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Screen time rises as lockdown makes exercise difficult for many
Olympic legend Roger Black and the BHF urge people to get active as lockdown lifts by taking on My Step Challenge
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Which Interleukin-1 form is more important in atherosclerosis?University of Sheffield | Professor Sheila Francis
A partnership between Dr Sheila Francis at the University of Sheffield and Dr Emmanuel Pinteaux at the University of Manchester has been awarded nearly £300,000 over three years to investigate the role of interleukins in coronary heart dise...
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Dantrolene and VKII-86 as possible treatments for CPVT and other arrhythmiasUniversity of Manchester | Dr Luigi Venetucci
Calcium is vital for the function of our heart and it is fundamental to the control of our heartbeat. A protein called the ryanodine receptor is crucial in the process; it allows calcium to move to areas in the heart cell where it can be us...
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Essential information
Find all of the essential information you need to apply for a BHF research grant. The information should be read in conjunction with our Standard Conditions of Grant which contains standard terms all grants are subject to.
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Heart murmurs - causes, symptoms & treatment
A heart murmur is an unexpected or unusual sound in your heart. It is usually harmless, but sometimes relates to a problem with your heart.
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New antibody can unlock secrets of cholesterol
A new antibody, created by researchers we’ve funded, could help doctors to identify the fatty plaques in arteries that cause most heart attacks and strokes earlier.
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Government announces ‘landmark steps’ towards addressing UK obesity
The Prime Minister has today announced a range of 'landmark' measures to address obesity in the UK. We are encouraged to see this real show of commitment from the Government.
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Moderate physical activity affects heart shape and size - important for diagnosing heart conditions
Even moderate physical activity can affect the heart's size and shape according to a new study we helped to fund at the MRC Clinical Sciences Centre, Imperial College London. The findings could be important in preventing misdiagnosis of heart conditions, which can also cause changes in size and shape of the heart.
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What is warfarin and what does it do in your body?
Warfarin is the most widely prescribed anticoagulant in the UK. Find out why you might take it, possible side effects, and what else you need to know.
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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...