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Improving risk assessments for people with inherited heart conditionsImperial College London | Dr Fu Siong Ng
Dr Fu Siong Ng is studying why some people with an inherited heart condition are at greater risk of dying suddenly than others. Despite advances in genetic research, it is a challenge for doctors to predict which people with inherited h...
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Finding new ways to help people with heart disease avoid muscle weaknessUniversity of Leeds | Professor Stuart Egginton
In many people with heart disease, daily living can be a challenge. This is not entirely due to the heart not working correctly - lost or blocked small blood vessels may also increase muscle fatigue, and contribute to muscle wasting and wea...
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A clinical trial of iron supplementation for people with heart failureUniversity of Glasgow | Dr Paul R Kalra
Iron is needed for many processes in our bodies to work, including enabling our muscles to function correctly. People with heart failure frequently have low iron levels, which worsens their symptoms of shortness of breath and fatigue, their...
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Number of UK people with heart rhythm condition rises by 50% in a decade
More than 1.5m people have been diagnosed with atrial fibrillation - an abnormal heart rhythm that increases the risk of stroke.
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Vitamin D improves heart function in people with chronic heart failure
A five-year study at the University of Leeds, involving our researchers, has found a daily dose of vitamin D improves heart function in people with chronic heart failure. Further studies are now needed before the supplement is given widely to patients.
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Samples from healthcare workers could reveal those most at risk from coronavirus
A group of researchers funded by the BHF have set-up a clinical study of NHS Healthcare Workers to better understand the spread of coronavirus (Covid-19).
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Government confirms plans to press ahead with junk food advert restrictions
The Government has confirmed that they are forging ahead with plans to restrict the advertising of foods which are high in fat, salt, and sugar.
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BHF responds to the Government's Levelling Up White Paper
The Government has this week published its long-awaited Levelling Up White Paper which explains how it aims to spread opportunity more equally across the UK and address long-standing inequalities.
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Preventing heart and circulatory diseases in young people with type 1 diabetesUniversity College London | Professor John E Deanfield
Having high blood sugar levels damages the heart and circulation. Adults with type 1 diabetes have a higher than normal risk of heart and kidney problems, especially if they have had diabetes since they were very young. Measuring a protein ...
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12 tips for coping with change
If you are feeling anxious or stressed during this uncertain time, you're not alone. We've got 12 top tips to help you manage new or difficult situations.