian Adcock
Pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) is abnormally high blood pressure in the arteries carrying blood to the lungs, causing damage to the right side of the heart. Symptoms include breathlessness or tiredness. The condition can lead to deat...
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Statins debate linked to rise in patients stopping treatment
Research has shown that media coverage on statins has led to an increase in patients stopping taking their medications.
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How to improve detection of atrial fibrillation with fitness bands and smart watchesUniversity of Cambridge | Dr Peter Charlton
Atrial fibrillation (AF) is a condition that causes irregular beating of the upper chambers of the heart. It increases the risk of stroke because a blood clot is more likely to form inside the heart and travel to the brain. AF is undiagnose...
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New research in Birmingham to study smallest vessels of the heart
Researchers at the University of Birmingham have been awarded £153,000 to study the damage to the smallest vessels of the heart following a heart attack.
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Should you eat a rainbow of fruits and vegetables?
Colourful plates of food are appealing, but are they healthy? We explain the health benefits of different fruits and vegetables. Read more.
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Developing new approaches to correct blood pressure control in the brainUniversity of Bristol | Dr Anja G Teschemacher
Nearly one third of UK adults have high blood pressure (hypertension), which leaves people at up to three times the risk of heart disease and stroke. In many cases the cause of high blood pressure is not known, but it is clear that the cont...