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TAVI (Transcatheter aortic valve implantation)
Trusted info from the British Heart Foundation on what is TAVI and whether TAVI is the right procedure for you. Plus, tips for preparing for and recovering from TAVI.
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Stroke - causes, signs and symptoms
A stroke happens when the blood supply to part of your brain is cut off, causing your brain cells to become damaged or die. Find out more about stroke and heart and circulatory disease.
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RESEARCH
Developing new tracers that detect low oxygen levelsKing's College London | Dr Richard Southworth
Dr Richard Southworth and his team at King’s College London are studying new radioactive tracers that could help doctors diagnose heart disease earlier. When the blood supply to the heart is restricted by narrowed or blocked arteries, tiss...
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“There were 24 ambulances queuing up”
Glynn Evans talks about his 18-hour wait to get into A&E following a heart attack.
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PUBLICATION
Support for your Group - FactsheetInformation Sheet, 4 pages, published on 01/09/2010
'Support for your group' provides information about the services and resources that can help Heart Support Groups and their members.
This publication is only available to download or view online
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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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RESEARCH
Studying how blood vessels in the womb adapt in pregnancy to supply the growing babySt George's, University of London | Professor Guy Whitley
The placenta acts as a baby’s lungs and stomach while in the womb, supplying food and oxygen from the mother’s blood. Early in pregnancy the blood vessels to the womb change in structure and increase in size to supply enough blood to the gr...
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The best healthy pancake recipes
We've got three delicious and heart-healthy pancake ideas to help you enjoy Shrove Tuesday without harming your heart.
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Sleep hygiene
Deputy CEO of The Sleep Charity, Lisa Artis, says quality sleep is essential for heart health and warns that everyday habits like irregular bedtimes and screen-time before bed can stop you getting the best rest.
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Holidays and travel
More information about holidays and travel with a heart condition. Learn about whether it's safe for you to go on holiday, whether you can travel to very hot or cold climates or high altitudes, getting to your destination, whether you can travel by air, whether it's safe to walk through airport security, and if you're at risk of DVT.