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New research we've funded shows that people at high risk of having a stroke due to their genetics can still substantially lower their stroke risk by adopting a healthy lifestyle.

Don't let a few extra pounds become a bigger problem. If you've put on weight during a holiday or over Christmas then try these 12 quick tips to get yourself back on track.

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University of Oxford | Dr Pawel Swietach

Heart failure reduces the pumping function of the heart, which can make even basic exercise almost impossible, disturb heart rhythm and shorten life expectancy. Researchers are trying to understand what controls the normal synchronised cont...

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University College London | Dr Srijita Sen Chowdhry

Arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy (ARVC) is an inherited heart muscle disease, where heart muscle can be replaced by fibrous fatty tissue. It is thought to affect at least 1 in 1000 people. Many people have a mild form of ARV...

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Medical Research Council | Mr. Unknown UKCRC Public Health Research Centres of Excellence

The British Heart Foundation is part of a consortium of funders that are renewing their support or five Centres of Excellence in Public Health Research, based in Newcastle, Cardiff, Belfast, Cambridge and Nottingham. The Centres of Excel...

Lifesavers, heart patients and the Mayor of London amongst the thousands pedalling for research on the 48th London to Brighton Bike Ride for the BHF

Read our 4 useful tips to help you deal with turbulent times, with practical advice from a psychology expert and Heart Matters readers.

Our short animation explains all about angina - learn what causes it, the differences between types of angina, and the best ways to manage your angina.

Ever wondered why heart and kidney diseases happen at the same time? A consultant cardiologist talks about how our vital organs interact.

Get our quick guide to treatments for coronary heart and circulatory disease like angioplasty and bypass surgery, what they involve and how long they last.