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Simon Gillespie to retire from the British Heart Foundation
Today we announce that our chief executive, Simon Gillespie, will be retiring from the charity at the end of December after almost seven years.
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RESEARCH
A tug of war to help new blood vessels growUniversity of East Anglia | Dr Stephen Robinson
Dr Stephen Robinson studies how cells that form the inner lining of blood vessels, endothelial cells, interact with their environment. This process may affect how they are involved in angiogenesis, the growth of new blood vessels. Angiog...
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Can you tell me more about Sneddon syndrome?
Our expert explains what Sneddon syndrome is, symptoms, treatment, and whether this can cause a stroke.
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What is a PET scan?
Find what PET scans are used for, what’s involved, and what they will tell your doctor.
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RESEARCH
Using a patient’s own cells to treat diabetic circulation problemsUniversity of Leeds | Dr Richard Cubbon
Type 2 diabetes affects more than 1 million people in the UK, most of who are unable to control their blood sugar because they don’t respond to the hormone insulin. This is called ‘insulin resistance’, and can damage blood vessels, leading ...
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Paul on working to make St Agnes a safer place
When he learned St Agnes in Cornwall had just 10 defibrillators, local paramedic Paul helped set up a defibrillator network to make the community safer.
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PUBLICATION
Health at Work - how to hold a launch eventInformation Sheet, 3 pages, published on 01/04/2012
Holding a launch event is an excellent way to promote new and existing health initiatives to employers and employees. Use this guide to find out more and get inspired.
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Showhome with a difference
A ‘rent to buy’ property in Bishop Auckland, County Durham has been given a stylish makeover with a twist. Every item has been carefully selected by interior design company, Stanza Style and purchased secondhand from our stores.
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RESEARCH
Does a protein called Brn-3b help to protect blood vessels from damage?University College London | Dr Vishwanie Budhram-Mahadeo
Dr Vishwanie Budhram Mahadeo and her team at University College London are working out what keeps blood vessels healthy and could prevent against disease. High blood pressure, or hypertension, is associated with ageing, diabetes and obesit...
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Work and a heart condition
Whether you’re thinking of telling your employer about your condition, or you’re returning to work after a major event like surgery or a heart attack, it’s normal to feel worried. We have advice to help you during this difficult time.