Search

The heart care waiting list rose for the third month in a row in England, yet again bucking the trend of overall waiting lists declining.

An immune cell has been shown, for the first time, to be involved in creating the scar that repairs the heart after damage.

Latest NHS England figures published today show that the number of people on cardiac waiting lists has risen to a record high of 402,793 at the end of July 2023 in England – an increase of 6,050 on the previous month.

Waiting lists for heart care fell slightly for the second time in two months – but average ambulance response times for heart attacks and strokes remain “dangerously long”, new data shows.

Our senior Dietitian talks about whether we should be drinking red wine for its heart health benefits.

Exercising when you have heart failure has many benefits. NHS Cardiac Nurse Gill Farthing explains that aerobic and resistance workouts are best and offers tips on how to get moving safely.

Sitting down too much can be bad for your health, even if you exercise regularly. Get our tips to slash your sitting time.

Demand for our information and support Helpline has soared amid ongoing delays to people's heart care.

RESEARCH

King's College London | Dr Claudia Prieto

MRI scans are used to diagnose and plan treatments for children with congenital heart defects, and follow the heart’s development and function over time. Unfortunately, MRI scans can be uncomfortable. People usually need to have an injectio...

Do onions, potatoes, olives and baked beans count towards your recommended daily 5 portions of fruit and veg? Get answers from BHF Senior Dietitian Tracy Parker.