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University of Leeds | Professor Sven Plein

Understanding different types of heart failure and testing new drugs could reveal new treatment options for these patients, and help them feel better and live longer. Between a third and a half of people with heart failure have 'Heart Failu...

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University of Bristol | Dr Rebecca Foster

Dr Rebecca Foster and her team at the University of Bristol are working out how people with diabetes develop diabetic kidney disease, which is a condition that affects small blood vessels in the kidneys. The cells on the inside of blood ...

The number of people being admitted to hospital due to heart failure has risen by a third in the last five years, according to a new analysis by the British Heart Foundation.

Since we began 60 years ago, we’ve been training generations of researchers and supporting world-leading scientists to improve people’s lives.

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

Twelve powerful murals have been unveiled by the British Heart Foundation (BHF) to highlight the tragic reality that 12 young people under the age of 35 are lost every week to sudden cardiac death in the UK.

Our charity shops are seeing a rise in younger volunteers, particularly when it comes to ‘micro-volunteering’.

This page describes what an echocardiogram (or echo) is, what happens during an echo and the different types of echo test that you might have.

Having a healthy weight can reduce your risk of developing heart and circulatory diseases like heart attacks, strokes and vascular dementia. Find out how to measure your weight, what weight you should be and how to reduce your health risks.

BHF professorships are awarded to individuals with outstanding cardiovascular research leadership qualities. Read for more information on the entry requirements, award duration, what's included in the award and how to apply.