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The BHF's donations hall of fame
We’re all used to seeing rails of clothing and corners of books in our local charity shops, but this summer, we have revealed five items you might not expect to find but have made some shoppers very very happy!
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The role of a tiny RNA in abdominal aortic aneurysmsKing's College London | Dr Anna Zampetaki
Dr Anna Zampetaki at King's College London has gathered evidence that a MicroRNA, miR-195 is involved in abdominal aortic aneurysms (AAA). MicroRNAs alter the levels of proteins in and around cells (in the extracellular matrix), and by inve...
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Fat round your middle could be most harmful to blood pressure, say researchers
Where you carry excess weight on your body may increase your risk of high blood pressure.
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Scientists reveal the way blood clots reduce the chance of infection
New research that we've part-funded has identified the way nature creates its own plaster to try and prevent bacteria and other micro-organisms from penetrating open wounds.
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Sugar levy shows potential to reduce obesity levels
A new report suggests that the Soft Drinks Industry Levy (SDIL) may have contributed to fewer cases of obesity in girls in their final year of primary school.
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Understanding how a genetic fault leads to blocked arteriesUniversity College London | Professor Ian C Zachary
Scientists have previously discovered that changes to the Bcar1 gene are linked to the development of atherosclerosis – the build-up of fatty deposits in blood vessels. But little is currently known about how these genetic changes cause th...
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How does interleukin-1 contribute to stroke damage?University of Manchester | Professor Stuart M Allan
When blood vessels feeding the brain become blocked because of furred up arteries (atherosclerosis) or a blood clot, a stroke occurs. The stroke is made worse by inflammation, when immune system cells invade the injured area and cause furth...
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Blood sugar levels: what is normal?
What are normal blood sugar levels? 4 to 5.4 mmol/L when fasting and up to 7.8 mmol/L 2 hours after eating. Find out more from BHF Professor Mark Kearney.