Stroke
Stroke causes around 34,000 deaths each year in the UK. We’re aiming to better understand this condition and develop vital treatments for it.
Circulatory conditions research
Our circulatory system is a network of veins and arteries that carries blood throughout the body. When this blood flow is disrupted, we’re at risk of stroke, deep vein thrombosis, or vascular dementia.
Conditions we're researching
Vascular dementia
Vascular dementia is the second most common type of dementia. There is currently no cure, but we fund research that could change that.
Peripheral artery disease
Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is caused by a build up of fatty deposits inside the arteries. Our research is needed to find effective treatments for it.
Atherosclerosis
Most people won't know they have atherosclerosis until they have a heart attack, stroke or angina. We're funding vital research into the condition.
Deep vein thrombosis
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot in one of the deep veins of the body. We are funding vital research to prevent and treat DVT effectively.
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