We have revealed 10 of the communities across the UK that don't have a potentially lifesaving defibrillator in close range, putting people at higher risk of dying if they have a cardiac arrest.

The UK Government has launched a new Life Sciences Sector Plan, aiming to make the UK the top life sciences economy in Europe ...

A simple digital photograph of the back of the eye can predict a major cardiovascular event – such as a heart attack or ...

UK Biobank’s imaging project was piloted in 2014 with over 7,000 volunteers scanned – a record-breaking number at that time.

The heart care waiting list saw the biggest monthly fall in five years in May, latest figures from NHS England show. There ...

Wellbeing Effects of stress on the body Everyone experiences stress from time to time. It’s a natural response that can help our bodies cope with challenging situations. But what happens inside us ...

Our expert answers a question about how much caffeine you should have as part of a heart-healthy diet.

Keep track of your blood pressure readings and work out what they mean with this 25-week diary and blood pressure chart.

Eat well Anti-inflammatory diet: what you need to know British Heart Foundation Senior Dietitian, Tracy Parker, reveals how your diet can affect inflammation in your body and heart.

What are whole foods? Find out in our article on why you should consider adding more whole and unprocessed foods to your diet.

Eat well 5 cholesterol-lowering foods Some foods are not only part of a healthy diet but can also help lower your cholesterol. BHF Senior Dietitian Victoria Taylor lists five of the best ...

Risk factors Understanding your cholesterol levels Learn more about the different names and numbers on your cholesterol test results, and why it’s important to lower high cholesterol.