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RESEARCH
Can we prevent anti-cancer drugs damaging the heart?University of Oxford | Dr Kerstin Timm
BHF Immediate Postdoctoral Basic Science Research Fellow Dr Kerstin Timm is finding out how an anti-cancer drug called doxorubicin damages the heart, and if we can prevent this damage. Doxorubicin has significantly increased survival ra...
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Uncovering a new target for medicines that could treat heart failureQueen Mary, University of London | Professor Roger Corder
Endothelin-1 is a chemical compound that can cause blood vessels to constrict. This can lead to high blood pressure and worsen the symptoms of heart failure, a debilitating condition where the heart is unable to meet the body’s demands. Hea...
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Salt in soluble paracetamol linked to increased risk of heart attack and stroke
Researchers have found links between regular use of paracetamol that contains sodium and an increased risk of heart attack, stroke, heart failure and dying.
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Investigating the effects of new cancer treatments on the heart and the role of the BRaf proteinUniversity of Reading | Professor Angela Clerk
Cancer is a common disease and many patients are given powerful anticancer drugs in order to combat it. However, little is known about the other effects these drugs have on the body, particularly the heart and circulatory system. This labor...
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Life expectancy is lower in people with history of diabetes, stroke and heart attack
BHF-funded researchers at the University of Cambridge have shown that people with a history of two or more conditions - including heart attack, diabetes and stroke - have a significantly reduced life expectancy
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Harnessing the natural regenerative properties of the heart to repair damage after injuryUniversity of Oxford | Professor Paul Riley
The epicardium is the outside layer of the heart. It is made up of cells that are essential for normal heart development. If these cells could be switched on in adults who have sustained a heart injury, it may be possible to encourage heart...
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For all your heart questions - big or smallBooklet, published on 16/12/2024
Get information on how to reach British Health Foundation for answers to all your heart health questions.
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Thousands of heart failure patients may have missed out on treatment
Concerns patients becoming ‘invisible to the system’ as they struggle to access care in the pandemic.
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Life insurance with a heart or circulatory condition
Buying life insurance can be difficult if you have a heart or circulatory condition. Learn what life insurance is, how it works, where to find it and more.