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The link between sleep problems and heart diseaseUniversity College London | Professor Andrew Steptoe
BHF Professor Andrew Steptoe and Professor Mika Kivimaki from University College London are trying to understand the link between sleep problems and the risk of heart disease. There is an association between these, but it is not known wheth...
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Dietary fat affects blood vessel function in high blood pressureUniversity of Edinburgh | Professor Michael Shipston
People with high blood pressure are at higher risk of heart and circulatory disease. High blood pressure can arise as a result of blood vessels losing their elasticity, meaning that blood vessels cannot expand and contract as effectively to...
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How does a molecule called ATP prevent dangerous calcium build up in blood vessels?Royal Veterinary College, University of London | Dr Isabel Orriss
Dr Isabel Orriss is studying a process called calcification, when bone-like deposits of a mineral called calcium phosphate build up in the arteries, heart valves and heart muscle tissue. Calcification often occurs in people with diabet...
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Understanding artery health and ageing – part of the Whitehall II studyUniversity College London | Professor Eric Brunner
In 1985 a major research study was launched, with the ambition of investigating the causes of social inequalities in health. The study, called Whitehall II, recruited 10,308 London civil servants aged 35- 55 and has followed them up with re...
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Could the fatty acid DGLA protect against atherosclerosis?Cardiff University | Professor Dipak Ramji
Dr Dipak Ramji and colleagues at Cardiff University are studying atherosclerosis, a condition where arteries build up with fatty deposits and narrow, leading to serious problems such as heart attacks and strokes. Despite better treatments t...
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Understanding how NPP1 works to prevent artery calcificationUniversity of Edinburgh | Dr Vicky MacRae
Heart and circulatory diseases are common complications of people with kidney disease. This is mainly due to a build-up of bone-like deposits in their arteries – causing them to stiffen and narrow. This is called calcification and can lead...
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Addressing global gaps in knowledge about blood pressure treatmentUniversity of Oxford | Professor Kazem Rahimi
Advances in research have shown that reducing high blood pressure with medicines can prevent heart disease and stroke. But there remain several gaps in our knowledge, including how blood pressure treatment affects other health issues, and w...
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Focus on: Stroke and carotid artery disease
Carotid artery disease is a common cause of stroke. What is it? What are the possible effects? How would you know if you had it? Find out more.
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Supporting someone through the 3 stages of vascular dementia
Get practical tips and emotional strategies to help as vascular dementia progresses with Dementia UK Admiral Nurse Kensa Morgan.
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Adult congenital heart disease and pregnancy
If you’re living with a congenital heart disease, your pregnancy will be considered more of a risk. That’s why you must speak to a healthcare professional about starting a family. Find out what we advise for a safe pregnancy.