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St George's, University of London | Dr Pia Ostergaard

As well as the circulatory system that transports blood around the body, we also have a second circulatory system called the lymphatic system. It is made up of a network of vessels carrying ‘lymph’ fluid containing protein, fats, water and ...

Knowing your real size is important. BHF Associate Medical Director Dr Mike Knapton tells Senior Cardiac Nurse Emily McGrath why.

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University of Leeds | Dr Richard Cubbon

Even with the best treatment, diabetes doubles the risk of life-threatening diseases, including heart attack and stroke, by damaging the lining of blood vessels. The body has some ability to repair this damage to blood vessels, but this is ...

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University of Reading | Professor Angela Clerk

Professor Angela Clerk is studying heart muscle cells and the genes that control how they increase in size, a process called hypertrophy. Hypertrophy happens when heart muscle cells have to work harder, for instance when a person has hig...

We've got three delicious and heart-healthy pancake ideas to help you enjoy Shrove Tuesday without harming your heart.

Tables showing how many deaths could be prevented across England

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University of Leeds | Dr Marc Bailey

An abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is a ballooning of the main blood vessel in the abdomen. Once an aneurysm develops it tends to grow over time with no symptoms, and if it bursts, it is usually fatal. The only treatment is surgery, but thi...

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Discover 9 recipes for wholesome, healthy winter meals. Plus, practical, cost-saving tips for winter food, from bulking out soups to using frozen veg.