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Taking part in a BHF-funded clinical trial - TRED-HF
We funded a clinical trial which aimed to find out if it is safe for people with dilated cardiomyopathy, but without symptoms, to stop heart failure treatment. But what was it like to take part?
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First Group Leader announced at flagship vascular dementia research centre
Dr Rikesh Rajani is the first Group Leader appointed to the BHF-UK DRI Centre for Vascular Dementia Research. He will take up his new role from April.
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A trial evaluating 3T magnetic resonance imaging for diagnosing coronary heart diseaseUniversity of Leeds | Professor John Greenwood
Under current best clinical practice guidelines, people with suspected coronary heart disease (CHD) undergo diagnostic tests including imaging scans. For many this will include an invasive coronary angiogram where the doctor injects a dye d...
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MPs discuss urgent need to prevent further rise in cardiovascular disease deaths
We've released new analysis as MPs gathered in the House of Commons to discuss how to prevent a further rise in premature deaths from cardiovascular disease.
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How does interleukin-1 contribute to stroke damage?University of Manchester | Professor Stuart M Allan
When blood vessels feeding the brain become blocked because of furred up arteries (atherosclerosis) or a blood clot, a stroke occurs. The stroke is made worse by inflammation, when immune system cells invade the injured area and cause furth...
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Finding new ways to boost blood vessel regrowth after a heart attackQueen Mary, University of London | Professor Adrian Hobbs
After a heart attack, the growth of new blood vessels into the damaged area of the heart is essential to deliver the vital oxygen and nutrients required to repair and restore its function. Despite the important role of blood vessel cells in...
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Critical six-week window to reset blood pressure after giving birth
Lowering a hypertensive mother’s blood pressure within six weeks after giving birth could significantly cut their future risk of a heart attack or stroke, according to research we've funded.
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New research in Oxford could lead to improvements in recovery of stroke survivors
The University of Oxford has received £250,000 funding to investigate the no-reflow phenomenon, an issue that can dramatically impact the recovery of a stroke survivor.
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Targeting RNAs to prevent heart attacksUniversity of Edinburgh | Professor Andrew Howard Baker
When protein molecules are produced from genes contained within DNA, there is an intermediate molecule called RNA that, until recently, was thought to simply be there to produce the protein. Now, scientists know that there are hundreds of t...
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Can a BH4 supplement help prevent diabetic cardiomyopathy?University of Oxford | Dr Ricardo Carnicer Hijazo
BHF Intermediate Basic Science Research Fellow Dr Ricardo Carnicer is studying ways to treat diabetic cardiomyopathy. The condition is specific to people with diabetes and affects the pumping ability of heart muscle, which can lead to heart...