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  • Lives at risk due to 50% drop in heart attack A&E attendances

    People suffering heart attacks during the coronavirus outbreak may be putting their lives at risk by delaying seeking medical. New data from hospitals across England show that the number of people seen in hospital with a suspected heart attack has halved since the beginning of March. We are urging anyone who experiences heart attack symptoms to seek medical help immediately by calling 999.

  • 18 tips for healthy meals in a hurry

    Looking for comfort food, but no time to cook? We present top tips for healthy meals in a hurry. Find out more.

  • Can I still drive if I have a heart condition?

    Having a heart condition might stop you from driving for a while. Claire Shaw explains why, and looks at the impact not being able to drive can have on your life.

  • Scientists reveal the way blood clots reduce the chance of infection

    New research that we've part-funded has identified the way nature creates its own plaster to try and prevent bacteria and other micro-organisms from penetrating open wounds.

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    A cell skeleton that makes platelets sticky

    University of Birmingham | Dr Steven Thomas

    Dr Steven Thomas and his colleagues at the University of Birmingham are studying platelets, the small cells in the blood that respond to blood vessel damage by sticking to the vessel wall and to each other to form a blood clot and stop blee...

  • Mental health and your heart

    Looking after yourself can be tough when you’re living with a mental health problem. By taking small steps towards a healthier lifestyle, you can improve your overall health and feel better.

  • Why wasn’t I told to take antibiotics before my dental treatment?

    Our expert responds to a reader with a heart valve problem, concerned about antibiotics and dental treatment.

  • Professor Manuel Mayr

    Professor Manuel Mayr's team are using the large-scale study of proteins to help us understand who is at risk of a heart attack or stroke.

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    Finding new ways to restore blood flow to the heart

    University of Leicester | Professor Anthony Gershlick

    Total blockage of a coronary artery, or chronic total occlusion (CTO), causes painful angina. Around 30 per cent of people with CTO cannot be adequately treated by current therapy. Professor Anthony Gershlick from the University of Leiceste...

  • Video: Taking to the air despite heart problems

    Heart rhythm problems left Andrew McDonald feeling low. But a lifelong dream of flying a Spitfire helped him get off the ground. Read more.