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Ray Jenkins from Somerset shares his experience of being part of research that’s shaping the future of valve replacement procedures for aortic stenosis.

Heart bypass surgery can help relieve the symptoms of angina and improve quality of life. We talk to Professor Gavin Murphy about what's involved.

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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University 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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University of Southampton | Professor Mark Hanson

Professor Mark Hanson and his team at the University of Southampton are studying how a mother’s diet and behaviour affects her child’s risk of heart and circulatory disease in the future. As part of the Southampton Women’s Survey, Profes...

Find out how active listening can help you support a loved one dealing with a health problem with NHS Clinical Psychologist Dr Katie Murray (PhD).

The news is claiming smartwatches and other fitness trackers could disrupt pacemakers and ICDs, putting people at risk. Is it true? We go behind the headlines.

From Sepak Takraw to Muggle Quidditch, the sporting possibilities out there go far beyond football and hockey.

Our expert looks at how heart valves work, as well as the pros and cons of different types of replacement heart valves. Plus, watch our mitral and aortic valve animations.

BHF dietitian Dell Stanford explains how to eat healthily if you’ve been diagnosed with diabetes, including which foods you can enjoy and which to avoid