10 signs you might have heart and circulatory disease - BHF
10 signs you might have heart disease We explore the symptoms you need to take seriously. Around 4 million males and 3.6 million females in the UK are living with some form of heart or circulatory disease. But how can you spot the signs of a potential heart problem? While pain in your chest might immediately raise alarm bells, other signs of heart disease such as a painful …
How do I lower my cholesterol? Your 5 top questions answered
How do I lower my cholesterol? Your 5 top questions answered Living a healthy lifestyle can help to lower your risk of heart and circulatory disease. On this page, we answer your questions about cholesterol and give simple tips to help you start making changes today.
Covid booster vaccines: what you need to know - British Heart …
The vaccine is the best way to protect yourself against serious illness and hospitalisation from Covid-19. This is why people at higher risk, such as older people and those with certain health conditions, may be offered another dose as part of the NHS seasonal booster programme. This includes: adults aged 65 and over. pregnant people.
Shortness of breath: what causes it and how can you manage it?
Are you dealing with shortness of breath? Find out what causes it, how to manage it, and where to get support. Learn more now.
Understanding your cholesterol levels - British Heart Foundation
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.
Women and heart attacks - BHF - British Heart Foundation
Find out more about women's heart attack symptoms and the relationship between menopause and heart attacks.
Omega-3 foods for heart health | BHF - BHF - British Heart …
Omega-3 foods are beneficial for your heart. Here's how they help keep your heart healthy and which foods are a good source of omega-3s.
Chest pain: what are the common causes? | BHF - BHF
Chest pain: what are the common causes? Most chest pain isn’t related to your heart, but some of it is. So if you do experience chest pain it’s important to get checked out. What's on this page: What chest pain feels like Causes of chest pain (non-heart-related) Causes of chest pain (heart-related) Less common but serious causes of chest pain In this article we explore the common …
How to lower your blood pressure: 6 top tips - British Heart …
High blood pressure increases the risk of coronary heart and circulatory disease, stroke and kidney disease. Get these tips to reduce your blood pressure.
Low blood pressure - BHF - British Heart Foundation
Health conditions; low blood pressure can be a symptom of conditions like Parkinson's disease, diabetes and other heart conditions. Blood loss; losing a lot of blood from an injury or internal bleeding reduces blood volume leading to a severe drop in blood pressure. Pregnancy; blood vessels can expand in the first stages of pregnancy.