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$13.7 m for heart research

Thanks to our donors, we’re able to support 66 new innovative research projects to help prevent and treat cardiovascular disease in Australia.

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Turn kids into Heart Heroes

Jump Rope for Heart is a primary school skipping challenge that gets kids moving and teaches them heart-healthy habits while raising funds for Aussie hearts.

Do you have heart disease?

We’re here for you. Our free MyHeart MyLife support program gives you the information and advice you need to stay well and to get back to doing the things you love.

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An AED can help save lives

During a cardiac arrest, your quick action can give someone the best chance of survival. Do you know what an AED is and how Shockingly Simple they are to use?

Greg Page's heart story

Greg Page, the original yellow Wiggle, suffered a sudden cardiac arrest while performing on stage in January 2020. Thanks to the swift response of a devoted fan and the availability of an automated external defibrillator (AED), Greg's life was saved. Prepare to be moved by his inspiring heart story.

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Is your heart feeling your age?

Could you be at risk of heart disease? Get your estimated heart age now.

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Time to book a Heart Health Check?

A Heart Health Check with your GP will help you understand your risk of having a heart attack or stroke in the next 5 years and what you can do to prevent it.

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Blood pressure and your heart

Blood pressure is the pressure of your blood on the walls of your arteries as your heart pumps it around your body. Your blood pressure will go up and down naturally throughout the day depending on what you are doing, especially if you are doing exercise.

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Meet Dr Geoff Lester: “I’ve been a patient longer than I’ve been a doctor.”

Geoff recalls the night of 9th December 2009, when his aorta tore (the main artery that carries blood from your heart to the rest of your body), marking a pivotal moment at the age of 24. He underwent the first of four open-heart surgeries. This experience spurred a career change to study medicine.

Read more about Geoff's inspiring story and how his personal experience with heart disease has shaped his approach to patient care.

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Latest news and media

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International Research Challenge on Women's Cardiovascular Health

The Global Cardiovascular Research Funders Forum is inviting researchers to compete in a new challenge that aims to transform women’s cardiovascular health.

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$13.7 million for heart research in Australia

Heart Foundation funds groundbreaking heart research

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It’s shockingly simple to help save a life – just use an AED!

South Australians are being urged to use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) in the event of a cardiac arrest, with a local campaign launching to highlight how simple AEDs are to use.