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RESEARCH
The link between high blood pressure and a protein called apelinUniversity of Bristol | Dr Anne Marie O Carroll
Dr Anne-Marie O’Carroll is studying a protein called apelin to work out what role it plays in high blood pressure. High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a major health problem but we don’t fully understand what causes it. Recently the...
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World Heart Day: Mother who lost 8-week-old son shares story to inspire heart research funding
An inspirational mum from Merthyr Tydfil whose son tragically passed away at eight weeks old due to a heart condition will take on the Cardiff Half Marathon this weekend to raise funds for the BHF.
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Report calls for action to tackle falling numbers of clinical researchers
A new report is calling for urgent action to address falling numbers of clinical researchers. Professor Bryan Williams, our Chief Scientific and Medical Officer, contributed to the report.
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Can a mobile phone interfere with my pacemaker or ICD?
Some mobile phones can interfere with ICDs and pacemakers. Hear from Cardiac Nurse Chloe MacArthur about what to watch out for.
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Nancy's story - research revealed a hidden killer in the family
Cathie and Nancy's story starts with a death in the family. Their youngest sister, Dora, died of a cardiac arrest when she was 26. Nearly ten years later they found out why.
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EVENT
Thames Bridges Trek
Date
12 September 2026
Location
Putney Bridge to Tower Bridge
Challenge yourself to the Thames Bridges Trek and take on a 25km or 10km walk across London
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RESEARCH
What tips the balance to cause inflammation in atrial fibrillation?St George's, University of London | Dr Ingrid Dumitriu
Atrial fibrillation (AF) is the most common form of irregular heart rhythm, affecting more than a million people in the UK. AF interferes with the pumping action of the heart in a way that makes blood clots more likely to form, which can ca...
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Fat round your middle could be most harmful to blood pressure, say researchers
Where you carry excess weight on your body may increase your risk of high blood pressure.
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Embedding DORA: improving how a research track record is considered in BHF funding decisions
In line with DORA and towards our goal of embedding a greater appreciation of the value of all research outputs, in January 2025 BHF is amending how we ask applicants to describe their track record in research funding applications.
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Negative news stories about statins linked to people discontinuing treatment
Negative news stories about statins are linked to some people choosing to discontinue their statin treatment, which is associated with an increased risk of heart attacks and dying from heart disease, according to research.