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We’re among nine organisations who together are awarding more than £70 million funding to Health Data UK (HDR UK) for the next five years.

The ‘fat but fit’ paradox – where some people who are overweight have a seemingly healthy metabolism – may be explained by a good blood supply to their fat cells, according to new research we funded. The findings suggest that encouraging the growth of new blood vessels in fat could offer some protection against heart attacks and strokes.

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University College London | Dr Charlotte Manisty

Supervised by Dr Charlotte Manisty, this Clinical Research Training Fellow is working out why some people develop excessively thick heart muscle in response to stress, putting them at risk of heart failure. When subjected to stresses, fo...

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Queen Mary, University of London | Professor Federica Marelli Berg

Coronary heart disease (CHD) can be caused by the inappropriate behaviour of T cells—a type of immune cell. Although T cells help us fight infection, sometimes their action on the heart and blood vessels is unwanted. T cells can contr...

Our report highlights health disparities in cardiovascular diseases and identifies both strengths and areas for improvement in Northern Ireland’s health system.

Dive into the latest research on what happens to your heart when it’s cold, how cold it needs to be, and for how long afterwards you’re at risk.

Find out why drinking too much alcohol can have a serious impact on your heart.

Excess body fat could put your health at risk. Senior BHF Dietitian Tracy Parker explains how to measure and calculate your body fat step-by-step.

The media is awash with claims about the best ways to lose weight, but do any of these diet plans provide a healthy balance? We debunk fad diets.

The BHF funded research to find out whether walking with Nordic poles could help people with peripheral arterial disease exercise more easily.