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A simple neck scan could detect men at high risk of heart failure
A simple neck scan could detect men at high risk of heart failure

A simple neck scan could detect men at high risk of heart failure

A simple neck scan can identify men with double the risk of heart failure, according to a new study led by UCL researchers and funded by the British Heart Foundation and the National Institute for Health and Care Research.

28 Nov 2025

Air pollution may reduce health benefits of exercise
Air pollution may reduce health benefits of exercise

Air pollution may reduce health benefits of exercise

Long-term exposure to toxic air can substantially weaken the health benefits of regular exercise, suggests a new study by an international team including UCL researchers.

27 Nov 2025

Poorer heart health in middle age linked to increased dementia risk
Poorer heart health in middle age linked to increased dementia risk

Poorer heart health in middle age linked to increased dementia risk

People with signs of damage to their heart during middle age are more likely to develop dementia in later life, according to a new study led by UCL researchers.

06 Nov 2025

Institute news

Spotlight on EAG co-leads Megan Armstrong and Alissa Barette
Spotlight on EAG co-leads Megan Armstrong and Alissa Barette

Spotlight on EAG co-leads Megan Armstrong and Alissa Barette

An interview with our new co-leads for the Equality Action Group (EAG), a dynamic staff and student team which facilitates equality, diversity and inclusion within the Institute and beyond.

20 Nov 2025

Spotlight on Jessica Veltman, Population Health Hub Programme Manager
Spotlight on Jessica Veltman, Population Health Hub Programme Manager

Spotlight on Jessica Veltman, Population Health Hub Programme Manager

We speak to Jessica about her experience following her placement with UCL's Public Health, Health Determinants and Inequalities research group.

15 Sep 2025

British Regional Heart Study data released through the UK Data Service
British Regional Heart Study data released through the UK Data Service

British Regional Heart Study data released through the UK Data Service

Researchers can now access a rich national resource from the British Regional Heart Study (BRHS).

04 Sep 2025