What takes your breath away by the British Lung Foundation
The British Lung Foundation is the only UK charity looking after the nation's lungs. With your support, we’ll make sure that one day everyone breathes...
Heart & Lung
The Heart & Lung section explores heart and lung health, covering topics like personal lung cancer experiences, WHO’s anti-smoking strategies, heart attack awareness in women, and hypertension’s impact. It also highlights technological advancements in heart failure detection, strategies to reduce stroke risk, and the role of vitamin D in preventing atrial fibrillation. This section emphasizes the importance of comprehensive health awareness and innovative treatments in heart and lung care.
‘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 healthcare services remain open for...
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 more support during and after...
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 21,000 appointments cancelled due to...
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 2020, the AF Association has...
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 is to raise the public's...
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 text, email and even shop...
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 research charity Fight for Sight...
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 and patches – according to...
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 University of Eastern Finland provides...
