Endurance Sports Heart Health and Longevity with Dr Chris Critoph

Listen to clips using the player above, from my recent interview with Greatest Hits Radio, where I discuss a trial I am principal investigator for at the Royal Bournemouth Hospital. This trial utilises a special patch that patients wear on their abdomen, which delivers intravenous strength diuretics through the skin! This means patients can be managed in their own homes instead of hospital. If successful, this treatment could revolutionise the way cardiologists treat inpatients with heart failure.
BBC News
What Is Heart Failure?
Cardiac arrest: how to save a life and look out for yourself
An interview with the Daily Echo, where I talked about cardiac arrest.
Understanding sudden cardiac arrest: why does it happen?
In July 2021 I talked about some of the causes of cardiac arrests, explaining what happens and early warning signs that people can look out for.
How Is Heart Failure Treated?
What Happens After A Heart Attack?
How Are Heart Attacks Treated?
Can Heart Attacks Be Prevented?
Palpitations Warning Signs
Assessment Of Palpitations
How Is Breathlessness Treated?
Royal Bournemouth Hospital trials heart failure patient tech

ITV
Heart Failure Specialist
Read my article in The ‘i’ paper here: Strength training and Health. February 2026
An interview with the Daily Echo, where I talked about some emerging technology
What Is The Prognosis Of Heart Failure?
How Is Heart Failure Diagnosed?
BBC Radio Dorset
BBC Radio Solent
BBC Radio Solent, Friday 28th September 2018