British Heart Foundation – 10 minute living room workout

You don’t need fancy gym gear or a lot of space to get active– just a few minutes and a positive attitude. Work up a living-room sweat with our simple 10 minute workout. […]

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Identifying new blood pressure genes to combat hypertension

One in three adults suffer from high blood pressure in the UK which is a leading risk factor for heart disease, stroke and death worldwide. It is caused by a complex interplay between genetics and lifestyle factors such as diet, weight, alcohol consumption, and exercise. The study, led by Imperial College London and Queen Mary […]

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Identifying new blood pressure genes to combat hypertension

One in three adults suffer from high blood pressure in the UK which is a leading risk factor for heart disease, stroke and death worldwide. It is caused by a complex interplay between genetics and lifestyle factors such as diet, weight, alcohol consumption, and exercise. The study, led by Imperial College London and Queen Mary […]

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Why do some breast cancer drugs stop working?

Around 70 per cent of breast cancers are so-called ER positive, which means the cancer cells contain a receptor for the hormone oestrogen. It is this hormone that fuels the tumours. Patients with this type of cancer are offered one of two drugs after surgery to prevent the cancer coming back. One of these drugs, […]

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Why do some breast cancer drugs stop working?

Around 70 per cent of breast cancers are so-called ER positive, which means the cancer cells contain a receptor for the hormone oestrogen. It is this hormone that fuels the tumours. Patients with this type of cancer are offered one of two drugs after surgery to prevent the cancer coming back. One of these drugs, […]

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