‘AF won’t wait’ on Global AF Aware Week
AF Association reminds patients that ‘AF won’t wait’ on Global AF Aware Week: The Atrial Fibrillation Association is reminding people that…
Heart & Lung
COPD: Many do not understand their condition
The Taskforce for Lung Health is calling for people with suspected or diagnosed chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) to receive…
CRY: hidden heart conditions in the young
CRY: hidden heart conditions in the young: Cardiac Risk in the Young's annual raising awareness week is 14-22 November 2020. Over…
AF Association Healthcare Pioneers Report
AF Association Healthcare Pioneers Report: Showcasing best practice in AF 2021: Today, to mark the start of Global AF Aware Week…
Radon exposure – risk to health
This week, from the 2nd to 9th November, marks Radon Awareness Week in the UK and the campaigns' primary goal…
Brain device trial for severely paralysed patients
A tiny device the size of a small paperclip has been shown to help patients with upper limb paralysis to…
World Stroke Day: research to retrain the eyes
New study to show if treatment to 'retrain the eyes' can help those with sight loss caused by stroke Eye…
E-cigs better than gum or patches
E-cigs could increase the number of people who stop smoking compared to nicotine replacement therapy – such as chewing gum…
New insight into neovessel formation
New insight into neovessel formation shows promise in future treatment of cardiovascular diseases: A new study by researchers at the…
COVID-19: deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism
High risk of deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism in patients with COVID-19: In a systematic review of the worldwide published…