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Understanding the role of calcium in platelet activation and clottingUniversity of Birmingham | Dr Michael Tomlinson
Dr Michael Tomlinson from the University of Birmingham is particularly interested in the role of calcium in controlling platelet activity. Although platelets are vital in plugging a site of vessel injury to prevent bleeding, they can also f...
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BHF Cymru highlights the heart attack gender gap in Wales
This National Heart Month, we're calling for action to raise awareness of heart attacks in women in Wales and tackle the unconscious bias and systemic inequalities which leave them at a disadvantage at every stage of the heart disease journey. Heart attack is not just a male disease. BHF Cymru wants to encourage women to better understand their risk of a heart attack and its symptoms. We're calling on Welsh Government to address health inequalities and prevent women in Wales dying needlessly from heart disease.
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Eating too much salt is associated with risk of heart failure
Eating too much salt is associated with a doubled risk of heart failure, according to a 12-year study in more than 4,000 people presented today at the ESC Congress in Barcelona.
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Understanding coronary angioplasty and stents - large printBooklets, 64 pages, published on 21/07/2025
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Can we detect and treat hidden heart disease in people with COPD?University of Aberdeen | Professor Dana Dawson
Heart disease and the lung condition Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) often occur together. But often, people with COPD may not be aware that they have any heart problems. Beta blockers are often used to treat people with he...
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Heart and circulatory patients among millions on treatment waiting lists
The number of people waiting for NHS treatment could double to 10 million by the end of the year, according to a new report.
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Do eggs raise your risk of heart disease and death?
Eating more eggs has been linked to a higher risk of heart and circulatory disease and death, but is this the full picture?
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Understanding how neuropeptide-Y affects the heartUniversity of Oxford | Professor Neil Herring
The speed and strength of the heartbeat can be increased by a group of nerves that work by releasing a chemical called norepinephrine, a neurotransmitter. Whilst norepinephrine is useful in healthy individuals during exercise, it can trigge...
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BHF announced as charity partner for the AJ Bell Great Run Series
The British Heart Foundation (BHF) has been chosen as the official charity partner for the AJ Bell Great Run Series, which raises millions of pounds for charity every year and includes the largest half marathon in the world – the AJ Bell Great North Run.