The Alliance for Heart Failure
@AllianceforHF
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Better access to life-enhancing and life-saving diagnosis, treatment and care for people with #HeartFailure. Tweets by the Secretariat not individual members.
London, England
Joined October 2016
The Alliance for Heart Failure is supported and funded by AstraZeneca UK, Boehringer Ingelheim Limited, Medtronic Limited, Novartis Pharmaceuticals UK Ltd, and Roche Diagnostics Ltd.
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RT @pumpinghearts: If you want to give something back to Heart Failure patients then you can join our team of Patient Educators and share y….
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A recent study supported by @NIHRresearch has found that an at-home AI foot scanner could transform #HeartFailure management by detecting fluid build-up - potentially preventing hospitalisation . Read more ⬇️
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An at-home 'foot-recognition' scanner could prevent heart failure hospitalisations, a study says.
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Free heart checks are being delivered across Sussex to spot early signs of #HeartFailure. Proactive screening measures like these are vital for getting treatment to the 385,000 people living with undetected heart failure. @pumpinghearts @NHSSussex ⬇️.
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The events are being held across Sussex to help spot signs early and prevent serious complications.
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Scotland has seen its first sustained rise in heart disease deaths in a generation, up by 14% from 2019 to 2023. "Something needs to change,” said Craig Murray who lost two of his family members to a heart condition. “We need more money, more research and much more awareness.”⬇️.
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Why are the majority of Community Diagnostic Centres not providing access to NT-proBNP testing - a vital diagnostic tool for #HeartFailure?. Research by the Alliance found just six #NHS trusts and four ICBs confirmed offering the blood test.
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"Community Diagnostic Centres are intended to be a pivotal part of the government’s strategy to transform the #NHS. Yet heart failure is being overlooked in these plans," says our Co-Chair Preeti Minhas on the new research looking at NT-proBNP access in CDCs. #HeartFailure.
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RT @BSHeartFailure: We are delighted to support this important research by the Alliance for Heart Failure. The majority of Community Diag….
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RT @RocheDiaUK: Opportunities to diagnose patients early, in the community, are being missed. Using NT-proBNP testing in CDCs can support e….
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New research by the Alliance for Heart Failure reveals that despite NHS guidelines, the majority of Community Diagnostic Centres in England are not offering access to NT-proBNP testing - a vital tool for early heart failure detection. #HeartFailure
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Healthcare Conferences UK is holding a significant virtual conference on end-of-life care for #HeartFailure patients, presenting a person-centred, needs-led approach. Get a 20% ticket discount with our code: hcuk20AfHF ➡️
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Understand what excellence in end of life care for heart failure looks like in practice
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Timely, tailored treatment is essential. Watch now ➡️
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It’s #HeartFailureAwarenessWeek 💓. An insightful film by @BSHeartFailure shows how early #HeartFailure diagnosis can transform lives and inspire resilience. ⬇️. #25in25 #LiveWell #HeartHealth
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You can read the full report and British Heart Foundation’s recommendations for national and devolved governments here ➡️.
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Before Heart Failure Awareness Week begins, @TheBHF has released an insightful report addressing inequalities in cardiovascular health and care, and the complex and varied reasons why it drives inequalities in the UK.
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Learn more about our Call to Action here ➡️ Read more about Joe’s story here ➡️ #HeartFailure #HeartHealth #25in25 #PatientCare.
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Our health correspondent shares a very personal story about the work of a cardiac rehabilitation team.
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“At 85, I never thought I’d be going to the gym.”.With the cardiac rehabilitation programme at @BelfastTrust, Joe regained strength and confidence after a heart attack. Improving uptake and fair access to cardiac rehabilitation is a key recommendation in our Heart Failure CTA.⬇️.
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