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Eye scans can detect heart issues ‘four years early’ Study
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Eye scans can detect heart issues ‘four years early’: Study

The study found that people with atrial fibrillation had thinner retinal tissue

High-street pharmacies to launch seven-minute cholesterol checks
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High-street pharmacies to launch seven-minute cholesterol checks

The NHS pilot will run until spring 2027 and aims to reduce heart disease and stroke deaths

Sweetener used in chewing gum, toothpaste increases heart attack risk: Study
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Sweetener used in chewing gum, toothpaste increases heart attack risk: Study

Xylitol is added to artificially sweeten foods, beverages and oral care products

Shingles vaccine may lower heart attack, stroke risks: Study
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Shingles vaccine may lower heart attack, stroke risks: Study

Shingles is caused by reactivation of the chickenpox virus, which remains dormant in the body after an earlier infection

Scotland launches heart and lung checks to identify those at risk
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Scotland launches heart and lung checks to identify those at risk

Delivered by Chest Heart and Stroke and supported by local NHS services, the scheme will see people take part in a range of health tests to assess heart and lung health

Black people face higher stroke risk than others: Study
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Black people face higher stroke risk than others: Study

King’s College analysed data from more than 8,500 adults over 30 years as part of the South London Stroke Register

NICE recommends new treatment for chronic heart failure
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NICE recommends new treatment for chronic heart failure

Thousands of people with a type of chronic heart failure are eligible for a new treatment option that will help reduce the risk of dying from a cardiovascular event

CCA calls for a greater role for pharmacies in heart health plan
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CCA calls for a greater role for pharmacies in heart health plan

The Cardiovascular Disease Modern Service Framework aims to reduce premature deaths from cardiovascular disease by 25 percent over the next decade