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RESEARCH
Preventing blood vessel narrowing after vein graftingUniversity of Bristol | Professor Sarah Jane George
The build-up of fatty deposits in arteries causes narrowing of blood vessels, restricted blood flow and deprivation of oxygen, leading to heart and circulatory diseases. Conventional treatment for the narrowing of arteries is to implant a s...
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Calcium rainbow wins national image competition
We have announced the winners of our annual Reflections of Research national image competition. The competition challenges BHF-funded researchers to capture the beauty and mystery of art and science, as they showcase awe-inspiring displays of lifesaving research.
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Carbohydrates: are low-carb diets healthy?
What are carbohydrates, why do we need them and what is a low-carb diet? Senior Dietitian Victoria Taylor explains.
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Can sunshine reduce the risk of diabetes and heart disease?
Following newspaper reports claiming sunshine can reduce the risk of diabetes and heart disease, we look at the research behind the headlines.
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What are the causes of high blood pressure?
Dr Neil Chapman explains high blood pressure, how it can be prevented and managed, and updates us on how the BHF is tackling it.
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Understanding how lipids in the blood influence the growth of abdominal aneurysmsCardiff University | Professor Valerie O'Donnell
An abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA) is a swelling in the aorta, the main blood vessel that runs from the heart down through the chest and abdomen. People with AAA are often monitored to see if the swelling gets bigger, when they will need su...
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Using computer models of people’s hearts to predict the best treatment optionKing's College London | Dr Steven Niederer
Atrial fibrillation (AF), an irregular heart rhythm in the upper two chambers of the heart, and heart failure (HF) often occur in people at the same time. AF can contribute to HF or can be caused by it, but it is not always clear to doctors...