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Algae could prevent limb amputation
A new algae-based treatment could reduce the need for amputation in people with critical limb ischaemia, according to new research funded by the British Heart Foundation.
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Echocardiogram
This page describes what an echocardiogram (or echo) is, what happens during an echo and the different types of echo test that you might have.
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Pacemakers
A pacemaker is a small device that can treat some abnormal heart rhythms (arrhythmias). Find out what it looks like, how it works and how it's fitted.
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RESEARCH
PEA-15: a potential new drug target to stop blood vessels from re-narrowing after surgeryUniversity of Aberdeen | Professor Graeme Nixon
When blood vessels in the heart become narrowed or blocked surgeons must resume blood flow to prevent a heart-attack from occurring. Either a metal coil, called a stent, is inserted to hold the vessel open and allow blood to flow through it...
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Walking and trekking FAQs
Walking and trekking FAQs
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BHF appoints Prof Bryan Williams as Chief Scientific and Medical Officer
We have appointed distinguished research leader and NHS Consultant Physician, Professor Bryan Williams, as our first Chief Scientific and Medical Officer.
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EVENT
Kew Gardens 10K
Date
28 March 2026
Location
Kew Gardens, London
Take part in Kew The Run in Kew Gardens. Join the BHF team today and fundraise for life-saving research.
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RESEARCH
Studying cells in the aorta, towards a treatment for abdominal aortic aneurysmUniversity of Leeds | Dr Marc Bailey
Abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is a condition in which the main artery in the body balloons and eventually ruptures. There may be no warning that an aorta is about to rupture. A ruptured AAA is often fatal and the only treatment for a ball...
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BHF Scotland home stores reopen on April 5th
British Heart Foundation Scotland home stores reopen following lockdown