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High blood sugar levels 'reprogramme' stem cells
BHF funded researchers researchers at the University of Oxford think they have solved the mystery of why people with diabetes have a sustained increase in their risk of having a heart attack, even when their blood sugar levels return to normal. They found that high blood sugar ‘reprogrammes’ stem cells, making the white blood cells that develop from them more inflammatory. This makes atherosclerosis (fatty plaques in the arteries) worse – atherosclerosis is a leading cause of heart attacks.
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S Club shine a spotlight on heart conditions this September
Pop group S Club are joining forces with the British Heart Foundation (BHF) this month to shine a spotlight on heart conditions in memory of their much-loved band member Paul.
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BHF responds to improved ambulance waiting times for heart attacks and strokes
Average ambulance response times for heart attacks and strokes were an hour faster in January than the previous month, new NHS England figures reveal.
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A quarter of the nation’s wardrobes contain no preloved items, our survey reveals
One in four (25 per cent) people in the UK own no preloved items in their wardrobe, according to our new survey. We are urging the nation to join Reuse Revolution by shopping and donating preloved this spring. Our survey of over 4,600 people, conducted by Censuswide, found that while clothes are the nation’s favourite item to buy preloved, one quarter (25 per cent) of the nation’s wardrobes don’t contain any second-hand pieces.
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Quiz: How much do you know about fibre?
Fibre is a key part of a balanced and heart-healthy diet, but how much do you really know about it? Test yourself with our quick quiz.
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Understanding pacemakers - large printBooklets, 64, published on 17/02/2026
Download or order our free large print booklet on pacemakers. It can help you and your loved ones understand what a pacemaker does, how it's fitted and how to live well with a pacemaker.
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Life sciences industry urge Prime Minister to protect charity research
Today we’ve welcomed a call from leading industry and tech giants, for the Government to provide urgent financial support to medical research charities.
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“I had a heart attack on holiday in Australia”
Sandra Pocock’s bucket-list dream to cuddle a koala had to be put on hold when she had a heart attack in the last days of her trip to Australasia.
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Our shops in Wales are temporarily closed
Our British Heart Foundation (BHF) Cymru shops and stores are set to temporarily close today at 3pm until Monday 9th November, but you can still support us by shopping online or posting your donations.