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Information and advice on heart conditions & stroke disease, everything from prevention to illness for your wellbeing.
Read our glossary of related words with definitions by clicking on the alphabet below.
Heart Index - B
Beta-blockers
A drug that helps to regulate the heart by blocking the actions of the hormone adrenaline.
Bronchitis
Inflammation of the bronchial tubes characterised by coughing and breathing difficulties.
Bicuspid valve
A heart valve that has two leaflets. Also known as the mitral valve.
