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High blood sugar levels 'reprogramme' stem cells
BHF funded researchers researchers at the University of Oxford think they have solved the mystery of why people with diabetes have a sustained increase in their risk of having a heart attack, even when their blood sugar levels return to normal. They found that high blood sugar ‘reprogrammes’ stem cells, making the white blood cells that develop from them more inflammatory. This makes atherosclerosis (fatty plaques in the arteries) worse – atherosclerosis is a leading cause of heart attacks.
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How I reduced my cholesterol: Puloma’s story
Puloma shares how she reduced her cholesterol through small but consistent changes to her diet and lifestyle. She offers tips for others looking to do the same.
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Breaking down blood clots – understanding the structural basis of thrombin formation and functionUniversity of Cambridge | Professor James Huntington
Blood clotting prevents uncontrolled bleeding; however, clots can prove lethal when they form inside arteries or veins. Heart attacks and stroke occur when a clot (thrombosis) forms in an artery leading to the heart or brain and prevents bl...
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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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“I felt invincible – then I needed heart surgery in my fifties.”
Having heart surgery taught Jason Doyle to slow down and appreciate life. Read his story.
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What controls the production of new platelets involved in blood clotting?University of Cambridge | Dr Marloes Tijssen
Coronary heart disease is the UK’s single biggest killer. One of the main contributors is thrombosis – a serious condition that can develop when a blood vessel becomes damaged and small blood cells called platelets stick to the damaged area...
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BHF science helped keep me alive: Robin’s story
BHF-funded research saved Dr Robin Chung’s life and inspired his career as a cardiologist. Read his inspiring story.
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Pea and mint soupSoup, Serves: 2, Prep time: 15
This delicious pea soup, flavoured with fresh mint, is so easy to make.
