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The role of R-SPONDIN3 in the regulation of human body shape and susceptibility to cardiovascular diseaseUniversity of Oxford | Professor Fredrik Karpe
Obesity is a major risk factor for the development of cardiovascular disease. People who are overweight due to fat deposition around the abdomen (so-called ‘apple-shaped’ individuals) seem to have a higher risk of heart disease than those w...
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Focus on: Blood transfusions
Blood transfusions can be live-saving. Professor Gavin Murphy tells us why you would need a blood transfusion and what the benefits of a blood transfusion are.
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The British Regional Heart Study – heart disease and disability in later lifeUniversity College London | Professor Sasiwarang Goya Wannamethee
This is the next instalment of a vital four-decade study of heart health in British men. Despite the fact that we have an ageing population, the elderly have been under-represented in studies of heart and circulatory diseases. This means w...
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Using the largest ever research database to study the link between bone and heart healthQueen Mary, University of London | Professor Dr Steffen Petersen
Osteoporosis is a condition resulting in weak and brittle bones that are more likely to break. It is common in the elderly, affecting over 3 million people in the UK, according to the National Osteoporosis Society. Heart disease and osteopo...
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BHF throws support behind air pollution measures in capital
TfL has announced additional monitoring cameras that will expand the ULEZ.
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Scientists discover possible explanation for mysterious Takotsubo syndrome
Two molecules linked to increased stress levels play a key role in the development of Takotsubo syndrome, sometimes known as broken heart syndrome, according to research funded by us.
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Smoking
Stopping smoking is the single most important step you can take to protect the health of your heart. Find out more about how smoking affects your heart and what support you can get to quit.
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Focus on: Heart attacks
Every five minutes, someone in the UK has a heart attack. We explain all you need to know about a heart attack including the causes, symptoms and effects.
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How our research helped get Brian back on his bike
Brian Cookson OBE was one of 106 men who took part in a study we funded investigating the impact of heart scarring on veteran male athletes. He had an ICD fitted after his heart started beating dangerously fast while training on his bike.
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Improving care for patients with congenital heart disease, from birth to adulthood
We’ve supported crucial breakthroughs that have improved the care for patients with congenital heart disease, from birth to adulthood.