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Genetic tool to predict adult heart attack risk in childhood
An international team of scientists we helped fund have developed a genetic tool that can spot someones risk of having a heart at as an adult much earlier in life.
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How your genes affect your heart attack risk
Our research has helped find ways to predict which people are at higher risk of heart attacks, and could lead to new treatments.
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The CVD Challenge in Scotland
Find out how together we can address high-risk conditions for CVD in Scotland to save lives and reduce NHS pressures.
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The CVD Challenge in Wales
Together we can address high-risk factors for cardiovascular disease in Wales to save lives and reduce NHS pressures.
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How healthy are your favourite sandwich fillings?
Learn more about the nutrition of your favourite sandwich fillings like white meat, red meat, fish, meat-alternatives, egg and cheese.
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Why everything you know about healthy eating is wrong
Do you really know what's healthy and what's not? Our expert nutritionist debunks 11 common myths - the truth might surprise you.
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How autoimmune disease affects your heart
Discover why autoimmune conditions like lupus and rheumatoid arthritis increase heart attack and stroke risk. Learn how you can protect your heart.
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“I didn’t understand how I could be diagnosed with type 2 diabetes when I was a fit and active 42-year-old"
Len Drane, from Treharris, thought he was a fit and healthy, rugby-playing, father-of-three when he had a heart attack playing golf in 2004.
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RESEARCH
Using Big Data to detect side effects of statins, for better informed prescribingUniversity of Oxford | Dr Christina Reith
Statins are medicines that lower cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes. These benefits have been proven in many clinical trials, including the BHF-funded Heart Protection Study. However, there is public concern...
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What are whole foods?
What are whole foods? Find out in our article on why you should consider adding more whole and unprocessed foods to your diet.