Information Density: British Heart Foundation – Signal Evidence & AI Readability

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Keep us beating

Every 3 minutes, someone in the UK dies from cardiovascular disease. It can affect anyone. Your support helps British Heart Foundation fund research that helps save lives. Donate today to keep us beating.

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[H2] Our vision is a world where everyone has a healthier heart for longer

BHF is the biggest independent funder of research into cardiovascular disease in the UK. We want to power the next breakthroughs in diagnosing, treating, and preventing the world’s biggest killer.

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For all your heart health questions, big or small

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[H3] Get heart information and support

Learn about a heart condition or find answers to your heart health questions.

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[H3] Get expert tips to stay fit and healthy

Discover expert nutrition tips, real-life stories, inspiration to get active and over 300 heart-healthy recipes.

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[H3] How your heart works

Learn about the structure of your heart, how it pumps blood around your body and why it's important to take care of it.

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[H3] Get answers from a cardiac nurse

Speak to a cardiac nurse by phone, email or webchat. They can answer your questions or give general advice.

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The UK has a heart health crisis

[H3] Every 3 minutes someone dies from a cardiovascular disease

Discover our goals: stop, save and support

[H3] Over 8 million people in the UK are living with cardiovascular disease

Cardiovascular disease in numbers

[H3] Cardiovascular disease is the world's biggest killer

Discover more about our research

[H2] Donate now to help us fund the next breakthrough

Cardiovascular disease kills 1 in 4 people in the UK. We need your help to keep powering groundbreaking research to save and improve lives.

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Shop to make a difference

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Get involved

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[H3] Do your own fundraising

We have tips, resources and support to make it easy for you to raise money for BHF in your own way.

Discover how you can fundraise

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[H3] Take part in an event

Ready to challenge yourself? With in-person events across the UK and virtual events, discover what you can achieve with Team BHF.

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[H3] Leave a gift in your Will

You could help fund lifesaving research by leaving a gift in your Will. Download our free Will guide to find out more.

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[H2] Top stories

[H3] 'Silent killer' warning as 5 million in UK are unaware they have high blood pressure

13 May 2026
The British Heart Foundation (BHF) is encouraging the public to tick off a blood pressure checklist - as latest figures reveal up to 5 million people in the UK are unaware they are living with a silent killer.
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Wembley stands renamed at Sky Bet EFL Play-Offs

22 May 2026

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Building momentum for women in cardiovascular science

11 May 2026

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European cardiovascular research alliance awards over £5 million to drive new breakthroughs

07 May 2026

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Matt Bonam appointed as Executive Director at the BHF Data Science Centre

06 May 2026

[H2] How it works
You can request a free furniture collection using our online form at the bottom of the page.
You will need to tell us:

what items you would like to donate
your preferred collection date
where we will be collecting from
your contact details.
Your local BHF store will then contact you within 5 working days to agree a date.
This service is currently for collecting furniture and electrical items. We can accept bags and boxes of other small items, but only if you are also donating household items.
To donate bags or boxes of clothes, books, toys and smaller items, you can:
drop your items off at your local shop
post your items for free.
[H2] Before you start
To cover the cost of our collection service and raise funds, we need to be able to sell the items you donate in our shops. Our van crews will not accept items that cannot be sold. This means items have to meet legal and health and safety standards and be in good condition.

Upholstered items have fire labels

By law, we cannot sell upholstered furniture in our stores without a fire safety label.
Upholstered furniture is furniture with cushioning, padding or fabric covering. Examples  include sofas, mattresses and padded dining chairs.
If you are donating upholstered furniture to our stores, you must make sure that:
there is a fire safety label firmly attached or sewn into every item you donate
there are no rips or tears that expose the inner fabric, as this means it no longer meets fire safety standards.
Our van crews can't accept items that do not meet this criteria.
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visit our fire safety labels page
contact your local store for advice.

Number of items to be donated

If you have a lot of large items to donate or are having a clear out, you may require our house clearance service instead.
Visit our house clearance page
Contact your local BHF store for further advice

Items are in a saleable condition

To cover the cost of our collection service and raise funds, we need to be able to sell the items you donate in our shops.
This means items:
should not have obvious stains, rips, marks or odours
must work (particularly electrical items)
must have all parts in place (for example, no missing doors on wardrobes, no missing drawers on a chest of drawers).
Our van crews will refuse to take items that we cannot sell.
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visit our page on item condition for more information
contact your local store for advice.

Items we can't collect

For legal and health and safety reasons, we can't accept:
washer and dryers, and certain models of washing machine
oil-filled heaters without a thermostat
hard-wired electrical heaters
children's items such as cots or prams
ivory or fur
upholstered items without fire safety labels
used personal items
safety equipment, such as helmets or harnesses
weapons, flammables or hazardous liquids.
For more details, including advice on other ways to dispose items, visit our page on items we cannot accept.

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Adult required

• We can only collect items from individuals over the age of 18 years old.
• We may decline the donation if we feel the donor is vulnerable and not able to make an informed decision.

Safety and access

• For safety and quality reasons, we reserve the right to decline certain items. Our drivers are trained and trusted to make these decisions at their discretion. For more details, read our collection criteria.
• You should ensure that we have safe and free access to the premises at which the collection is to take place. You should also notify us in advance of any circumstances we need to be aware of. This includes, but is not limited to, poor accessibility, bulky items, dangerous or hazardous substances, or lack of parking in the area
• You must be present during the collection unless we have agreed otherwise in advance. If we agree to attend the premises in your absence, you must ensure the site is accessible, and that you have provided us with your contact details.

Quality and ownership

• All upholstery items must have a fire label clearly visible, intact and legible. Items without a fire label cannot be accepted, as it is illegal for us to sell or redistribute them.
• By submitting your enquiry, you confirm that you are either the owner of the goods or authorised to offer them to BHF. Once collected, the control of the goods transfers to BHF. Where BHF cannot sell them, goods maybe passed onto other organisations for re-use or recycling.
• You agree to indemnify (cover the costs for) BHF against any losses or liabilities that may arise, from third parties or otherwise. This includes any disputes about the ownership of property or any other legal dispute.

Damaged items

Due to the nature of the service, we cannot guarantee avoiding any damage to property during the collection process. You should inspect the premises once our collection is complete and notify us of any damage before the team have left the premises. Please let BHF know in writing about any damage within 7 days of the collection being completed. We cannot accept responsibility for any damage reported after this period.

Agreed collection date

We will aim to carry out the clearance on an agreed date, but there may be operational issues beyond our control. We will contact you as soon as reasonably possible to agree a revised date where necessary.

Keeping your details safe

We will only use the personal information you provide to us (such as your name, phone number, email address and property address) to carry out the collection service.

Cancelling or rearranging a collection

• If you need to make changes or cancel your booking, please contact us by 3pm the day before your collection. Missed collections cost us money. Help us ensure your donation supports research, not operational costs.

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Donate to British Heart Foundation

Cardiovascular disease kill 1 in 4 people in the UK. Your donations can help fund lifesaving discoveries. Discover the joy of donating it.

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[H3] Book a free collection

We offer a free home collection service for your unwanted furniture and electrical items. Find out if we are able to accept your goods.

Get your items collected

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[H3] Donate to our charity shops

You can drop off clothes, shoes, books, and more at your local BHF shop. Find out what items we can and cannot accept.

Drop off your items

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[H3] Post your items for free

From quality clothing to tech or jewellery, you can send us items in the mail. Just download our freepost label and visit your local Collect+.

Post your donations

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[H3] House clearance service

We offer a house clearance service to clear items and household waste from a property.

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[H3] Donate money online

Make a one-off donation using a debit or credit card, Apple Pay, Google Pay or Paypal. Or become a regular donor by setting up a direct debit.

Make a donation

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[H3] Give more with Gift Aid

Adding Gift Aid to your donation boosts it by 25 per cent at no extra cost to you, helping us save even more lives.

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[H3] Donate by text

Donating to BHF by text is a quick and easy way to support our work. You can set up monthly donations of £3 or £5.

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[H3] Donate by post

Send us a one-off or regular monthly donation in the post. You can pay by cheque, postal order or by using your bank details.

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[H3] Leave a gift in your Will

Find out how you can create a lasting impact on our vital work by donating to BHF in your Will.

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[H3] Remember someone special

Raise funds in tribute to a loved one. Your support will keep their memory alive while making a difference to millions of others.

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[H3] Engrave a name on the Heart of Steel

Celebrate someone important to you by having their name engraved on this timeless work of art for a minimum donation of £30.

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BHF lottery and raffle

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[H3] Weekly lottery

Our lottery is a fun way to donate. Support lifesaving research while being in with a chance of winning up to £1,000 every week.

Find out how to enter

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[H3] BHF Raffle

Support our cause by entering the BHF Raffle. There are amazing prizes up for grabs, with top prizes of £10,000 or a luxury holiday.

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[H3] Lottery and Raffle FAQs

Take a look at the frequently asked questions we receive about our lottery and raffle games.

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Be a major supporter

[H3] Philanthropy

Join our growing community of major donors. Your support could help us develop the next breakthrough for people living with heart conditions.

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[H3] Partner with us

Support our pioneering work as a corporate partner and benefit in return. We can offer volunteering opportunities, CPR training and much more.

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[H3] Donate unwanted stock

Donating your unwanted stock, large or small, can make a huge contribution to reducing waste while helping to fund lifesaving research.

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Why donate to BHF?

[H3] Someone dies from a heart or circulatory disease every 3 minutes

See what we do to help

[H3] We spend at least 70p of every £1 donated on lifesaving research

Find out where your money goes

[H3] We fund around £100 million of groundbreaking research each year

Explore our research

[H3] We are committed to fundraising in an open and transparent way

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Shop locally and online with BHF

Discover more for less today when you shop in store, or on our eBay site for second hand furniture, homeware, clothing and accessories - or browse our online shop cards, gifts, merchandise, and personal health monitors.

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All your purchases help fund lifesaving discoveries

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[H3] Buy preloved furniture, homeware and appliances

Find second-hand furniture including sofas, beds and tables, plus washing machines, fridges and other household items.

Shop furniture, appliances and home items

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[H3] Discover more for less today

Treasure awaits with new items every day, across our charity shops and home stores.

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[H3] Buy new on our online shop

Visit our online shop for new items like gifts, cards, BHF-branded merchandise and personal health monitors.

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[H3] Buy clothes, shoes and accessories from our eBay store

Browse our eBay store to find vintage and designer labels and collectables.

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[H3] Buy clothes and accessories from our Depop shop

Find retro-style fashion, unique accessories, shoes and more on our Depop shop.

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[H3] Expertise and defibrillators you can trust

Discover even more online. Browse our shop for a range of automated external defibrillators from leading brands, plus all the accessories you’ll need.

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[H3] Blood pressure monitors

Browse our approved blood pressure monitors, to easily check your blood pressure at home.

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[H3] ECG monitors

At home and portable ECG monitors to capture a professional quality ECG reading.

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[H3] Defibrillators

Lifesaving defibrillator equipment from the UK’s leading heart charity.

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[H3] Wedding accessories

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[H3] Cards and gifts

The perfect way to show you care. Shop our magical selection of cards and gifts for every occasion.

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[H3] Volunteer in our shops

Volunteering in your local shop is a great way to meet new people and share your skills.

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[H3] Donate your items

From books to beds, footwear to fridges – your unwanted items help fund our lifesaving research.

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[H3] Help when you shop with us

Get help with buying, storing and returning items to our shop.

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[H3] Sign up to our newsletter

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Information and support

If you have questions about your heart health or want reliable information about managing a condition, we're here to help.

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[H2] For all your heart health questions, big or small.

Heart conditions A-Z

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Tips, recipes and support

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Join our online community

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Your top heart health questions answered

[H3] Is it safe to exercise with a heart condition?

Staying active with a heart condition

[H3] What is a normal heart rate?

Learn about your heart rate

[H3] Can I still have sex with a heart condition?

Sex and heart conditions

[H3] Can I still drive with a heart condition?

Driving with a heart condition

[H3] Can I still go on holiday with a heart condition?

Tips for travelling with a heart condition

[H3] What does my heart medication do?

Medicines for heart conditions

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Heart health information, tips and support

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[H3] Read our latest heart health articles

Visit Heart Matters

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[H3] Emotional support

Get emotional support for a heart condition

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[H3] Practical questions

Get practical support for a heart condition

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[H3] Tips for saving money and staying well

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How to look after your heart

[H3] Risk factors

Did you know high cholesterol, high blood pressure, obesity and diabetes can increase your risk of heart disease?

Learn how to reduce your risk

[H3] CPR and defibrillators: how to save a life

Use our resources to learn how to do lifesaving CPR and how to use a defibrillator when someone is having a cardiac arrest.

Learn how to save a life

[H3] How your heart works

Learn about the structure of your heart, how it pumps blood around your body and why it's important to take care of it.

Find out how the heart works

[H3] Your heart rate

Find out what a normal heart rate is, how to measure it and what can cause it to change.

Learn about your heart rate

[H3] Treatments

There are many treatment options available for heart and circulatory conditions. We can help you better understand your treatment.

See treatments you may be offered

[H3] Tests

Most tests used to diagnose conditions are common, painless and do not take long to do. Get information on different tests and what to expect.

Find common tests and learn what to expect

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Accessible heart health resources

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[H3] Easy read booklets

Our easy read booklets make written information easier to understand, using simple language and pictures.

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[H3] Information in your language

We’ve translated some of our heart health information into different languages, including Urdu, Bengali and Punjabi.

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[H3] Audio heart health information

Listen to audio versions of our most popular webpages, including angina, healthy eating and many more.

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[H3] Braille booklets

Learn how to look after your heart with our braille versions of ‘Keep your heart healthy’ and ‘Understanding high blood pressure’.

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Support for healthcare professionals

[H3] Support and resources to help you in your role

We offer a wide range of resources and information to help you deliver the best cardiovascular care to your patients.

Access resources and information

[H3] Heart health booklets

Our leaflets and booklets have all the information you need to help you better support your patients.

Browse our booklets and guides

[H3] Sign up for the latest updates

Sign up to our healthcare professionals newsletter. Get expert tips, inspiration, and support for you and your patients.

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[H3] Funding for cardiovascular professionals

We provide support for cardiovascular researchers with fellowships, grants and excellence awards at all career stages.

Explore our funding options

[H3] Changes to our printed booklets

In 2024 and 2025 we updated our printed booklets. Find out what's changed and what we have available.

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