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Hjärthälsa och blodkärl – artiklar och råd

Features and advice on heart health, circulation and vascular conditions. For in-depth reference, see our Patient Information Leaflets on heart health.

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A pair of hands holds a red heart shape, symbolizing love, health, and compassion. The heart displays a heartbeat line, representing life and healthcare

Hjärthälsa och blodkärl

What happens to your blood pressure when you're not measuring it?

by Hilo

Red heart inside stethoscope against pale blue background.

Hjärthälsa och blodkärl

Breasts aren't barriers - the St John Ambulance 'CPR Bra' campaign

av Claire Kenny

Rosa hjärtformade solglasögon på blå bakgrund.

Hjärthälsa och blodkärl

Hur värmeböljor påverkar ditt blodtryck

av Claire Kenny

Cream, pink and yellow plastic water bottle, blue dumbbells, pink skipping rope and blue running shoes against a pale pink background.

Hjärthälsa och blodkärl

8 enkla steg för att förbättra din cirkulation

av Victoria Raw

Blodtryck

High or low blood pressure can affect your health. Learn how it’s measured, what causes abnormal readings, and how to manage it with lifestyle or medication.

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Blood vessels

Blood vessels carry nutrients and oxygen around your body. Learn how they work, what can go wrong, and how to keep your circulatory system healthy.

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Hjärtattack

A heart attack happens when blood flow to the heart is blocked. Learn to recognise the warning signs and understand what treatments improve survival and recovery.

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Hjärtsjukdom

Heart disease includes conditions affecting the heart’s structure and function. Discover the symptoms, risks, and lifestyle changes that can protect your heart.

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Hjärthälsa

Heart health involves understanding your risk, making healthy choices, and taking steps to reduce your chances of getting heart disease.

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Hjärtklappning

Palpitations feel like a racing or fluttering heart. Discover common causes, when to seek help, and how doctors check your heart rhythm.

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Högt kolesterol

Too much cholesterol in your blood increases heart disease risk. Learn how it’s diagnosed and treated, and how diet and exercise can help lower it.

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Stroke

A stroke happens when blood flow to the brain is blocked. Discover the signs, urgent response steps, and treatments that help with recovery.

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