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Transposition of the great arteries (TGA) is a type of congenital heart disease, which means it’s something you’re born with. Learn more about transposition of the great arteries, including what it is, its symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, CCTGA and living with TGA.

Latest NHS England figures published today show that the number of people on cardiac waiting lists has risen to a record high of 396,743 at the end of June 2023 in England

The British Heart Foundation (BHF) has partnered with ITN Business to produce a programme that will shine a spotlight on our hearts this World Heart Day.

Heart attack symptoms are the same in women and men. Know the most common signs and what to do if this happens to you or someone you know.

Average ambulance response times for category 2 calls - which includes suspected heart attacks and strokes were 40 minutes in January 2024 in England.

We're funding a team of doctors and engineers to develop new virtual reality technology that creates a three-dimension, beating digital double of the heart. Using it to plan and practice congenital heart disease surgeries and procedures could help to shorten operations and reduce the need for multiple surgeries.

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University of Leeds | Dr Sarah C Calaghan

The ability of heart cells to sense stretching is essential for normal heart function, and allows the heart to pump more blood when it is needed, like during exercise. When cells are stretched too much and too often, the heart can change an...

Find out what to expect when you have heat valve repair surgery, including types of surgery, how to prepare, recovery and life after.