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Revealing how heart cells detect stretchUniversity of Leeds | Dr Sarah C Calaghan
The ability of heart cells to sense stretching is essential for normal heart function, and allows the heart to pump more blood when it is needed, like during exercise. When cells are stretched too much and too often, the heart can change an...
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How to cope with eating difficulties after a stroke
Eating and drinking after a stroke can be a challenge. Senior Dietitian Victoria Taylor gives her advice on keeping nourished.
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10 tips for taking up tennis
Inspired by Wimbledon? We explain how you can get started with tennis - it's more accessible than you might think and will help keep your heart healthy too.
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How to cope with pre-surgery anxiety
It’s normal to feel anxious in the lead up to heart surgery. A clinical psychologist offers tips on how to manage difficult feelings.
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Using machine learning to improve physical activity guidelinesUniversity of Oxford | Dr Aiden Doherty
Current evidence shows that too little physical activity increases the risk of heart disease. However, the evidence we have is largely based on asking people how much physical activity they do, which is not accurate. Modern studies tend to ...
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Measuring the benefits of weight loss surgery on heart healthUniversity of Oxford | Dr Oliver Rider
BHF Intermediate Clinical Research Fellow and consultant cardiologist Dr Oliver Rider is working out which form of weight loss surgery benefits heart health the most. Obesity causes the heart to enlarge and blood vessels to stiffen. Alth...
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A clinical trial of iron supplementation for people with heart failureUniversity of Glasgow | Dr Paul R Kalra
Iron is needed for many processes in our bodies to work, including enabling our muscles to function correctly. People with heart failure frequently have low iron levels, which worsens their symptoms of shortness of breath and fatigue, their...
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Can people with dilated cardiomyopathy without symptoms stop taking their medication?Imperial College London | Professor Sanjay Prasad
Supervised by Dr Sanjay Prasad, this Clinical Research Training Fellowship asks if it is safe to stop medication in people who have recovered from the heart muscle disease dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM). In DCM the heart doesn’t pump corre...
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What causes swollen ankles and feet?
Swollen ankles and feet can be caused by lifestyle factors, like eating too much salt and being inactive, and can also be a sign of heart failure. Find out more from our senior cardiac nurse.
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Heart valve repair surgery
Find out what to expect when you have heat valve repair surgery, including types of surgery, how to prepare, recovery and life after.