The Global Cardiovascular Research Funders Forum launched its new initiative inviting researchers to compete in a research challenge that aims to transform the landscape of women’s cardiovascular health, with funding of US$ 10 million for the winning network. Have questions about how to get involved in this opportunity for international, multi-disciplinary collaboration? Join us for two Q&A and informational sessions to learn more. Register via the following links: Webinar 1: https://lnkd.in/eqWr8Nwg Webinar 2: https://lnkd.in/epFZdy8b
British Heart Foundation
Non-profit Organizations
London, London 85,067 followers
The largest independent funder of research into heart and circulatory diseases in the UK
About us
We are the British Heart Foundation. Our vision is a world free from the fear of heart and circulatory diseases. We raise money to research cures and treatments for the world’s biggest killers. We fund around £100 million of research each year into all heart and circulatory diseases and the things that cause them. Heart diseases. Stroke. Vascular dementia. Diabetes. They're all connected, and they're all under our microscope. We also help millions of people every year with our up to date information about heart and circulatory diseases so the UK public are better informed. We work hard to protect heart health and fight for better services for heart patients - communicating with politicians, government officials, workplaces and schools.
- Website
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http://www.bhf.org.uk
External link for British Heart Foundation
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- London, London
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1961
- Specialties
- Beating heart disease, research, medical, heart health, vital, pioneering, information, caring, charity, third sector, retail, nurses, stroke, diabetes, and vascular dementia
Locations
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Primary
Greater London House
180 Hampstead Road
London, London NW1 7AW, GB
Employees at British Heart Foundation
Updates
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Sudden cardiac death tragically claims the lives of 12 young people under 35 each week in the UK. Our Chief Executive, Dr Charmaine Griffiths, shares how we are helping families find answers through the funding of groundbreaking research projects. We are leading the way in cutting edge research and innovation into heart and circulatory disease and sudden cardiac death with studies underway across the UK and around the world. This includes the work of Professor Elijah Behr at St George’s, at the University of London, who is hunting the genetic clues behind unexplained cardiac arrests. Watch ‘In a Heartbeat’ a programme made in partnership with ITN Business. https://lnkd.in/eXF6Xv5Y
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As we enter #BlackHistoryMonth at the BHF, yesterday we were delighted to welcome Cocoa Magazine founder Serlina Boyd to share the narrative behind Cocoa Magazine and its journey to date. The magazine, the UK's first black girl's publication, shares inspiring and empowering content for children aged 7-11 years old and provides Black children a voice to share their stories. Everyone at the BHF would like say a big thank you to Serlina for taking the time to speak to us. We are grateful to have a Black Affinity Group that champions trailblazers like Serlina and offers opportunities to share diverse narratives and experiences. ❤️
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What is cardiac rehabilitation? Every year, the British Association for Cardiovascular Prevention and Rehabilitation (BACPR) hosts professionals from around the country to discuss how best to support heart patients with their rehabilitative needs. Last year, we launched our detailed animation and new webpage at the event. The animation can help you better understand what cardiac rehab is, why it is important, and the different ways you can do it to suit your needs. Watch the video to find out more ❤️
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How are AI tools driving advances in heart care? The Mediaplanet campaign in The Guardian features two new BHF-funded research studies by our Chief Scientific and Medical Officer, Professor Bryan Williams. In a study of over 33,000 UK patients, one AI tool successfully ruled out heart attacks in over a third of patients. Promising technology like this could help accelerate clinical decision-making and help people avoid unnecessary hospital admissions, as well as allow valuable NHS time and resources to be redirected to where it could have the greatest benefit. In another study, led by Professor Chris Gale at the University of Leeds, a new tool was able to identify tell-tale patterns in individuals’ GP records to spot those at highest risk of developing heart failure. Pioneering technologies funded by your generous donations have the potential to improve the lives of thousands of people across the UK and globally. https://lnkd.in/ezznPjh9
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Between 15th-16th October at Olympia, London, our team will be at the Independent Hotel Show. As part of our sustainability mission, we'll be discussing our free national clearance and collection service and how we can take the hassle out of hotel refurbishment and renovation. Come along and say hi. 🙂
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We are delighted to launch ‘In a heartbeat’, a programme made in partnership with ITN Business for #WorldHeartDay ❤️ This programme explores the tragic reality of sudden cardiac death, BHF-funded research that brings hope, and poignant stories from families who have been directly affected. A heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated in the programme and to the wonderful host Louise Minchin.
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It's #WorldHeartDay today, and as part of our Every Minute Matters campaign, Sky Betting & Gaming will be donating £1,000 to BHF for every goal scored over the EFL this weekend. Don't forget you can do your bit by learning CPR in 15 minutes using our RevivR tool: https://lnkd.in/e8VtbDfq.
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Join us and ITN Business tomorrow for our special #WorldHeartDay programme, ‘In a Heartbeat’. Our Chief Executive, Dr Charmaine Griffiths and Louise Minchin will discuss what the BHF are doing to help families find answers and how they are supporting them while they go through the tragedy of cardiac death. Don’t miss this important event. https://lnkd.in/eXF6Xv5Y
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Hayley experienced unimaginable loss when her son Myles passed away from sudden cardiac death at just 15 years old, eight years after losing her husband Al in the same tragic way. This #WorldHeartDay, Hayley bravely shares her story in ‘In a Heartbeat,’ a programme in partnership with ITN Business. She sheds light on the profound impact of losing loved ones to sudden cardiac death. Join us on Sunday to listen to Hayley’s powerful story raising awareness about this critical issue. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/eXF6Xv5Y